Shikshashree Scheme
✓ Information verified — June 2026The scheme "Shikshashree Scheme” was implemented by the Government of West Bengal during the year 2014-15 by merging the existing schemes of Book Grants & Maintenance Grants to provide financial assistance to Schedule Caste students studying in classes V to VIII.
What You Get
- Financial assistance for educational expenses
- Support for purchasing textbooks and educational materials
- Maintenance grant to help cover daily schooling costs
- Direct financial support to eligible SC students
Who Can Apply
- Age: 5–100 years
- Residence: West Bengal residents only
- Student must be enrolled in classes V to VIII
- Must belong to Schedule Caste (SC) category
- Must be a resident of West Bengal
- Must be studying in recognized schools
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. SC Certificate
- 3. Bank Passbook
- 4. School Enrollment Certificate
- 5. Income Certificate
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- West Bengal
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 5–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
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