Aikyashree Scholarship 2023-24: The West Bengal Minority Development and Finance Corporation (WBMDFC) provides one of the largest scholarships for minority students in the state, called the Aikyashree Scholarship Scheme. The government has provided scholarships for minority students in West Bengal, including Buddhist, Muslim, Christian, and Parsi students. The Aikyashree Scheme provides scholarships for students ranging from a minimum of 1100 rupees to a maximum of 33 thousand rupees. The Aikyashree Scheme provides all financial assistance to students pursuing higher education.
In today’s article, we will discuss all the details regarding Aikyashree Scholarships, including status check, eligibility criteria, amount, required documents, and how to apply online for the previous benefits of the Pre/Post/Merit Cum Means Scholarship.
Aikyashree Scholarship2023
The Aikyashree Scholarship is awarded by the West Bengal Minority Development and Financial Cooperative to students whose families have a very poor financial situation and who belong to minority communities such as Muslims, Christians, Jains, Parsis, etc. The benefits of this scholarship are available to all students in the state, whether they are in first grade or pursuing a Ph.D.
WBMDFC (West Bengal Minority Development and Finance Corporation)
Beneficiary
Minority Students of the State
Amounts
Rs.1100-33000
Status Check
Online
Last Date
31.03.2023
HelpLine Number
1800-120-2130
Official Portal
www.wbmdfcscholarship.org
www.wbmdfc.org
Aikyashree ScholarshipTypes
The scholarship is primarily awarded to minority students in West Bengal. There are four kinds of scholarships available under the Aikyashree Prakalpa. Which is as follows
Pre-Matric Scholarship (Class 1 to Class 10)
Post-Matric Scholarship (Class 11 to Ph.D.)
Merit Cum Means (Technical/Professional Course)
Talent Support Scholarship, TSP (those securing less than 50% marks)
Eligibility Criteria For Aikyashree Scholarship
Below, we have discussed in detail the eligibility criteria for the Aikyashree Scholarship. Any beneficiary may claim the benefits of this Prakalpa provided they meet the following criteria:
An applicant must be a member of a minority group.
The applicant must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
This scholarship is available only to those pursuing a course of study at a recognized institution in the state (West Bengal).
The previous exam must have been passed with a minimum of 50% marks.
The scholarship is available to students whose family income is less than Rs.2 lakh (pre-matric), Rs.2.5 lakh (post-matric, merit cum mean), or less.
The Merit Cum Means Scholarship is available to students from classes I to 10. Students from classes 11 to PhD are eligible for the post-matric scholarship, and technical/professional students are eligible for the post-matric scholarship.
Aikyashree Scholarship Amount
Aikyashree scholarships are provided by the State Government in three categories (Pre-matric, Post-matric, and Merit-based). Aikyashree Scholarships are distributed primarily according to tuition fees, with amounts ranging from 1100 rupees to 33 thousand rupees. The following table illustrates how much money you may be eligible to receive if you are awarded this scholarship.
Scholarship
Amount For Day Scholar
Hosteller
Pre Matric
Class 1 to 5
1100/-
–
Pre Matric
Class 6 to 10
5500/-
11000
Post Matric
Class 11 to 12
10200
11900
Post Matric
Technical & Vocational Course
13500
15200
Post Matric
UG & PG
6600
9600
Post Matric
M.Phil & PhD
9300
16500
Merit Cum Means
Engg, Mediacl, Law and CA
27500
33000
Documents needed for Aikyashree Scholarship
There are some important documents you need to have to apply for Aikyashree Scheme which we have mentioned below:
Marksheet
Income Certificate
Applicant’s Bank Account
Institute Certificate
Valid Mobile Number
Bangla Siksha ID (For school-level students)
Domicile Certificate
Receipt of Tuition Fees
Minority Community C ertificate
How to Check Status Of Aikyashree Scholarship?
Many of you have already applied (fresh or renewed application) for the Aikyashree Scholarship for the session 2022-23. You should check the status of your online or offline application to determine whether it has been verified. Now we know how you can check the status of your Aikyashree Scholarship. You can check the status of your scholarship application (at the district or institute level) if you have recently applied for it.
