Documents for Yuva Shakti Application

The West Bengal government's Yuva Shakti Bharosa Card Scheme requires a specific set of documents to verify your identity, age, address, employment status, and bank details. All documents must be valid, legible, and consistent with each other — especially your name and date of birth, which must be identical across all documents.

Below is the complete, detailed list with guidelines for each document. Read every point before you scan and upload.

Most Common Rejection Cause Name spelling mismatch between Aadhaar, Voter ID, and bank passbook. Before applying, verify your name is spelled exactly the same on all documents. Even a middle name difference will fail verification.

Complete Document Checklist

1

Aadhaar Card (Front & Back)

Primary identity and address proof issued by UIDAI

Mandatory Critical
  • Upload both front and back side as a single PDF or two separate images
  • Your Aadhaar-registered mobile number must be active — OTP verification is required during application
  • Name and date of birth on Aadhaar must exactly match all other documents
  • If your Aadhaar shows an old address, it is still valid — address from Voter ID is used for domicile proof
  • eAadhaar (downloaded from uidai.gov.in) is fully accepted
If your Aadhaar mobile number is inactive or changed, update it at the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra before applying.
2

Voter ID Card (EPIC Card)

West Bengal domicile proof — must show WB address

Mandatory Critical
  • Must be a West Bengal Voter ID — voter IDs from other states are not accepted
  • Your EPIC number (alphanumeric code on the card) will be entered in the application form
  • Upload both front and back as PDF
  • Name on voter ID must match Aadhaar exactly — small differences (e.g., missing middle name) cause rejection
  • If you recently moved within WB, ensure your voter ID shows your current district's address
If your voter ID is old or damaged, get a new EPIC card via Form 8 from your local Electoral Registration Office before applying.
3

Employment Exchange Registration Card

WB Employment Bank registration — proves unemployment status

Mandatory Most Critical
  • This is the most critical document — without this, your application will be directly rejected
  • You must be registered in the West Bengal Employment Bank (Employment Exchange)
  • Your Employment ID card must be uploaded during application
  • If not yet registered, visit your nearest Employment Exchange office with Aadhaar and educational certificates immediately
  • Registration at the Employment Exchange is free — do not pay anyone for this
  • Renewal of old registration may be required if your card has expired — check validity
Do NOT confuse Employment Exchange with EPFO or PF-related documents. The Employment Exchange card is a state government registration that proves you are actively seeking employment.
4

Bank Passbook — First Page

Individual savings account DBT-linked with NPCI/Aadhaar

Mandatory Critical
  • Upload a clear scan of the first page of your bank passbook showing: your name, account number, IFSC code, bank name and branch
  • The account must be an individual savings account — joint accounts are not accepted
  • The account must be DBT-linked (Aadhaar seeded in NPCI) — verify this at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in before applying
  • Account must not be dormant — do a recent transaction to keep it active
  • Name on passbook must exactly match your Aadhaar and Voter ID
  • Any nationalised or scheduled bank operating in West Bengal is accepted
Joint accounts or accounts in a parent's or spouse's name are rejected. The account MUST be in the applicant's own name only.
Complete DBT linking at your bank branch before applying. Wait 7 days after linking, then verify at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. Only then apply.
5

Educational Certificate / Marksheet

Highest qualification — Class 8, 10, 12, graduation or above

Mandatory
  • Upload the marksheet/certificate of your highest educational qualification
  • Accepted: Class 8 pass certificate, Madhyamik (Class 10), Uchcha Madhyamik (Class 12), Graduation, Post-Graduation
  • If you are a Madhyamik pass, upload your Madhyamik admit card or marksheet — roll number and registration number must be visible
  • Educational qualification does not determine eligibility — even Class 8 pass can apply
  • Upload as PDF, file should be clear and readable
If you do not have the original certificate, an attested photocopy from the school or an official duplicate certificate is also accepted.
6

Caste Certificate (SC / ST / OBC)

Required only for reserved category applicants

SC/ST/OBC Only
  • Required only if you belong to SC, ST, or OBC category
  • General category (Unreserved) applicants do not need this document
  • Must be a digitally issued caste certificate from the West Bengal government
  • Certificate must be issued by the BDO or SDO office
  • Ensure the certificate is current and not expired — some caste certificates have a validity period
7

Passport-size Photo & Signature

Recent colour photo + signature on white paper

Mandatory
  • Photo: Recent colour photo, white or light background, face clearly visible, no glasses, no cap
  • Photo format: JPG or PNG only, maximum size 50KB
  • Signature: Sign on plain white paper with black or blue ink pen, scan or photograph it clearly
  • Signature format: JPG or PNG only, maximum size 20KB
  • Both photo and signature must be uploaded separately — they are different uploads
  • Do not use blurry phone camera photos — scan or use good light for clarity
Do not submit photocopied or printed photos. Use an original recent photograph. Dark or unclear photos lead to document rejection.

