Sikshashree Scholarship for SC/ST Class V-VIII
To provide quality assistance to SC/ST day-scholar students of Classes V to VIII in a smooth, transparent and efficient way a single new scheme Sikshashree has been implemented.
BCWD
Backward Classes Welfare (Anagrasar Kalyan) Department works for social, economic and cultural development of the people belonging to SC, ST, OBC in West Bengal.
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Inter-Caste Marriage Scheme in West Bengal
The objective of Dr. Ambedkar Scheme for Social Integration through Inter-Caste Marriages is to extend financial incentive to the newly married couple.
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Apply for Amended OBC Certificate for new Categorization
OBC certificate holder is required to apply for the amended certificate in plain paper along with original OBC certificate and attested documentary proof in support of non-creamy layer status.
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How to Apply for Scholarship at www.Oasis.gov.in
Submit computer-generated filled-in application form (duly signed) to concerned BDO (for Block area)/ PO cum DWO/ DWO. (For Municipality/ Corporation area).
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Sikshasree Scholarship Scheme
Each of the SC students of Class V to VII will get a grant of Rs. 750/- per annum and those of Class VIII will get a grant of Rs. 800/- per annum, while students belonging to ST and studying from Class V to VIII will get a grant of Rs. 800/- per annum.
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Stipulated Time Limit for Issuance of Caste Certificates
Stipulated time limit of providing the service of Issuance of Caste Certificates to SC/ST/OBC is 4 (four) weeks from the date of submission of application.
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Sabooj Sathi – Bi-Cycle Distribution Scheme
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee flagged off a unique scheme Sabooj Sathi from Jangalmahal in 2015. Under this scheme students studying between Class IX and XII got cycles for commuting to schools.
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Other Backward Classes of West Bengal
State Government has conducted sample survey to ascertain the relative backwardness of the classes included in the lists of other backward classes of West Bengal.
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Online Duplicate SC/ST Certificate in case of Loss or Damage
SC/ST certificate holder may obtain online duplicate SC/ST certificate in the event of loss or damage of the original Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe certificate from authority.
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Introduction of Digitally Signed Caste Certificates through e-Signature
Governor is pleased to introduce digitally signed Caste Certificates through e-signature in respect of issuing authorities in rest of the Sub-divisions of West Bengal.