What do you get under Sabooj Sathi?
A free bicycle for students of class 9 in government, government-aided and government-sponsored schools and madrasahs, given at school.
Sabooj Sathi: latest updates
- Scheme renamed Sarathi at a launch in Howrah; 12.59 lakh students in 8,228 schools to get bicycles in 2026-27. news report
- Budget speech: 1.44 crore bicycles given since 2015-16; about 12.5 lakh class 9 students covered in 2025-26. official source
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Who is eligible for Sabooj Sathi?
- Students of class 9 (the year’s intake) in government, aided or sponsored schools and madrasahs of West Bengal.
- From 2027-28 class 8 students are reported to be covered.
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How to apply for Sabooj Sathi
- No application by the student: the school sends the list and hands out the bicycles.
- Ask your head teacher about the distribution date.
How to check Sabooj Sathi status
- Ask your school. The old portal wbsaboojsathi.gov.in did not open from our checks.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Sabooj Sathi?
Students of class 9 (the year’s intake) in government, aided or sponsored schools and madrasahs of West Bengal. From 2027-28 class 8 students are reported to be covered.
How much do I get under Sabooj Sathi?
A free bicycle for students of class 9 in government, government-aided and government-sponsored schools and madrasahs, given at school.
What documents do I need for Sabooj Sathi?
Proof of admission or fee receipt.
How do I apply for Sabooj Sathi?
No application by the student: the school sends the list and hands out the bicycles. Ask your head teacher about the distribution date. Official site: https://wbsaboojsathi.gov.in/
How do I check Sabooj Sathi status?
Ask your school. The old portal wbsaboojsathi.gov.in did not open from our checks.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Sabooj Sathi?
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 new name of Sabooj Sathi?
Sarathi. News reports say the Chief Minister announced the new name on 29 September 2026; bicycles continue to be given at school.
Which class gets the Sabooj Sathi cycle?
Class 9 students of government, aided and sponsored schools. Reports say class 8 will be added from the next financial year.
Official sources
- West Bengal Budget Speech 2026-27 (interim, 5 February 2026), Finance Department
- Malda district portal: Sabooj Sathi
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.