SC / ST & Minority Cell

Equity, Inclusion & Welfare for Reserved Category Students

SC / ST & Minority Cell

The SC / ST & Minority Cell at Mahadevananda Mahavidyalaya was established to ensure that students from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes and Minority communities receive equal educational opportunities, support and representation. The cell operates in compliance with UGC guidelines and the directives of the Government of West Bengal.

Our Commitment

We believe that social diversity enriches academic life. The cell works to remove barriers and create an environment where every student — regardless of background — can succeed.

Objectives of the Cell

Academic Support

Assist SC/ST/OBC/Minority students in accessing remedial coaching, study materials, library resources and academic guidance to improve performance.

Scholarship Facilitation

Guide students through the process of applying for Post-Matric SC/ST/OBC and Minority scholarships through the OASIS and WBMDFC portals with institutional verification and forwarding.

Grievance Redressal

Provide a mechanism for students to report caste or community-based discrimination, harassment or unfair treatment and ensure these grievances are addressed promptly and fairly.

Awareness Programmes

Organise seminars, workshops and awareness campaigns on constitutional rights, social justice, anti-discrimination laws and career opportunities for students from reserved categories.

Career Guidance

Inform students about reserved category seats in government jobs, banking, PSUs and higher education. Assist with application processes for government competitive examinations.

Institutional Linkages

Maintain coordination with district welfare offices, OASIS, Anagrassar Kalyan Dept. (WB), WBMDFC and national bodies like the National Commission for SC/ST to keep students updated.

Community-Wise Schemes at a Glance

Category Key Benefits Available Nodal Department Portal
Scheduled Caste (SC) Post-Matric Scholarship, Fee waiver, OASIS stipend, reservation in admissions Backward Classes Welfare Dept., Govt. of W.B. OASIS ↗
Scheduled Tribe (ST) Post-Matric Scholarship (via NSP OTR), Tribal development fund, OASIS stipend Tribal Development Dept., Govt. of W.B. NSP + OASIS ↗
OBC Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC-A & OBC-B), SVMCM (if eligible) Backward Classes Welfare Dept., Govt. of W.B. OASIS ↗
Minority Communities Aikyashree Scholarship, WBMDFC Pre/Post-Matric Scholarship, SVMCM for Minority Minority Affairs Dept. / WBMDFC WBMDFC ↗
Contact the Cell

Students who face any discrimination or require assistance with welfare schemes may approach the SC/ST & Minority Cell convener through the College Office during working hours. All discussions are kept confidential. You may also write to mahadevanandamahavidyalaya@gmail.com with the subject line SC/ST Cell Enquiry.