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How to Apply for Medhashree

মেধাশ্রী

Complete step-by-step application guide for Medhashree (মেধাশ্রী), covering eligibility snapshot, mandatory documentation, submission procedures, and official portal links.

Application Mode:Online & Offline

Application Fee:Free of Cost (No application fee)

Processing Time:15 to 30 working days

Total Steps:4 Steps

1. Who Can Apply?

Full Criteria

Student must belong to the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category
Student must be actively studying in Class V, VI, VII, or VIII
Enrolled in a Government, Government-Sponsored, or Government-Aided school in West Bengal
Student must satisfy applicable departmental verification and institutional rules

2. Documents You May Need

Valid OBC Caste Certificate / Proof of OBC CategoryMandatory

Official OBC certificate issued by competent administrative authority or verified community proof.

School Enrollment / Present Class Proof (Class V–VIII)Mandatory

School ID card, admission receipt, or certificate from the Head of the Institution.

Student Bank Account Passbook CopyMandatory

Bank passbook clearly displaying Account Number, IFSC code, and student/guardian name.

3. Step-by-Step Application Process

Notification & School Guidance

Review active Medhashree application guidelines announced by the Backward Classes Welfare Department through schools.

Submission of Details at School

Submit student details, OBC category certificate, and bank account passbook copy to the school authority.

Institutional Verification & Portal Entry

The Head of the Institution verifies student enrollment and forwards the data through the designated scholarship system.

Departmental Sanction & DBT Disbursement

Upon final approval by the Backward Classes Welfare Department, the annual scholarship of ₹800 is credited via DBT.

4. After Applying & Status Tracking

Following submission, your application and submitted documents are verified by the designated block or department officials. Processing typically completes within 15 to 30 working days.

Offline Submission Center: Duare Sarkar Camp / BDO Office / Municipality Office

Track Application Status

Important Warnings & Advice

•Medhashree is an annual pre-matric scholarship providing ₹800 per student per year, not a monthly stipend.
•Strictly covers eligible OBC students studying in Classes V, VI, VII, and VIII.
•Applicable in Government, Government-Sponsored, and Government-Aided schools across West Bengal.
•Fully funded by the Government of West Bengal from the State Budget.
•Distinct from Shikshashree (which covers SC/ST students) and Aikyashree (minority students).
•Disbursement is processed transparently via automated Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

5. Official Government Portals & Sources

Chief Minister’s Office, Government of West Bengal — Important SchemesBackward Classes Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal

Open Official Portal