State SchemeVerified for 2026
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM) Eligibility Criteria 2026
Qualifying Mark/Percent60% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsHigher Secondary, Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Eligible Caste/CategoriesAll
Gender LimitAll
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Must be domiciled in West Bengal
Special Conditions
Requires high academic performance. Annual family income should not exceed ₹2.5 lakh. Kanyashree recipients with 45% also eligible for PG.
FAQs for Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM)
Q.Who is eligible for the SVMCM scholarship?
Students from West Bengal studying in Class 11-12, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, or Doctoral levels with minimum qualifying marks and annual family income not exceeding ₹2,50,000 are eligible.
Q.How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The scholarship amount is disbursed directly to the beneficiary's bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Q.Can students studying outside West Bengal apply?
No, the scholarship is only for students domiciled and studying within West Bengal. Students studying outside the state are not eligible.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline1800-102-8014, Email: helpdesk.svmcm-wb@gov.in