Banglar Yuva Sathi Scheme 2026 | Eligibility, Benefits, Documents & Apply Online

Government of West Bengal — 2026

Banglar Yuva Sathi Prakalpa 2026: Complete Guide

To support educated but unemployed youth across the state, the Government of West Bengal has launched the Banglar Yuva Sathi Prakalpa 2026. This flagship welfare initiative offers a structured safety net, providing financial breathing room to job seekers while they pursue higher training, prepare for competitive exams, or attend interviews.

The scheme offers a monthly allowance of ₹1,500 credited directly into the beneficiary's bank account for a maximum duration of 5 years, amounting to a total cumulative benefit of up to ₹90,000.

📋 Scheme at a Glance

Feature	Details
Scheme Name	Banglar Yuva Sathi Prakalpa
Launched By	Government of West Bengal
Administered By	Department of Youth Services & Sports, WB
Monthly Benefit	₹1,500 via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Maximum Benefit	₹90,000 over 5 years
Duration	Up to 5 years (or until employment/joining another scheme)
Eligible Age	21 to 40 years (as on 01.04.2026)
Minimum Education	Madhyamik (Class 10) or equivalent
First Payment Date	1 April 2026
Official Portal	yubasathi.wb.gov.in
Helpline Numbers	1800-345-0117 / 033-22140152

🎯 Core Benefits: What You Get

• ₹1,500 Monthly Allowance: A consistent financial aid package to cover job application fees, travel expenses for interviews, or learning materials.

• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): Funds move securely straight to your linked bank account. This framework eliminates middlemen, reduces delays, and ensures complete transparency.

• Up to 5 Years of Support: Comprehensive assistance designed to carry you through your critical job-seeking years.

⚖️ Eligibility Criteria

Before heading over to the application portal, please verify that you satisfy all baseline requirements.

✔ Who IS Eligible

• You must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.

• Your age must fall between 21 and 40 years as of April 1, 2026.

• You must be currently unemployed and actively seeking work.

• You must have cleared at least the Madhyamik (Class 10) examination or its recognized equivalent.

• You must hold an individual, active bank account linked to your government-issued identity mapping for DBT.

Who is NOT Eligible

• Individuals currently covered under any other state or central social security scheme.

• Individuals already receiving any form of financial allowance from the State Government (Note: Regular educational scholarships and student benefits are exempt from this exclusion).

• Individuals currently employed in any capacity (temporary, contractual, or permanent).

⚠️ Important Compliance Notice: Beneficiaries must undergo an annual live-status verification check. If you secure employment or enroll in an overlapping government benefit program, you are legally mandated to inform the administering authority immediately. Failure to declare employment may lead to the termination of benefits or recovery of past payments.

📂 Documents Required For Online Upload

To ensure a smooth registration process, prepare clear digital scans of the following documents.

• Format Rules: Document PDFs must be under 300 KB. Profile photographs and signatures must be in JPG/PNG format under 50 KB.

Checklist:

• Madhyamik Admit Card (Self-Attested PDF)

• Madhyamik Marksheet / Certificate (Self-Attested PDF)

• Copy of Aadhaar Card or Voter ID Card (Self-Attested PDF)

• Bank Passbook First Page showing Account Number and IFSC (Self-Attested PDF)

• SC/ST/OBC Certificate, if applying under a reserved category (Self-Attested PDF)

• Recent Passport-Size Photograph (JPG/PNG)

• Scanned Copy of your Signature (JPG/PNG)

• An active, personal mobile number for receiving OTP verifications.

💻 Step-by-Step Application Process

The application process is entirely digitalized to maximize efficiency. Follow these steps to register your profile:

1.Visit the Official Portal:

Step 1.

Navigate to the official gateway at https://yubasathi.wb.gov.in and select the "Click to Apply" option prominently displayed on the homepage dashboard.

2.Mobile Verification:

Step 2.

Provide your functional 10-digit mobile number, resolve the on-screen secure security text (captcha), and request a validation code. An OTP will be instantly dispatched to your device via SMS.

3.Fill Out the Profile Form:

Step 3.

Enter the received OTP to access the comprehensive application form. Fill in all personal details, permanent address lines, educational achievements, and bank credentials with precision.

4.Upload Scan Copies:

Step 4.

Attach your self-attested PDFs, photograph, and signature file into their respective upload fields, keeping an eye on the file size thresholds (300 KB for documents; 50 KB for images).

5.Review & Final Submit:

Step 5.

Carefully read through your entire application on the summary page to verify that your banking information is error-free. Agree to the residency and unemployment self-declaration, then hit "Final Submit". Download and print the acknowledgment receipt for tracking.

📞 Support & Verification Channels

Once your application is submitted, you can log back into the portal at any time using your credentials to check its verification status. If you encounter any technological errors during the upload process or require direct assistance regarding eligibility parameters, reach out to the dedicated help desks:

Toll-Free Helpline: 1800-345-0117

Administrative Desk: 033-22140152

Official Gov Portal: yubasathi.wb.gov.in