The Aikyashree Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship scheme launched by the Government of West Bengal in 2013. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to meritorious students from economically weaker sections (EWS) to pursue higher education. The Aikyashree Scholarship covers tuition fees, hostel fees, examination fees, and other educational expenses.
Introduction
The primary objective of the Aikyashree Scholarship is to promote higher education among students from EWS and empower them to compete in the mainstream. The scheme also aims to reduce the dropout rate among students from EWS and help them complete their education successfully.
Types of Aikyashree Scholarship
- Pre-Matric Scholarship
- Post-Matric Scholarship
- Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Professional and Technical Courses
- Talent Support Scholarship
- Bigyani Kanya Medha Britti Scholarship
The Pre-Matric Scholarship is awarded to students from EWS studying in Classes 1 to 10. The scholarship amount is Rs. 400 per month for students studying in Classes 1 to 5 and Rs. 600 per month for students studying in Classes 6 to 10
The Post-Matric Scholarship is awarded to students from EWS studying in Class 11 and above. The scholarship amount varies depending on the course pursued by the student.
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Professional and Technical Courses
The Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Professional and Technical Courses is awarded to students from EWS pursuing professional and technical courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The scholarship amount varies depending on the course pursued by the student.
The Post-Matric Scholarship is awarded to students from EWS studying in Class 11 and above. The scholarship amount varies depending on the course pursued by the student.
Courses Covered
Undergraduate Courses
The following undergraduate courses are covered under the Aikyashree Scholarship:
- Arts
- Science
- Commerce
- Engineering
- Medical
- Agriculture
- Law
- Education
- Management
- Pharmacy
- Architecture
- Hotel Management
- Tourism
- Fashion Design
- Interior Design
- IT & Computer Science
- Mass Communication & Journalism
- Performing Arts
- Fine Arts
Postgraduate Courses
The following postgraduate courses are covered under the Aikyashree Scholarship:
- Arts
- Science
- Commerce
- Engineering
- Medical
- Agriculture
- Law
- Education
- Management
- Pharmacy
- Architecture
- Hotel Management
- Tourism
- Fashion Design
- Interior Design
- IT & Computer Science
- Mass Communication & Journalism
- Performing Arts
- Fine Arts
Professional Courses
The following professional courses are covered under the Aikyashree Scholarship:
- MBA
- MCA
- Law
- Medical
- Engineering
- Architecture
- Chartered Accountancy (CA)
- Company Secretaryship (CS)
- Cost and Management Accountancy (CMA)
- Hotel Management
- Tourism
- Fashion Design
- Interior Design
- IT & Computer Science
- Mass Communication & Journalism
- Performing Arts
- Fine Arts
Eligibility Criteria for Aikyashree Scholarships
To be eligible for the Aikyashree Scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:
- Domicile: Students must be bonafide residents of West Bengal.
- Economic status: Students must belong to the EWS category. The annual family income of the student must be less than Rs. 4 lakh.
- Merit: Students must have passed the previous examination with at least 50% marks. However, students from EWS pursuing professional and technical courses can apply for the scholarship even if they have secured less than 50% marks in the previous examination.
Additional Eligibility Criteria for Specific Types of Aikyashree Scholarships
In addition to the general eligibility criteria, there are some additional eligibility criteria for specific types of Aikyashree Scholarships. For example, the following are the additional eligibility criteria for the Bigyani Kanya Medha Britti Scholarship:
- The scholarship is awarded to meritorious girls from EWS pursuing science and technology courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- The student must have secured at least 60% marks in the previous examination.
How to Apply for the Aikyashree Scholarship
Students can apply for the Aikyashree Scholarship online through the West Bengal Higher Education Department website. The application process is as follows:
- Visit the West Bengal Higher Education Department website and register yourself.
- Create a profile and enter your personal details, educational qualifications, and family income information.
- Upload the required documents, such as income certificate, caste certificate, and domicile certificate.
- Submit your application.
Frequenlty Asked Questions
A: The UP Scholarship program is a merit-cum-means scholarship program offered by the Uttar Pradesh government to students of all castes, creeds, and religions. The program aims to make education more accessible and affordable for all students, regardless of their financial background.
A: There are a variety of UP scholarships available, including:
- Post Matric Scholarship
- Pre Matric Scholarship
- Merit Scholarship
- Girl Child Scholarship
- Divyangjan Scholarship
