Banglar Yuva Sathi Scheme: Last Date to Apply is Today, February 26, 2026

Today, February 26, 2026, is the last date to apply for the Banglar Yuva Sathi Scheme, a flagship youth welfare initiative launched by the Government of West Bengal during the 2026–27 Budget session. 

The scheme was formally inaugurated on February 5, 2026, by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to support unemployed youth across the state through financial assistance and employment-linked support.

Scheme Overview

The Banglar Yuva Sathi Scheme aims to empower young job-seekers by providing a monthly allowance of ₹1,500. The benefit is available to eligible youth between 21 and 40 years of age. Applications opened on February 15, 2026, and must be submitted online before the closing date of February 26, 2026.

Under this initiative, beneficiaries can receive financial support for up to five years or until they secure employment, whichever is earlier. Over the full tenure, an eligible applicant can receive up to ₹90,000 in total assistance.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must be residents of West Bengal and should have completed Class 10 or Madhyamik from WBBSE, CBSE, or ICSE boards. The applicant’s age must be between 21 and 40 years as of April 1, 2026. Importantly, those already availing scholarships from state or central government schemes are still eligible.

However, individuals employed in full-time or part-time jobs, those who have not completed Class 10, applicants from other states, and beneficiaries of schemes such as Yuvashree or Yuva Utsaha Prakalpa are not eligible.

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Conclusion

With today marking the final deadline, eligible youth are advised to complete their online applications without delay. The Banglar Yuva Sathi Scheme presents a significant opportunity for financial support and stability while young individuals search for employment, reinforcing the state government’s focus on youth empowerment and economic inclusion.

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