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About the scholarship
The Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students 2026–27 is West Bengal's dedicated track — run by the Backward Classes Welfare Department — for Other Backward Classes students from Class 11 through postgraduate level. Applications run on the official Oasis portal (oasis.gov.in).
Eligibility
- Permanent resident (domicile) of West Bengal.
- Belong to the OBC category with a valid caste certificate.
- Studying in Class 11 or above — ITI, diploma, degree, PG — at an institution inside India.
- Annual family income up to Rs 1,00,000 (the OBC-specific limit; SC/ST limit is Rs 2.5 lakh).
- Passed the previous year's examination.
- Active bank account in the student's own name, linked with Aadhaar.
- Not taking any other scholarship.
Benefits
- Up to Rs 20,000 per year for OBC hostellers (amount varies by course group and level).
- Maintenance allowance plus reimbursement of compulsory non-refundable fees.
- Paid by DBT to the Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Documents required
- Aadhaar details
- OBC caste certificate
- Income certificate
- Previous exam marksheet
- Bank details (Aadhaar-linked)
- Photograph + institution details
How to apply
- Go to the Oasis portaloasis.gov.in
- Register / log inNew applicants register; renewals log in.
- Fill the form and upload documents
- Submit before 31 October 2026
Income limit differs by category: OBC applicants face a Rs 1 lakh ceiling, while SC/ST applicants get Rs 2.5 lakh. Check the correct track before applying.
FAQs
What is the income limit for OBC?
Rs 1,00,000 per year of family income.
How much can I get?
Up to Rs 20,000 per year for hostellers, varying by course group.
Can I apply if I study outside West Bengal?
Yes — the institution must be inside India; West Bengal domicile is what matters.
Where do I apply?
On the official Oasis portal, oasis.gov.in — not on NSP.
Verified 16 Oct 2026 via Shiksha (WB domicile, OBC track, income ≤ Rs 1L for OBC, OTR, no other scholarship), the B4S 2026-27 listing (up to Rs 20,000; 31 Oct 2026), and oasisscholarship.in amount table.
