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WB New SC List 2026: West Bengal is home to various Scheduled Caste communities, each possessing its own distinct cultural and social identity. The inclusion of these communities in the Scheduled Caste list aims to foster their social, economic, and educational development, thereby helping to reduce inequality and uplift marginalized sections of society.
The West Bengal government has taken a significant administrative decision after following directions from the High Court. According to the announcement shown in the official notice, the State Cabinet has approved the recognition of 60 communities in the state’s Scheduled Caste (SC) list.
The move is expected to provide clarity regarding the status of these communities and is being viewed as an important development for people belonging to the listed groups.
WB New SC List: Why Is This Decision Important?
Recognition under the Scheduled Caste category can have a major impact on access to various government benefits and welfare schemes. It may also help eligible individuals receive reservation benefits in education, government employment, and other schemes, subject to the applicable laws and eligibility conditions.
The decision follows judicial directions, indicating that the state government acted in compliance with the High Court’s order.
WB New SC List of 60 Communities Mentioned in the Notice
The image lists the following communities as recognized by the Government of West Bengal:
| Sl. No. | Community Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bagdi (Dule) |
| 2 | Bahelia |
| 3 | Baithi |
| 4 | Bantar |
| 5 | Bauri |
| 6 | Beldar |
| 7 | Bhogta |
| 8 | Bhuimali |
| 9 | Bhuiya |
| 10 | Bind |
| 11 | Chamar, Charmakar, Muchi, Muchi, Rabidas, Ruidas, Rishi |
| 12 | Chaupal |
| 13 | Dabgar |
| 14 | Damai (Nepali) |
| 15 | Dhoba (Dhobi) |
| 16 | Dosadh |
| 17 | Dom, Dhangar |
| 18 | Dusadh, Dhari, Dharhi |
| 19 | Ghasi |
| 20 | Gonrhi |
| 21 | Halalkhor |
| 22 | Hari, Mehtar, Mehetor, Bhangi, Balmiki |
| 23 | Jaliya Kaibarta |
| 24 | Jhalo Malo (Malo) |
| 25 | Kadar |
| 26 | Kami (Nepali) |
| 27 | Kandra |
| 28 | Kanjar |
| 29 | Kaora |
| 30 | Karenga (Koranga) |
| 31 | Kaur |
| 32 | Keot (Keuta) |
| 33 | Khaira |
| 34 | Khatik |
| 35 | Koch |
| 36 | Konai |
| 37 | Konwar |
| 38 | Kotal |
| 39 | Kurariar |
| 40 | Lalbegi |
| 41 | Lohar |
| 42 | Mahar |
| 43 | Mal |
| 44 | Mallah |
| 45 | Musahar |
| 46 | Namasudra |
| 47 | Nat |
| 48 | Nunia |
| 49 | Paliya |
| 50 | Pan, Sawasi |
| 51 | Pasi |
| 52 | Patni |
| 53 | Pod, Poundra |
| 54 | Rajbanshi |
| 55 | Rajwar |
| 56 | Sarki (Nepali) |
| 57 | Sunri (excluding Saha) |
| 58 | Tiyar |
| 59 | Turi |
| 60 | Chain |
Note: The spellings above are presented in English based on the Bengali names visible in the image. Official government notifications should be referred to for the exact legal spelling and classification.
Official Notification: Download
What Happens Next?
People belonging to these communities should keep an eye on future notifications issued by the West Bengal government regarding implementation, documentation, and any updates related to caste certificates or administrative procedures.
Applicants are advised to rely only on official government notifications before applying for any reservation or welfare benefits.
