What do you get under Aikyashree?
Pre-matric, post-matric and merit-cum-means scholarships for minority students of West Bengal, paid to the student’s bank account. The amount depends on the class and course.
The portal now carries the name NSP-WB and lists Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Merit-cum-Means and SVMCM; it no longer uses the name Aikyashree. On 1 November 2026 it said the 2026-27 deadline for all schemes was extended to 30 November 2026.
Aikyashree: latest updates
- Portal notice: application deadline for all 2026-27 scholarships extended to 30 November 2026. official source
- Budget speech: Aikyashree, started in 2019-20, has been paid to more than 28 lakh applicants. official source
Who is eligible for Aikyashree?
- Students from the notified minority communities (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain and Parsi) living in West Bengal.
- Studying in a recognised school, madrasah, college or institute.
- Family income and minimum marks limits apply for each scheme; see the guidelines on the portal.
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- You must belong to a notified minority community.
Documents needed for Aikyashree
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How to apply for Aikyashree
- Open nspwb.wbmdfc.org and register as a student (fresh) or log in for renewal.
- Fill the form, upload documents and submit; then your school or college verifies it online.
- Use only nspwb.wbmdfc.org. The old address wbmdfcscholarship.org no longer belongs to the corporation.
How to check Aikyashree status
- Use "Track Application" on nspwb.wbmdfc.org with your application details.
- Ask your institution’s scholarship nodal teacher whether the form was verified.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Aikyashree?
Students from the notified minority communities (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain and Parsi) living in West Bengal. Studying in a recognised school, madrasah, college or institute. Family income and minimum marks limits apply for each scheme; see the guidelines on the portal.
How much do I get under Aikyashree?
Pre-matric, post-matric and merit-cum-means scholarships for minority students of West Bengal, paid to the student’s bank account. The amount depends on the class and course. The portal now carries the name NSP-WB and lists Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Merit-cum-Means and SVMCM; it no longer uses the name Aikyashree. On 1 November 2026 it said the 2026-27 deadline for all schemes was extended to 30 November 2026.
What documents do I need for Aikyashree?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Education certificates (marksheets); Income certificate; Proof of admission or fee receipt; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Passport-size photo; Domicile or residence certificate of the state.
How do I apply for Aikyashree?
Open nspwb.wbmdfc.org and register as a student (fresh) or log in for renewal. Fill the form, upload documents and submit; then your school or college verifies it online. Use only nspwb.wbmdfc.org. The old address wbmdfcscholarship.org no longer belongs to the corporation. Official site: https://nspwb.wbmdfc.org/
How do I check Aikyashree status?
Use "Track Application" on nspwb.wbmdfc.org with your application details. Ask your institution’s scholarship nodal teacher whether the form was verified.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Aikyashree?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
What is the last date for Aikyashree 2026-27?
The NSP-WB portal said on 1 November 2026 that the deadline for all 2026-27 schemes was extended to 30 November 2026.
Is Aikyashree now called NSP-WB?
The corporation’s scholarship portal now uses the name NSP-WB at nspwb.wbmdfc.org and does not show the name Aikyashree. The scholarships are the same types: pre-matric, post-matric and merit-cum-means.
Official sources
- NSP-WB scholarship portal, West Bengal Minorities’ Development and Finance Corporation
- West Bengal Budget Speech 2026-27 (interim, 5 February 2026), Finance Department
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 31 January 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.