Aikyashree Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Minorities (West Bengal) Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
31 October 2026
Typically opens in August and closes by end of October. Check wbmdfcscholarship.in for updates.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
FAQs for Aikyashree Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Minorities (West Bengal)
Q.Who is eligible for the Aikyashree Merit-cum-Means (MCM) scholarship?
Minority students who are residents of West Bengal, pursuing professional or technical undergraduate/postgraduate studies, with at least 50% marks in the last exam and a family income below ₹2.5 Lakh.
Q.Which courses are covered under Merit-cum-Means?
Professional and technical courses like B.Tech, MBBS, MBA, LLB, B.Pharm, B.Sc. Nursing, CA, CS, MCA, etc., in government-recognized institutions are covered.
Q.What is the scholarship amount for Merit-cum-Means?
Day scholars receive ₹22,000 per year, and hostellers receive ₹33,000 per year, paid directly to their bank account.