OASIS Scholarship 2020-21: Scholarship List, Application Process, Eligibility, Dates

Started by the government of West Bengal, the OASIS scholarship scheme is a special program initiated for the students that belong to the minority communities (SC/ ST/OBC) of the state.

This program is supervised by the Government of West Bengal and is run by The Backward Classes Welfare Department.

Students pursuing education at any level from class ninth to post graduation are eligible for applying for this scholarship. There is a variety of pre and post matric scholarship that are being offered by the government of West Bengal under the OASIS scholarship portal.

In this article, you will find all the necessary information such as the OASIS scholarship 2020 eligibility criteria along with the application procedure, scholarship rewards, method for renewal, etc.

The main aim of the OASIS scholarship website portal is to provide the students an easy application process for all the scholarships offered by the West Bengal government.

Details of OASIS Scholarship Scheme

OASIS Scholarship Eligibility

After reading this section you will find out whether or not you are eligible for the OASIS scholarship.

The most important criteria that needs to be fulfilled by the candidate is that the candidate should be a resident of the state of West Bengal and should possess a domicile of the same.

The criteria for different OASIS scholarships being offered by the Backward Classes Welfare Department of West Bengal is different. Therefore, you can have a look at the table given below in order to find out what criteria are required to be fulfilled by you based on the scholarship you wish to apply for.

1) OASIS Pre-matric scholarship for SC category

• The interested candidates should be in standard 9th or 10th.
• The annual family income of the candidate must not exceed INR 2 lakh per annum.

2) OASIS Pre-matric scholarship for ST category

• Interested candidates must be in standard 9th and 10th.
• The annual family income of the candidate must not exceed INR 200000 per annum.

3) OASIS Post-matric scholarship for SC/ ST category

• If the candidate is currently pursuing post secondary education or post matriculation from any institution in the state of West Bengal he/she is eligible for the scholarship.
• The total annual income of the interested candidate must not exceed INR 250000.

4) OASIS Post-matric scholarship for OBC category

• If the candidate is currently pursuing post secondary education or post matriculation from any institution in the state of West Bengal he/she is eligible for the scholarship.
• The family income of interested candidates should not exceed INR 1,00,000.

Important Documents for OASIS Scholarship Application

Here is a list of documents that candidates might require during the application for any of the OASIS scholarships.

• Domicile certificate of the state of West Bengal.
• A copy of the caste certificate.
• A photocopy of the 10th mark list or a mark list or a certificate of the last qualifying examination.
• Acknowledgement slip.
• Identity proof.
• A coloured stamp size photograph.

OASIS Scholarship Rewards

OASIS scholarship sanctions its rewards according to the classes in which the candidates are studying.

Students are selected not only on the basis of their intelligence but also their financial situation.

Below is a detailed list of the rewards that are provided to the scholars through OASIS scholarship.

Application Process for OASIS Scholarship

Following are some easy steps for the application of OASIS scholarship.

Step 1: Registration

• In order to register yourself with the OASIS scholarship programme, visit the official web portal of OASIS @ www.oasis.gov.in.
• Now tap on the “student registration” option that you will find in the students corner.
• Select the district in which your institution is situated.
• Now you will be required to fill all the details for the verification of your caste certificate.
• After filling the details you can click on submit.
• If you fill the form correctly you will be automatically taken to the registration page.
• Fill the spaces and then click on the submit option. You will be registered successfully.

Step 2: Login and application

• Once successfully registered you will be permitted to download your application number and password via acknowledgement slip.
• Using the given application number and password login to the portal.
• Fill out the application form without any mistakes.
• Top on the “save and proceed” option.

Step 3: Verification and locking the application form

Once you fill the application form correctly you can click on the “verify and lock” option. Once your information has been logged you will not be allowed to make any modifications to your application form.

Step 4: Print out

Now you can click on the download application form option and get a printout of the same.

Step 5: Submission

Now you will have to submit the application forms print out along with all the documents that have been mentioned above to the BDO office or to PO cum DWO/ DWO (If belongs to Municipality & corporation area).

Important Dates for OASIS Scholarship

OASIS Scholarship Renewal

Applicants who were chosen for the OASIS scholarship last year are requested to renew it this year. The steps of the scholarship renewal process are slightly different and so they have been mentioned below.

• The first step is logging in to the OASIS web portal at www.oasis.gov.in.
• When you see the “renew scholarship” option, click on it.
• Use your registered ID and password for logging in.
• In case you had wished to modify any of the already entered details, now you can. Tap on the “verify” option.
• Next, you will have to click on the “renew application” button.
• The next step is to enter your present academic qualifications.
• Once entered, you can tap on the “renew and lock” application option. You cannot make any changes once the application is locked.
• Take the printout of your application form and submit it along with all of your other necessary documents that have been mentioned above under the “Important Documents Required for Application of OASIS 2020” heading to BDO Office or to PO cum DWO/ DWO.

OASIS Scholarship Status

Regardless of which scholarship under OASIS is that they have applied for, candidates can check their OASIS scholarship status on the official website of OASIS.

You can use the following steps:

• Visit www.oasis.gov.in .
• Now tap on the “track application” option that you can see on the home page.
• Choose the district in which your institution is located.
• Next you will be asked to enter the details of your district application number and session.
• Once you enter all these details you will be able to see the application status for the scholarship.

Application fees for OASIS Scholarships

No money is charged from the students who wish to apply for this scholarship. It is free of cost.

Contact Information

If you have any queries regarding the OASIS scholarships, you can contact the concerned authority on the phone numbers provided below.
         +91 8420023311
         +91 8420023322

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Last year, I applied for the OASIS scholarship but did not receive any scholarship. What went wrong?

Ans. Applicants of OASIS scholarships are required to link their Aadhar card number with their bank account otherwise no scholarship can be provided.

Q2. When does the application for OASIS scholarship 2020 begin?

Ans. You will be able to apply for OASIS scholarships in June 2020. For more info, check out the heading “Application Process for OASIS scholarship 2020”

Q3. Are general category students also eligible for OASIS scholarship?

Ans. No, general category students are not eligible for OASIS scholarship. You can only apply if you belong to SC/ ST/ OBC categories.

Q4. Where do I submit the application form after I am done filling it online?

Ans. Submit your application form to BDO Office or PO cum DWO depending on your area.

Q5. When does the application process for OASIS scholarships 2020 end?

Ans. The date has not been decided yet. However, candidates should most likely fill out the application forms before December 2020.