Youth & Skill AllowanceOnline & Offline

How to Apply for Yuvasree

যুবশ্রী

Complete step-by-step application guide for Yuvasree (যুবশ্রী), 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

Unemployed youth resident in West Bengal registered with the Employment Bank
Beneficiary selection conducted under applicable Labour Department norms and available scheme quotas
Active bank account linked for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)

2. Documents You May Need

Employment Bank Registration Certificate / IDMandatory

Valid enrollment and registration details on the Employment Bank portal.

Identity & Residential ProofMandatory

Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or relevant state residential identification.

Bank Passbook / Account ProofMandatory

Bank passbook copy showing account number, IFSC, and sole applicant name.

3. Step-by-Step Application Process

Register on Employment Bank

Jobseekers enroll on the official West Bengal Employment Bank portal with educational credentials.

Verification of Jobseeker Records

Enrolled profiles are verified by respective regional employment exchange authorities.

Beneficiary Selection & Quota Sanction

Eligible jobseekers are selected under Yuvasree based on state departmental guidelines and sanctioned quotas.

Monthly Stipend Disbursement

Selected beneficiaries receive ₹1,500 monthly stipend credited directly into their bank account.

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

•Yuvasree (also popularly called Yuva Shakti) provides ₹1,500 per month financial assistance for selected jobseekers, not a permanent job.
•Beneficiary framework is linked to registered jobseekers in the West Bengal Employment Bank.
•Currently, 1 lakh selected jobseekers receive this stipend, as stated in the 2026–27 Budget Speech.
•Cumulatively, 2,13,114 jobseekers had received Yuvasree benefits up to November 2025.
•Receiving Yuvasree does not mean government appointment; its primary aim is skill and employability development.
•Always verify the latest application guidelines and criteria on the official Employment Bank portal before applying.

5. Official Government Portals & Sources

Government of West Bengal — Yuvasree Scheme InformationLabour Department, Government of West Bengal

Open Official Portal