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OASIS Scholarship (West Bengal SC, ST and OBC pre-matric and post-matric)

OASIS Scholarship (West Bengal SC, ST and OBC pre-matric and post-matric) is a state government scheme. The state portal for pre-matric and post-matric scholarships for SC, ST and OBC students; the amount depends on the class and course. Who qualifies: SC, ST or OBC students of West Bengal in a recognised school, college or institute. Applying is free on oasis.wb.gov.in.

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WhereWest Bengal (state government)
Run byBackward Classes Welfare Department, Govt of West Bengal
Last checked1 November 2026
Helpline8420023311

What do you get under OASIS?

The state portal for pre-matric and post-matric scholarships for SC, ST and OBC students; the amount depends on the class and course.

On 1 November 2026 the portal showed 2026-27 applications open for all its pre-matric and post-matric schemes, with no closing date given. For SC students, the new central rules pay 40% first and 60% later.

Who is eligible for OASIS?

  • SC, ST or OBC students of West Bengal in a recognised school, college or institute.
  • Income and other limits follow the rules of each scheme.
  • ST students must first create a One Time Registration (OTR) on the National Scholarship Portal.

Documents needed for OASIS

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How to apply for OASIS

  1. Open oasis.wb.gov.in and choose your scheme (pre-matric or post-matric, SC, ST or OBC).
  2. ST students: create an NSP OTR first, then apply on OASIS.
  3. Fill the form, upload documents and submit; your institution then verifies it.

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How to check OASIS status

  1. Log in on oasis.wb.gov.in to see the application status.
  2. Make sure your Aadhaar is seeded and DBT-enabled at your bank, or the payment fails.
  3. Helpline 8420023311.

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Common questions

Who is eligible for OASIS?

SC, ST or OBC students of West Bengal in a recognised school, college or institute. Income and other limits follow the rules of each scheme. ST students must first create a One Time Registration (OTR) on the National Scholarship Portal.

How much do I get under OASIS?

The state portal for pre-matric and post-matric scholarships for SC, ST and OBC students; the amount depends on the class and course. On 1 November 2026 the portal showed 2026-27 applications open for all its pre-matric and post-matric schemes, with no closing date given. For SC students, the new central rules pay 40% first and 60% later.

What documents do I need for OASIS?

Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC), if you claim it; Income certificate; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Education certificates (marksheets); Proof of admission or fee receipt; Passport-size photo.

How do I apply for OASIS?

Open oasis.wb.gov.in and choose your scheme (pre-matric or post-matric, SC, ST or OBC). ST students: create an NSP OTR first, then apply on OASIS. Fill the form, upload documents and submit; your institution then verifies it. Official site: https://oasis.wb.gov.in/

How do I check OASIS status?

Log in on oasis.wb.gov.in to see the application status. Make sure your Aadhaar is seeded and DBT-enabled at your bank, or the payment fails. Helpline 8420023311.

Do I have to pay anyone to apply for OASIS?

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.

Is OASIS scholarship open for 2026-27?

Yes. On 1 November 2026 the portal said applications are open for the 2026-27 session for SC, ST and OBC pre-matric and post-matric schemes.

Why has my OASIS scholarship not come?

The most common reason is that the bank account is not Aadhaar-seeded and DBT-enabled. The portal asks students to contact their bank within 7 days. Then call 8420023311.

Official sources

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.

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