Oasis Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (West Bengal)
Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal · West Bengal
| Scheme Name | Oasis Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (West Bengal) |
| Provided By | Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 9-10 · SC · West Bengal residents · Family income up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
There are multiple versions of this scheme — check if one of these fits you better:
About the Program
Apply for the Oasis Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students in West Bengal. Check official eligibility criteria, annual family income limits, required documents list, monthly stipends, and online step-by-step application guide for Class 9 and 10 SC day scholars and hostellers on oasis.gov.in.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹5k+
For Pre-Matric (SC) students in Classes 9 and 10, hostellers receive an annual amount of ₹10,000 (State share) plus ₹7,000 (Government of India share), totaling ₹17,000 per annum. Day scholars receive ₹3,500 per annum. The scholarship funds are disbursed directly into the student's Aadhaar-seeded, DBT-enabled bank account through a two-phase model for Pre-Matric and Post-Matric SC students: 40% of the eligible amount is released in the first phase, with the remaining 60% following later.
Maintenance allowance of ₹1,500 to ₹3,500 per annum, plus an annual ad-hoc grant of ₹750 (day scholars) or ₹1,000 (hostellers) to cover school expenses and tuition fees.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 9-10 |
| Course / Stream | All Streams |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | SC |
| Domicile State | West Bengal |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar Card
- ✓Caste Certificate issued by WB Government
- ✓Previous Class Marksheet
- ✓Income Certificate
- ✓Bank Passbook showing IFSC and Account Number
- ✓Passport-size Photograph
- ✓School Bonafide Certificate
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on merit-cum-means, considering academic excellence and financial need
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No specific minimum percentage of marks is required to apply for the Oasis Scholarship
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The application undergoes a verification process, starting with direct verification by the educational institute
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Once approved by the institute, the application proceeds to the district level for further scrutiny and approval.
Renewal Policy
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Students who have previously received the Oasis scholarship must renew it annually to continue receiving benefits
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The renewal process involves logging into the official Oasis Scholarship account using the registered user ID/application number and password
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Applicants then need to click on the 'Renew Scholarship' button, verify their previously entered details, and update information such as their current class or course
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After verifying all details, the application must be locked, downloaded, and the printed form along with supporting documents should be submitted to the concerned Block Development Office (BDO) for block areas or PO cum DWO for municipality corporations
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The One-Time Registration (OTR) remains valid for renewal applications.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
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Registration (for New Applicants) * Visit the official OASIS Scholarship portal: [https://oasis.gov.in/](https://oasis.gov.in/) * Click on 'Student Registration' or 'Apply Now' in the student's corner. * Select the district where your educational institution is located. * A page for verifying your caste certificate will appear. Fill in your name, father's name, and computerized Caste Certificate Number, then click 'Submit'. * Once your caste certificate is verified, you will be directed to the online registration page. Fill in all mandatory fields and click 'Submit'. * A computer-generated acknowledgement slip will be generated. Download and print this slip, as it contains your User ID and Password. ###
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Application Form Completion * Go back to the official OASIS portal and click on 'Registered Student's Login'. * Log in using your User ID, Password, and selected district from the acknowledgement slip. * Click on 'Further Details' and fill in all the remaining required information, including communication address, institution details, and bank account information (Bank Name, Account Number, IFSC Code). * Ensure your bank account is Aadhaar-linked and DBT-enabled for scholarship disbursement. * Click on 'Verify and Lock' to finalize your application. Note: Once locked, you cannot modify the details. * Click 'Print Application' and download the filled-in application form. Print this form. ###
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Submission of Documents * Submit the printed application form (duly signed) along with attested copies of necessary documents to the concerned Block Development Officer (BDO) if you are in a block area, or to the PO cum DWO/DWO if you are in a municipality/corporation area. * Required documents generally include: recent passport-size photograph, attested copy of caste certificate/acknowledgement slip, attested mark sheets of the last qualifying examination, income certificate (family income not exceeding INR 2,00,000 per annum for Pre-Matric SC), Aadhaar-linked DBT-enabled bank passbook, and a bonafide/admission certificate from your current institution. ###
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Status Tracking * Visit the official OASIS website: [https://oasis.gov.in/](https://oasis.gov.in/) * Click on 'Track An Application' in the student's corner. * Enter your login details (User ID, password) and click 'Check Status' to monitor your application's progress. You can also check your PFMS status directly using the portal.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What is the income limit for the Oasis Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students?
For the Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC students, the annual family/guardian income from all sources should not exceed INR 2,00,000.
Is there a minimum percentage of marks required to apply for this scholarship?
No, there is no specific minimum percentage of marks required to apply for the Oasis Scholarship.
How will the scholarship amount be disbursed to the students?
The scholarship funds are disbursed directly into the student's Aadhaar-seeded, DBT-enabled bank account. For Pre-Matric and Post-Matric SC students, the payment follows a two-phase model: 40% of the eligible amount is released in the first phase, and the remaining 60% is released subsequently.
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