If you are a Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) girl student studying Higher Secondary or undergraduate courses in the Siliguri Sub-Division of Darjeeling district, the Backward Classes Welfare & Tribal Development Department, Govt. of West Bengal, has opened applications for free seats in three government girls' hostels. The notice, issued by the Office of the Project Officer-cum-DWO, Siliguri, sets the last date of submission as 31 July 2026, up to 4 P.M. Here's everything you need to know in simple terms — which hostels are open, where to get the form, and how to apply.
Which Hostels Have Vacancies?
This notice covers admission to three girls' hostels for SC and ST students:
- Central Hostel for ST Girls — Champasari, P.O. Champasari, Siliguri, Dist. Darjeeling
- B.J.R.C.Y. Hostel for SC Girls — Jyoti Nagar, P.O. Phansidewa, Dist. Darjeeling
- B.J.R.C.Y. Hostel for SC Girls — Naxalbari, P.O. Naxalbari, Dist. Darjeeling
These hostels are run by the Backward Classes Welfare Department and Tribal Development Department, and are meant for SC/ST girl students pursuing different Higher Secondary or undergraduate courses within the Siliguri Sub-Division.
Where Can You Get the Application Form?
You don't need to look far — the application form is available at multiple locations:
- Office of the P.O.-cum-D.W.O., BCW & TD, Shibmandir, P.O. Kadamtala, Pin 734011
- Office of the SDO, Siliguri, Vivekananda Bhavan, Siliguri
- All BDO Offices under Siliguri Sub-Division
- The concerned Girls' Hostel itself
You can also download the form online from the district website: darjeeling.gov.in
How and Where to Submit Your Application
- Fill out the application form completely.
- Attach all necessary supporting documents (caste certificate, mark sheets/admission proof, identity proof, etc., as specified in the form).
- Submit the completed form at the concerned Girls' Hostel you are applying to — not at the BCW office.
- Make sure you submit it on or before 31 July 2026, by 4:00 P.M. Late applications may not be considered.
Quick Summary Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Eligible candidates | SC & ST girl students (HS/UG courses) |
| Hostels | Central Hostel (ST) Champasari, BJRCY (SC) Phansidewa, BJRCY (SC) Naxalbari |
| Form available at | DWO Office, SDO Office, BDO Offices, hostels, darjeeling.gov.in |
| Submission place | Concerned Girls' Hostel |
| Last date | 31 July 2026 (up to 4 P.M.) |
| Issued by | Project Officer-cum-DWO, BCW & TD, Siliguri |
Download Official PDF Notification
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Who is eligible to apply for these hostel seats? Girl students belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category, who are currently studying a Higher Secondary or undergraduate course within the Siliguri Sub-Division, are eligible to apply.
Q2: What is the last date to submit the hostel admission form? The last date for submitting the application form is 31 July 2026, up to 4:00 P.M. Applications submitted after this deadline may not be accepted.
Q3: Where should the filled-in application form be submitted? The completed application form, along with all necessary documents, must be submitted at the concerned Girls' Hostel for which you are applying — not at the district welfare office.
Source: Office of the Project Officer-cum-DWO, Backward Classes Welfare & Tribal Development, Siliguri, Dist. Darjeeling (Memo No. 985/BCW, dated 17.06.2026).
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