You should first visit the official website of the Aikyashree Scholarship, otherwise you can visit wbmdfcscholarship.org.
Then select the Student Area option.
Now click on the Track application status.
Here choose your institute district.
Enter your Application ID, Year of Registration, and Date of Birth on the following page.
Now fill in the captcha and click submit.
You can check the status of your application once you have submitted it.
How to apply online for Aikyashree Scholarship?
Applicants who are minority students in West Bengal and meet all the eligibility criteria may apply online or offline for this scholarship. However, if you apply online, you will need to complete all the steps step by step. We have outlined all the procedures regarding the online application for Aikyashree Scholarships for Minorities.
Steps For Aikyashree ScholarshipOnline Application
To register as a student, please visit the website of the WBMDFC or click on the following link: wbmdfcscholarship.org.
Now click on Fresh Registration.
You will then be able to access the student registration page.
It is necessary for you to fill in the student information form with your name, date of birth, mobile number, bank account number, and IFSC code, as well as the name of your guardian.
You may now enter the name of your state, city, block, or municipality.
Fill in the captcha then click on submit button.
Scheme Eligibility
You can review the student information you provided earlier, and if any information is incorrect, you may edit and correct it.
The Scheme Eligibility section requires you to provide details regarding your educational qualifications.
Please include the name of your institution, your location, your current course, your Bangla Sikhya Portal ID, your previous course name, your board name, the year you passed, and the marks you achieved.
Please enter the annual income of your family as well as your e-mail address, and then set a new password.
Then click on submit and continue.
Successful Registration
By following the above procedures, you will be able to complete your registration successfully. As soon as you have registered, you will be able to see which scholarships you are eligible to apply for. Here you may apply for post-matriculated, pre-matriculated, merit, or mains scholarships according to your academic course.
Student Login
You will receive an Application ID once you have registered.
Now visit the wbdmfc portal.
Click on Student Login.
Please enter your application id, password, and academic session here and then click on the ‘Login’ button.
Then verify with OTP.
You will be redirected to your application dashboard. Now you can submit your application online in three easy steps.
Basic Information
Academic Information
Bank details
The previously provided information will appear when you click on Basic Information. You may skip these sections.
Please enter your current marital status and the name of your husband (if you are married).
Enter your address, pin code, police station name, etc., by scrolling down the page.
Select your identification proof from the dropdown menu and enter the ID number.
On the Academic Information page, enter your academic information, such as the course name, session, year of passing, and marks obtained in previous courses.
You must now provide the details of your current educational institution, such as the name of the institution, the name of the board, and the duration of the course.
Then click submit and proceed.
Bank information: You will need to provide your bank account information on this page in order to receive your Oikyasree scholarship funds.
Please enter the name of your bank, the name of the branch, the IFSC code, and the account number of your bank.
Now tick I agree then click on submit and proceed option.
Final Submission and Lock Application
The next page will preview all the information you provided, now review your application.
If all information is correct, click on verify and lock the application.
After the application is locked you can print your application for future reference.
Aikyashree Scholarship renewal 2023-24
We have personally shown step by step how to renew the application for those students who have applied for Aikyashree Scholarship before and have received money for any academic year.
Visit the WBMDFC portal, or go to this link, www.wbmdfc.org.
Now select the Student Area option.
Click on the link to renew your application for 2023-24.
Please select your institute district and click the OK button.
The next step is to add some additional information, such as the Duare Sarkar registration number, the district, block or municipality, and the Aikyashree ID number, and then click on the proceed button.
Then, please log in with your User ID and date of birth to renew your student status.
You will find an option to renew your application on the next page. Click on this option.
You will need to enter your year of passing and previous academic marks when you click on Review Academic Information.
Then click submit and next.
Enter your Aadhaar number and your Bangla Siksha ID number.
Review your application, then click Submit and Renew.
The following procedures should be followed if you wish to apply online for Aikyashree Prakalpa. To register online, you will need a form that can be obtained for free from your school, university, or Duare sarkar camp. You need to complete the form correctly and submit it to your school or university.