Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (West Bengal)
Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal · West Bengal
| Scheme Name | Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (West Bengal) |
| Provided By | Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
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About the Program
Apply for the Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students in West Bengal. Check official eligibility criteria, annual family income limits, required documents list, course groups, maintenance allowance, and online step-by-step application guide for college SC students on oasis.gov.in.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹12k+
The scholarship amount for SC Post-Matric students varies based on the course of study and whether the student is a hosteller or a day scholar. For example, hostellers pursuing Engineering, Medical, B.Sc (Agriculture), LLM, M.Phil, or PhD can receive up to INR 1,200 per month (INR 14,400 annually), while day scholars in Class 11 or 12 can receive a minimum of INR 230 per month (INR 2,760 annually). The scholarship typically includes compulsory non-refundable fees and an academic allowance. Funds are disbursed directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded, DBT-enabled bank account, usually in two phases: 40% in the first phase and the remaining 60% later. [3, 7, 23]
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Maintenance allowance ranging from ₹2,300 to ₹12,000 per annum depending on study course and hosteller status
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Additionally, full reimbursement of tuition fees and compulsory non-refundable fees as per government approved college structures.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 11-12, UG, PG, Diploma, ITI, Ph.D. |
| Course / Stream | Engineering, Medical, Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, Management, IT, Vocational |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | SC |
| Domicile State | West Bengal |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar Card
- ✓SC Caste Certificate issued by WB Government
- ✓Marksheet of last qualifying exam
- ✓Income Certificate issued by competent authority
- ✓Fee receipt of current year admission
- ✓Bank Passbook showing IFSC and Account Number
- ✓Passport-size Photograph
- ✓College Bonafide/Admission Certificate
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on a merit-cum-means approach
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Key criteria include belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category, being a permanent resident of West Bengal, pursuing post-matriculation education (Class 11 onwards, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs) in a recognized institution, and having a total annual family income not exceeding INR 2.5 lakh from all sources
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Applications are submitted online, undergo direct verification by the educational institution, and then proceed to the district level for further processing. [3, 4, 5, 15, 16, 22]
Renewal Policy
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The scholarship can be renewed annually by eligible students through the official Oasis portal
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The renewal process involves logging into the student's account, selecting the 'Renew Scholarship' option, verifying previously submitted details, updating the current class or course information, and confirming promotion status
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After verification, the application must be 'Renewed and Locked'
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Renewal is contingent upon satisfactory academic performance in the previous class
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Required documents for renewal typically include attested copies of mark sheets from the last examination passed, a valid Caste Certificate, and a recent passport-size photograph
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The printed renewed application should be submitted to the District Welfare Officer (DWO) scholarship office. [2, 5, 7, 17]
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Official Portal
Go to the official Oasis Scholarship website: `https://oasis.gov.in/` [2, 5].
- 2Start New Registration
Click on the 'Student's Registration' or 'New Registration' link [2, 5, 7].
- 3Select District
Choose the district where your educational institution is located. If you are studying outside West Bengal, select the district of your permanent address [5].
- 4Enter Caste Details
Provide your Name, Father's Name, and your Computerised Caste Certificate Number (manual certificates are generally not accepted) [5].
- 5Update Basic Information
Fill in your Date of Birth, Sub-Caste, Current Institution Name, Phone Number, and Email. Upload a scanned passport-size photograph [5].
- 6Download Acknowledgement Slip
After successful registration, download the computer-generated Acknowledgement Slip, which contains your User ID/Application Number and Password [5]. ### For Completing Application (Registered Students):
- 7Login
Use your registered User ID (Application Number) and Password to log in to the Oasis portal [2, 5].
- 8Fill Further Details
Navigate to the 'Further Details' section and accurately fill in your Communication Address, Institution Details, and Bank Account Information (Bank Name, Account Number, IFSC Code, MICR Code). Ensure your bank account is Aadhaar-seeded and enabled for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) [3, 5, 7].
- 9Verify and Lock
Carefully review all entered information. Once satisfied, click on 'Verify and Lock Application'. Please note that details cannot be edited after locking [2, 5].
- 10Print Application
Download and print the completed application form [2, 5].
- 11Submit Hard Copy
Submit the printed application form along with all necessary documents to your respective District Welfare Officer (DWO) scholarship office [2]. ### For Scholarship Renewal:
- 12Visit Portal
Go to the official Oasis Scholarship website: `https://oasis.gov.in/` [2, 5, 7, 17].
- 13Access Renewal Section
Click on 'Renew Scholarship' in the 'Student's Corner' section [2, 5, 7, 17].
- 14Login for Renewal
Enter your User ID (Application Number), Password, and the district where your institution is located, then log in [2, 5, 7, 17].
- 15Update Details
Verify your previously submitted details. Update your current class or course information and confirm your promotion status [7, 17].
- 16Renew and Lock
After verifying all details, click on 'Renew and Lock Application' [7, 17].
- 17Print & Submit
Print the renewed application form and submit it to the DWO scholarship office, along with required renewal documents such as attested mark sheets of the last examination passed and a recent photograph [2, 17]. ### For Tracking Application Status:
- 18Visit Portal
Go to the official Oasis Scholarship website: `https://oasis.gov.in/` [2, 5, 16].
- 19Track Application
Click on the 'Track an Application' button on the homepage [2, 5, 16, 19].
- 20Select District
Choose your district [5].
- 21Enter Details
Provide your Application Serial Number/User ID and the relevant academic session [5, 16, 19].
- 22Check Status
Click 'Check Status' to view the current progress of your application, such as 'Submitted', 'Under Verification', 'Approved', 'Rejected', or 'Payment Processed' [5, 16].
Common Questions (FAQs)
What is the family income limit for the Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students?
For students belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category applying for the Post-Matric Scholarship, the total annual family income from all sources must not exceed INR 2.5 Lakh. [4, 5, 15, 16]
How is the scholarship amount disbursed, and what is the payment schedule?
The scholarship amount is disbursed directly into the student's Aadhaar-seeded, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) enabled bank account. For Post-Matric SC students, the payment is typically made in two phases: 40% of the eligible amount is released in the first phase, and the remaining 60% follows later. [3, 7]
Are there any minimum percentage marks required in the previous examination to be eligible for the Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students?
While some sources indicate a general requirement of at least 50% marks in previous exams to qualify for Oasis scholarships, other official communications state that there are no specific minimum percentage marks required for the Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students. Students are advised to confirm the exact requirement with their respective educational institution or through the official Oasis helpline. [2, 20]
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