A scheme of Govt. Of West Bengal.
The Yogyashree Scheme is a Government of West Bengal initiative that provides fully sponsored coaching support for competitive examinations such as JEE, WBJEE, NEET, and Government/PSU service exams. The programme is designed to support economically disadvantaged yet meritorious students, helping them pursue higher education and better career opportunities.
To enhance the educational attainment of less fortunate individuals and establish social equality. Students from these communities also have the possibility to increase their post-secondary educational and employment opportunities. Furthermore, the socioeconomic status of these communities is determined by education.
Under the programme, students receive lessons in an assortment of subjects from experts who specialize in those fields, like mathematics, aptitude, mental ability, aptitude tests, English, general knowledge, current affairs, and physical training for SC/ST candidates getting ready for entrance into government/PSU services (Groups B, C, and D). The chosen candidates were also given professional resources to help them crack the JEE/WBJEE and NEET exams.
Stipend: Only stipendiary pre-examination training is provided to SC/ST applicants for JEE, WBJEE, and NEET. The monthly amount of the stipend is Rs. 300. The beneficiary's account received this sum directly.
Assistance: Books, notes, and other resources that students need for their study are given to them.
Motivational Counselling: In order to help students determine their future objectives, motivational counselling is offered.
(i) Both training programmes require students to be permanent residents of West Bengal and to fall under the SC/ST category.
(ii) Must have valid caste certificate for both training programmes.
(iii) Annual family income should be within 3 lakh for both the training programmes.
(iv) For pre-examination training for JEE/WBJEE/NEET, SC and ST candidates must receive 60% and 50% of the possible points in Madhyamik, respectively.
(v) Applications for SC/ST applicants' pre-examination training for JEE/WBJEE/NEET are only accepted from students with a science background.
(vi) Eligibility criteria of Pre Examination Training for entry into Govt. and PSU services for Group B: Must be Graduate; Group C: HS or Equivalent and Group D: 8th Standard.
Benefits: Free training for JEE, WBJEE, NEET, and Govt. and PSU services competitive exams.
Training Centers: Multiple centres across West Bengal to facilitate the training.