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West Bengal Yuva Sathi Scheme 2026
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Eligibility
Residents of West Bengal
Region
India
Award
₹1,500 monthly
Deadline
26-Feb-2026
About The Program
West Bengal Yuva Sathi Scheme 2026 is an opportunity offered by the Government of West Bengal. It is an initiative by Hon’ble Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to aid educated individuals of the state in their search for employment, thereby reducing their economic burden and increasing social security. The selected candidates will receive ₹1,500 monthly.
EligibilityDeadline Date: 26-Feb-2026
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be a permanent resident of West Bengal
- be aged 21 - 40 years as of 1st April 2026
- have passed Madhyamik or equivalent examination
- not be covered under any social security scheme
- not be receiving any state government allowance (except scholarship/educational benefits)
- be currently unemployed
Benefits
Selected candidates will receive ₹1,500 per month till their employment is secured or for 5 years, whichever is earlier.
Documents
- Duly signed recent passport-sized colour photograph
- Madhyamik or equivalent admit card, marksheet/certificate
- First page of bank passbook/cancelled cheque
- Caste Certificate
- Self declaration
- Aadhaar card
- Voter card
How can you apply?
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required details to register. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID)
Step 3: Get the application form from the official website ‘https://sportsandyouth.wb.gov.in/wbyouthservices/news-events’ or from the camps arranged in all 294 assembly constituencies.
Step 4: Fill in the required details and attach the necessary documents.
Step 5: Submit the complete application to the camps.
Important Dates
Application Start: 15th February 2026
Application Deadline: 26th February 2026
Time: 10 AM - 5 PM
Selection Criteria
Important documents
Contact Details
Directorate of Youth Services,
Government of West Bengal,
32/1, B.B.D. Bag (South), Standard Building
2nd floor, Kolkata - 700001
Source: https://sportsandyouth.wb.gov.in/
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering this opportunity?
Answer: The Government of West Bengal is offering this opportunity.
Question: Are there extra benefits for disabled students?
Answer: All selected candidates will receive equal benefits.
Question: How is the award disbursed?
Answer: Fellowships will be disbursed monthly through Aadhaar-linked beneficiary bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode.
Question: Is there any application fee?
Answer: The application is free.
Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: The application is offline to the organised government camps.
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