Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM)
স্বামী বিবেকানন্দ মেরিট-কাম-মিঙ্ক স্কলারশিপ
Quick Summary & Overview
The Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship provides financial assistance to meritorious students belonging to economically weaker families in West Bengal to help them continue higher education.
Current Application Status (Session 2025–26)
ActiveNote: The official portal currently does not list a closing date.
Scheme Benefits
- Higher Secondary (Class XI-XII): ₹1,000 / month (₹12,000 / year)
- Undergraduate (Arts / Science / Commerce): ₹1,000 to ₹1,500 / month (₹12,000 to ₹18,000 / year)
- Postgraduate (MA / M.Sc / M.Com): ₹2,000 to ₹2,500 / month (₹24,000 to ₹30,000 / year)
- UG/PG Professional (Engineering / Medical / Polytechnic): ₹1,500 to ₹5,000 / month (up to ₹60,000 / year)
- Ph.D. / M.Phil Scholars: ₹5,000 to ₹8,000 / month (up to ₹96,000 / year)
Eligibility Requirements
Additional Eligibility Conditions:
- Must be pursuing higher education in recognized institutions in West Bengal.
- Academic mark requirements must be satisfied with no year gap.
Academic Eligibility Breakdown:
Required Documents Checklist
How to Apply
Step 1 — Registration
Applicant completes online registration. After successful registration, a 15-character Applicant ID is generated. The Applicant ID is required for login and future correspondence. Renewal applicants DO NOT need to register again; they can use their previous Applicant ID and Password.
Visit PortalStep 2 — Online Application
Login using Applicant ID, Password, and Captcha to complete the remaining application details.
Visit PortalStep 3 — Upload Documents
Upload the required supporting documents through the official portal following the required file format and size.
Visit PortalStep 4 — Final Submission
Review the application carefully and click "Submit Application" to complete the application process.
Visit PortalStep 5 — Corrections
After final submission, applicants generally cannot directly edit their application. If modification is required after submission, contact the concerned Head of Institution or SVMCM helpdesk according to official procedure.
Visit PortalRenewal Application Rules
Only applicants whose scholarship was sanctioned in the previous year are eligible to apply for renewal.
Documents Required for Renewal:
- Marksheet of the last examination in the present course
- Admission receipt for promotion to the next higher class
Renewal is subject to the applicable academic-performance requirements.
Payment & Direct Benefit Transfer
Scholarship funds are transferred to eligible beneficiaries' bank accounts after the application and documents satisfy the applicable verification and sanction requirements.
Application Status Check
Log in with your Applicant ID and Password on the official SVMCM portal (svmcm.wb.gov.in) to view progress.
Track Application StatusOfficial Sources & References
Helpdesk & Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions
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