Aikyashree Scholarship
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Aikyashree Scholarship is a flagship education scheme launched by the West Bengal Government to support minority students (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, and Parsee) from Class 1 to higher education. Managed by the West Bengal Minority Development and Finance Corporation (WBMDFC), this scheme provides financial aid to deserving students to continue their education without financial barriers.
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đ Step-by-Step Application Process for Aikyashree Scholarship (Fresh Applicants)
Eligibility
- You must be a resident of West Bengal.
- You must belong to a minority community (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsee).
- You must have scored at least 50% marks in your last exam (60% is good).
- Your family income should be:
- Less than âš2 lakh/year for Pre-Matric
- Less than âš2.5 lakh/year for Post-Matric & Merit-cum-Means
 5. You must be studying in a recognized school or college in West Bengal.
đ Required Documents
Ensure you have the following documents ready in scanned format:
Aadhaar Card
Passport-size Photograph
Income Certificate
Domicile Certificate
Minority Community Certificate
Bank Passbook (First Page)
Marksheet of Last Examination
Admission Receipt or Fee Structure
Institute ID Card
Ration Card (if applicable)
đ ī¸ Application Methods
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- Online Application:-
Step 1: Visit the Official Portal
- Navigate to the official Aikyashree Scholarship portal: https://wbmdfcscholarship.in
Step 2: New Registration
Click on âStudentâs Areaâ and select âFresh Registrationâ.
Choose the district where your educational institution is located.
Step 3: Fill in Registration Details
Enter the following information:
Full Name
Guardian’s Name
Date of Birth
Mobile Number
Email ID
Bank Account Number
Create and confirm a password
Click on âSubmit and Proceedâ.
Step 4: Scheme Eligibility
Provide details about your:
Current Institution
Course or Class Name
Last Exam Passed
Board Name
Year of Passing
Percentage of Marks Obtained
Annual Family Income
Review the information and click on âSubmit & Proceedâ.
Step 5: Completion of Registration
A provisional User ID will be generated.
You will receive your password via the registered email ID.
Step 6: Student Login
Log in using your User ID and Password.
Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
Update your password for security purposes.
Step 7: Fill in Application Details
Complete the application by providing:
Basic Information
Academic Information
Bank Account Information
Upload the required documents (see below).
Review all entries carefully.
Step 8: Final Submission
After verifying all details, click on âSubmit and Lock Applicationâ.
Confirm the submission.
Print the application form for future reference.
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đ Aikyashree Scholarship Renewal Process
If you have previously received the Aikyashree Scholarship, follow these steps to renew your application:
Visit the official portal: https://wbmdfcscholarship.in
Click on âStudentâs Areaâ and select âRenewal Application 2024â25â.
Choose your district.
Log in using your Application ID, Date of Birth, and Password.
Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
Update any necessary information, including bank details if changed.
Upload the required documents.
Review and submit the application.
Print the confirmation page for your records.
Who can apply for Aikyashree?
Minority students in West Bengal studying from Class 1 to PhD with annual income below the limit.
Is Aikyashree available for college students?
Yes, college and university students can apply under Post-Matric and Merit-cum-Means categories.
How to check Aikyashree application status?
How to check Aikyashree application status?
Aikyashree Scholarship Amount
The scholarship amount varies depending on the level of education:
| Level | Amount per Month |
|---|---|
| Pre-Matric (Class 1â10) | âš1,100 â âš6,600/year |
| Post-Matric (Class 11âPhD) | âš2,500 â âš15,000/year |
| Merit-cum-Means (Professional/Technical) | Up to âš33,000/year |