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West BengalEmployment & Skills
Yuvashree Prakalpa
Managed by: Department of Labour (Directorate of Employment)
About the Scheme
Yuvashree Prakalpa provides monthly financial assistance to unemployed youth in West Bengal who are registered with Employment Exchanges.
Welfare Benefits & Assistance
- •Monthly allowance of Rs. 1,500 for unemployed youth
- •Skill development linkage and placement assistance
Eligibility Criteria
State ResidencyResident of West Bengal
Age Limits18-45 years
Family Income CapMust be from economically weaker section
Social Class / CategoryAll
Additional Prerequisites
- Must be registered with the Employment Exchange
- Must be unemployed
Documents Required for Application
Tip: Keep scanned color copies of these documents ready before starting your application.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
1
Register at the Employment Bank portal
1
Register at nearest Employment Exchange office
Who Should Apply?
- ✓Unemployed youth aged 18-45 registered with Employment Exchange
Who Should NOT Apply?
- ✗Employed individuals
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the monthly allowance?
Rs. 1,500 per month for eligible registered unemployed youth.
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Scheme Details
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AuthorityDirectorate of Employment
SubcategoryYouth Employment
Launch Date2013
Target Beneficiarystudents, general
Official Helpline1800-345-5505 (Toll-Free)