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Aikyashree Scholarship

ঐক্যশ্রী স্কলারশিপ

Department: Minority Affairs & Madrasah Education Department, Government of West BengalLast Verified: 20 Mar 20266 min readEditorial Review Desk
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JurisdictionWest Bengal, India
Primary SourceOfficial .wb.gov.in Circulars
Last Verification20 Mar 2026
Official ApplicationPortal (.wb.gov.in)
Key Financial BenefitScholarship assistance depends on the applicable Aikyashree category and course as per official department norms
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Quick Summary & Overview

Aikyashree provides financial support and scholarships to eligible students belonging to minority communities in West Bengal to support their educational advancement.

Scheme Benefits

  • Pre-Matric Scholarship: Financial assistance for eligible minority students studying in recognized schools/institutions.
  • Post-Matric Scholarship: Financial support for eligible minority students pursuing higher secondary, undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma studies.
  • Merit-cum-Means Scholarship: Financial aid for eligible minority students pursuing technical or professional courses.

Scheme Components Breakdown

This scheme operates under distinct components with separate eligibility criteria and benefit structures.

Pre-MatricSchool Education

Pre-Matric Scholarship

BenefitAssistance depends on applicable category and course as per official department norms

Target / Age: Class I to Class X

Eligibility Criteria:
  • Applicant must be domiciled in West Bengal.
  • Study in a school or institution recognized by an educational Board, Council or University of the State or Central Government.
  • Secured at least 50% marks or equivalent grade in the previous final examination.
  • Annual family income not exceeding ₹2,00,000.
  • Study in an educational institution within West Bengal.
Post-MatricHigher Education

Post-Matric Scholarship

BenefitAssistance depends on applicable category and course as per official department norms

Target / Age: Class XI to Postgraduate / Ph.D.

Eligibility Criteria:
  • Applicant must be domiciled in West Bengal.
  • Study in an institution recognized by an educational Board, Council or University of the State or Central Government.
  • Secured at least 50% marks or equivalent grade in the previous final examination.
  • Annual family income not exceeding ₹2,00,000.
  • Study in an educational institution within West Bengal.
MCMTechnical & Professional Courses

Merit-cum-Means Scholarship

BenefitAssistance depends on applicable category and course as per official department norms

Target / Age: Technical or Professional Courses

Eligibility Criteria:
  • Applicant must be domiciled in West Bengal.
  • Secured admission to a technical or professional course.
  • Secured at least 50% marks in the last Higher Secondary or Graduation examination.
  • Annual family income not exceeding ₹2,50,000.
  • Study in an educational institution within West Bengal.

Eligibility Requirements

ResidenceApplicant must be domiciled in West Bengal.
GenderAll eligible minority students

Additional Eligibility Conditions:

  • Must belong to a recognized minority community in West Bengal.
  • Must study in an educational institution within West Bengal recognized by an educational Board, Council, or University of the State or Central Government.
  • Pre-Matric & Post-Matric: Minimum 50% marks or equivalent grade in previous final exam; annual family income ≤ ₹2,00,000.
  • Merit-cum-Means: Secured admission to technical/professional course; minimum 50% marks in last HS/Graduation exam; annual family income ≤ ₹2,50,000.

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How to Apply

1

Application Submission

Applications for Aikyashree are handled through the official scholarship system. Eligible students can also access Aikyashree application services through Bangla Sahayata Kendra (BSK).

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2

Verification & Processing

Submitted applications are processed and verified by educational institutions and nodal offices in accordance with official department guidelines.

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3

Track Application Status

Applicants can track their application status through the official Aikyashree portal using Application ID or Registered Mobile Number and Date of Birth.

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4

Grievance Redressal

Aikyashree applicants can use the grievance facility available through the official system if needed.

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Application Status Check

Track your application through the official Aikyashree scholarship portal (wbmdfcscholarship.in) using your Application ID or Registered Mobile Number and Date of Birth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Aikyashree includes Pre-Matric Scholarship, Post-Matric Scholarship, and Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for eligible minority community students in West Bengal.

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