Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM)
West Bengal Government · West Bengal
| Scheme Name | Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM) |
| Provided By | West Bengal Government |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM) is West Bengal's premier merit-based scholarship for students from HS to PG level with strong academic performance and family income up to ₹2.5 lakh.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹72k+
Scholarship amounts range from INR 12,000 per annum (INR 1,000/month) for UG Arts/Commerce to INR 60,000 per annum (INR 5,000/month) for UG Engineering/Medical/Professional; PG Arts/Commerce receives INR 24,000, PG Science INR 30,000, and PG Engineering/Medical INR 60,000 annually. Payments are made via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account, usually in monthly installments.
Merit-based financial assistance for meritorious students with limited means.
Note: Requires high academic performance. Annual family income should not exceed ₹2.5 lakh. Kanyashree recipients with 45% also eligible for PG.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Higher Secondary, Undergraduate, Postgraduate |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Minimum Marks | 60% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | All |
| Domicile State | West Bengal |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar card
- ✓Domicile certificate
- ✓Income certificate
- ✓Academic certificates
- ✓Fee receipt
- ✓Bank passbook
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on merit (minimum 60% marks in the previous qualifying exam) and means (annual family income not exceeding INR 2.5 lakh)
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Selection is merit-cum-means:students with higher marks in recognized West Bengal institutions are prioritized within the income bracket, and those availing other central/state scholarships are ineligible.
Renewal Policy
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To renew annually, students must maintain minimum 60% marks in undergraduate courses or 50% marks in postgraduate courses in consecutive semesters
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Fresh applications are required each year through the portal, and students must submit updated income certificates and institute verification forms
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Failure to meet the mark threshold or providing false information leads to cancellation.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Official Portal
Go to https://svmcm.wbhed.gov.in.
- 2Register
Click on "Register Here" and create an account using your valid email ID and mobile number.
- 3Select Category
Choose your appropriate category (HS, UG, PG, Diploma, Condv) and click "Apply for Fresh Application 2025–26".
- 4Fill Details
Enter academic, personal, and bank details carefully. Ensure your bank account is Aadhaar-seeded.
- 5Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies (PDF, max 400 KB) of: - Passport-size photo - Income Certificate (issued by Gazetted Officer/BDO/SDO) - Caste Certificate (if applicable) - Madhyamik/HS Mark Sheets - College Admission Receipt - Bank Passbook (first page) - Institute Verification Form (signed by school/college)
- 6Submit
Review all entries, submit the form, and save/print the acknowledgment slip.
- 7Track Status
Use your Applicant ID to check application status on the portal.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Can I apply for SVMCM if I already have another government scholarship?
No. Students availing any other central or state government scholarship for the same course are not eligible. You can only receive one scholarship per academic year.
What is the income limit for the SVMCM scholarship?
Your annual family income must not exceed INR 2.5 lakh (Rs. 2,50,000). The income certificate must be issued by a Gazetted Officer, BDO, SDO, or local government authority.
How and when will I receive the scholarship money?
The scholarship is paid via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly to your Aadhaar-seeded bank account, typically in monthly installments. Fresh applications for 2025-26 opened on November 28, 2025, with the last date for submission being February 28, 2026.
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