The Oasis Scholarship Portal 2025 has officially opened registrations for the academic year 2025–26, offering financial assistance to thousands of students belonging to SC, ST, and OBC communities across West Bengal. Managed by the Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal, this portal acts as a central hub where students can submit scholarship applications, complete verification, renew their form, and track real-time status — all digitally, without visiting any office.

This digital platform plays an important role in ensuring that students from disadvantaged communities continue their education without financial hurdles. With a structured system for pre-matric, post-matric, merit-based, and hostel support schemes, the Oasis portal has become one of the most vital student welfare initiatives in the state. The entire workflow — from registration to fund disbursement — is completed online, ensuring transparency, accessibility, and timely benefit delivery.

Scholarships Available Under the Oasis Portal

A wide range of scholarships are offered through the Oasis Scholarship Portal. Each scheme is designed to support students at different stages of education. Below is an easy breakdown of the available scholarship categories:

Pre-Matric Scholarships

SC Pre-Matric Scholarship (Classes IX–X)
OBC Pre-Matric Scholarship (Classes V–X)
Shikshashree Scheme for SC Students (Classes V–VIII)
Scholarship for Students from Unclean Occupations (Classes I–X)

Post-Matric Scholarships

Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Hosteller & Day Scholar)
Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (Class XI onwards)

Merit-Based Scholarships

Merit Scholarship for SC Girls (Classes V–X)
Merit Scholarship for SC Students (Classes IX–XII)

Hostel Support Schemes

Hostel Grant for SC Students in School-Attached Hostels
Ashram Hostel Grant for SC Students (Classes I–X)

Who Can Apply? – Eligibility Highlights

Eligibility varies across schemes, but the fundamental criteria revolve around caste, class level, and income limits.

Pre-Matric Eligibility

Must belong to SC or ST category
Studying in Class 9 or 10
Annual family income should not exceed ₹2,00,000

Post-Matric Eligibility

Applicable for SC, ST, and OBC students
Studying in Class 11 to postgraduate level
Income limits:
- SC/ST: ₹2,50,000
- OBC: ₹1,00,000

Merit-Based Scholarship Eligibility

Only for SC category students
Applicable for Classes V–XII
Selection entirely based on academic performance
Limited seats available

Hostel Support Eligibility

Beneficiary must be from the SC community
Should be residing in a government-approved hostel
Valid for students from Classes I–X
Includes lodging and additional allowances

Oasis Scholarship Rewards – Scheme-Wise Breakdown

Below is a consolidated table of scholarship benefits offered through the Oasis portal:

Oasis Scholarship Reward Table

Sl. No.	Scheme Name	Reward Amount	Duration
1	Pre-matric (SC, Classes IX–X)	Hosteller: ₹10,000 (State) + ₹7,000 (GOI); Day Scholar: ₹3,500	Per annum
2	Pre-matric (OBC, Classes V–X)	₹4,000 (hosteller & day scholar)	Per annum
3	Shikshashree for SC (V–VIII)	₹800	Annual
4	Students from unclean occupations (I–X)	Hosteller: ₹8,000; Day Scholar: ₹3,500	Per annum
5	Post-matric (SC)	Hosteller: ₹13,500–₹12,000; Day Scholar: ₹7,000–₹2,500	Per annum
6	Post-matric (OBC)	₹20,000–₹5,000 (based on grade)	Per annum
7	Merit scholarship for SC girls (V–X)	₹100–₹150/month	Per annum
8	Merit scholarship for SC (IX–XII)	₹400/month	Per annum
9	Hostel grant for SC	₹1,000/month	Annual
10	Ashram hostel grant	₹1,000/month + ₹125 extra	Annual

How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Process

The application process for Oasis scholarships is completely online. Follow the steps below to submit a fresh application:

1. Visit the Oasis Portal

Open the official Oasis Scholarship Portal of the West Bengal government.

2. Click “Student’s Registration”

Begin a new application by choosing this option from the homepage.

3. Choose Your District

Select the district where your school/college is located.

4. Agree to the Terms

Click the “I Agree” button to proceed.

5. Enter Caste Certificate Details

Provide caste certificate number, issue date, and captcha; then click Submit.

6. Fill the Application Form

Enter personal, academic, and bank details, upload necessary documents, and submit the form.

Renewal Process for Existing Students

Students who already received an Oasis scholarship earlier must renew their application each academic year. The renewal process differs slightly from new registration.