🔑 যুবশ্রী প্রকল্প: পশ্চিমবঙ্গের বেকার যুবক-যুবতীদের জন্য মাসে ₹১,৫০০ ভাতা। Employment Exchange-এ নিবন্ধন করুন এবং আবেদন করুন।
What is Yuvashree Prakalpa?
Yuvashree Prakalpa is the West Bengal government's unemployment allowance scheme for educated but unemployed youth. Under this scheme, eligible registered unemployed youth receive a monthly stipend of ₹1,500 to support themselves while job-seeking. The scheme targets youth who are registered at Employment Exchanges in West Bengal.
Yuvashree is separate from the women-specific Annapurna Bhandar Yojana — it covers both male and female youth from economically weaker backgrounds. Together with Kanyashree and Annapurna Bhandar, Yuvashree forms the core of WB's social welfare ecosystem. View all schemes in our complete WB schemes guide.
Yuvashree Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Must be a resident of West Bengal
- Age: 18 to 45 years
- Must be registered at a WB Employment Exchange
- Must be unemployed (not employed in government or private sector)
- Family annual income below ₹2,00,000 (varies by category)
- Minimum educational qualification: Class 8 pass (varies by stream)
- Not availing any other government unemployment benefit
Yuvashree Prakalpa Benefit Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Monthly Stipend | ₹1,500 |
| Annual Total | ₹18,000 |
| Payment Mode | DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) |
| Duration | 2 years (extendable based on policy) |
| Target Beneficiaries | Unemployed registered WB youth |
Documents Required for Yuvashree Apply Online
- Aadhaar Card
- Employment Exchange Registration Card (mandatory)
- Educational certificates (Class 8 / 10 / 12 / Graduation as applicable)
- Income certificate (family annual income proof)
- Bank account passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
- Voter ID Card (WB address)
- Ration Card
- Passport-size photograph
- Self-declaration of unemployment
How to Register for Yuvashree Prakalpa Online 2026
- 1Employment Exchange Registration (Mandatory First Step)Before applying for Yuvashree, you must be registered at your district's Employment Exchange. Visit the WB Employment Bank portal (employmentbankwb.gov.in) or your nearest Employment Exchange office. Registration is free. You'll receive an Employment Exchange Registration Number which is required for Yuvashree application.
- 2Visit Official Yuvashree PortalGo to the official Yuvashree Prakalpa portal (part of the WB government's social welfare portal). If you're registered on Employment Bank, log in with your credentials.
- 3Fill Yuvashree Application Formআপনার ব্যক্তিগত তথ্য, শিক্ষাগত যোগ্যতা, এমপ্লয়মেন্ট এক্সচেঞ্জ রেজিস্ট্রেশন নম্বর, ব্যাংক অ্যাকাউন্ট বিবরণ এবং পরিবারের বার্ষিক আয় সঠিকভাবে পূরণ করুন।
- 4Upload DocumentsUpload clear scanned copies of all required documents. Ensure Employment Exchange Registration Card is clearly visible as this is mandatory for processing.
- 5Submit and TrackSubmit the application and note your application number. After verification by Employment Exchange authorities, approved applicants receive ₹1,500/month via DBT to their Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Yuvashree Status Check Online
- Visit the official portal with your application number or Aadhaar number
- Click "Application Status" — status shows: Submitted / Verified / Approved / Payment Released
- SMS notification is sent to registered mobile on status updates
Offline Application for Yuvashree
অনলাইনে আবেদন করতে না পারলে নিকটবর্তী Employment Exchange অফিসে গিয়ে ফর্ম সংগ্রহ করুন এবং সমস্ত কাগজপত্র সহ জমা দিন।
Common FAQs About Yuvashree Registration Rejections
Applications are commonly rejected for: not being registered at Employment Exchange, employment exchange registration being expired, family income exceeding the limit, already employed (part-time or full-time), age outside 18-45 range, or Aadhaar not linked to bank account. Ensure all these are correct before submitting.
Yuvashree + Annapurna Bhandar – Can Both Be Availed?
This may be possible, but scheme-stacking rules can change — verify officially before assuming eligibility for both. If you are an unemployed woman aged 25–60 (the Annapurna Bhandar age range), you may potentially qualify for both Yuvashree (₹1,500/month) and Annapurna Bhandar (₹3,000/month) simultaneously — subject to meeting individual scheme eligibility criteria. Apply for Annapurna Bhandar through our online guide here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to apply for Yuvashree Prakalpa online 2026? First register at your district Employment Exchange. Then visit the official Yuvashree portal, fill the application with your Employment Exchange registration number, personal details, bank account information, upload documents, and submit. Track status with your application number.
What is the monthly stipend under Yuvashree Prakalpa? Yuvashree Prakalpa provides ₹1,500 per month to eligible unemployed registered youth of West Bengal via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to their Aadhaar-linked bank accounts.
যুবশ্রী প্রকল্পে কত টাকা পাওয়া যায়? যুবশ্রী প্রকল্পে মাসে ₹১,৫০০ ভাতা পাওয়া যায়, সরাসরি আধার-লিংকড ব্যাংক অ্যাকাউন্টে DBT-এর মাধ্যমে।
Is Employment Exchange registration mandatory for Yuvashree? Yes. Employment Exchange registration is mandatory for Yuvashree Prakalpa. Without a valid Employment Exchange registration number, your application will be rejected.
Can women apply for both Yuvashree and Annapurna Bhandar? This may be possible, but scheme-stacking rules can change — verify officially before assuming eligibility for both. An unemployed woman aged 25–60 (the Annapurna Bhandar age range) may potentially qualify for both Yuvashree Prakalpa and Annapurna Bhandar Yojana simultaneously, provided she meets the eligibility criteria for both schemes separately.
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