Sikshashree
🏛️ Backward Classes Welfare Department • West Bengal Govt
Annual scholarship credited directly to the student or guardian bank account.
About the Scheme
Sikshashree provides an annual scholarship to Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe day scholars studying in Classes V to VIII in government and government-aided schools in West Bengal. The award offsets the cost of books, uniforms and other educational expenses, and is credited directly to the bank account of the student or guardian. 🔗 Official Resources: • Backward Classes Welfare Department: https://wbbcdev.gov.in
📄 Documents Required
- ✓Bank Passbook CopyFirst page showing account number and IFSC details
- ✓Caste CertificateRequired for reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC)
- ✓Aadhaar CardUnique identification document
- ✓Residential CertificateProof of domicile/residency in West Bengal
- ✓Academic MarksheetMarksheet of previous qualifying examination
🚀 How to Apply
Step 1:Apply Through the School
Collect and submit the Sikshashree application form through the head of the institution.
Step 2:Attach Caste Certificate
Attach the SC or ST caste certificate along with residential proof and the bank passbook copy.
Step 3:School Forwards the List
The school verifies the applications and forwards the consolidated list to the block welfare office.
Step 4:Scholarship Disbursal
The sanctioned amount is credited directly to the student or guardian bank account.