Document Upload Rules

When applying online at yubasathi.wb.gov.in, each document must be uploaded in the correct format and within the file size limit. Documents not meeting these specs will be rejected by the system itself before verification even begins.

Document Accepted Format Max Size Note
Passport-size Photo JPGPNG 50 KB Recent, white background
Signature JPGPNG 20 KB On white paper, black/blue ink
Aadhaar Card PDF 200 KB Front + back in single PDF
Voter ID (EPIC) PDF 200 KB Front + back in single PDF
Employment Exchange Card PDF 200 KB Full card scan, ID visible
Bank Passbook First Page PDF 200 KB Name, A/C no, IFSC must be visible
Educational Certificate PDF 200 KB Highest qualification
Caste Certificate (if applicable) PDF 200 KB SC/ST/OBC only
How to Compress PDF Files If your document PDF is larger than 200KB, compress it free at ilovepdf.com or smallpdf.com. For images, use compressjpeg.com to reduce file size without losing quality. Never compress to the point where text becomes unreadable.

Important Notes Before Uploading

  • Scan documents in good light — avoid shadows, dark areas, and blurry captures
  • All text on documents — name, address, ID numbers — must be clearly readable after upload
  • Name on every document must be identical — no nicknames, no short forms
  • For offline apply: carry 2 sets of self-attested photocopies along with all original documents to the BDO office
  • Keep digital copies (on phone or Google Drive) of all documents in case you need to reapply
  • Do not submit expired documents — check validity of caste certificate and employment card before uploading

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, absolutely mandatory. The Employment Exchange Registration Card is the core proof that you are registered as an unemployed youth seeking employment in West Bengal. Without it, the application system will directly reject your entry. If you are not registered, visit your nearest Employment Exchange office (District Employment Exchange) with your Aadhaar, Voter ID, and educational certificates to register immediately. Registration is free.

No. Name must match exactly across all documents. If there is a difference — for example, Aadhaar says "Rakesh Kumar Das" but Voter ID says "Rakesh Das" — you must correct one of them before applying. For Aadhaar correction, visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra. For Voter ID correction, file Form 8 at your local Electoral Registration Office. Only apply after both show identical names.

No. The bank passbook is checked for account number, IFSC code, and name — not address. The address verification is done through your Voter ID. As long as your name on the passbook matches your Aadhaar, it will be accepted. However, ensure the account is active and DBT-linked.

The primary document confirming unemployment status is the Employment Exchange Registration Card. An income certificate from BDO may be additionally required by some districts during offline apply to confirm family income is below the eligibility limit. When the portal opens officially, the exact list of required uploads will be confirmed on yubasathi.wb.gov.in. Keep an income certificate ready from your BDO office as a precaution.

Jan Dhan accounts are typically individual accounts and can accept DBT payments. If your Jan Dhan account is Aadhaar-linked (DBT linked) in NPCI and is in your own name, it should be accepted. However, verify at your bank that the account can receive government DBT transfers without any restrictions. Some Jan Dhan accounts have credit limits — confirm with your bank branch.

For lost documents: Aadhaar can be re-downloaded from uidai.gov.in (eAadhaar). Voter ID can be re-downloaded from voters.eci.gov.in as a digital copy. For educational certificates, contact your school/board for a duplicate marksheet. For Employment Exchange Card, visit the exchange office for a reprint. Bank passbook can be re-issued at your bank branch. Always keep digital copies saved to avoid this situation.

Documents Ready? Now Complete DBT Linking

Before applying, ensure your bank is Aadhaar-seeded in NPCI. This step is mandatory and takes 7 days to activate.

DBT Link Guide How to Apply