Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship

With a view to assisting the meritorious students belonging to economically backward families in the State of West Bengal to pursue higher studies, the Government of West Bengal introduces this scheme of giving scholarships at different levels of higher studies, at educational institutions based in West Bengal. The Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship Scheme has been thoroughly revamped in the year 2016 to cover more number of students as well as to enhance the scholarship amounts significantly..

Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship 2025 Eligibility Criteria, Application and detailed overview

Scholarship amount upto INR 12,000 to INR 60,000 per year
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Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship Scheme (SVMCM)

The Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship Scheme is an initiative by the Government of West Bengal to support meritorious students from economically backward families in pursuing higher education. The scheme underwent significant revamping in 2016 to expand its reach and enhance scholarship amounts.

Scope of the Scheme

The scheme benefits students pursuing regular courses in:

Class XI and XII
Undergraduate (UG) programs in Science, Arts, Commerce, Engineering, Medical, Technical, and Professional fields
Postgraduate (PG) programs in Science, Arts, Commerce, and Technical/Management fields
M.Phil and Doctoral (Ph.D.) programs under NON-NET Junior Research Fellowship and NET-Lectureship categories

Special Provision for Kanyashree (K3) Applicants: Girls pursuing PG courses in Science, Arts, and Commerce streams with at least 45% aggregate marks in UG degree from institutions in West Bengal are eligible under the Kanyashree (K3) category.

Eligibility Criteria

General Criteria:

Academic Year of Passing: Candidates must have passed in 2024, 2023, 2022, or 2021. Candidates unable to gain admission in 2021 or 2022 due to unavoidable circumstances may apply in the year of advertisement.
Minimum Marks:
- Class XI, XII, and UG level: At least 60% marks in the last qualifying examination.
- PG level: At least 53% marks (45% for Kanyashree applicants). For Engineering/Technical fields, the minimum is 55%.
- M.Phil/Ph.D.: Enrollment must not predate 01.04.2017.
Income Ceiling: Family income must not exceed Rs. 2,50,000 per annum.
Bank Details: Applicants must furnish their bank account details (Account Number, Bank Name, and IFSC Code) for direct beneficiary transfer.

Additional Academic Criteria:

For HS level: At least 60% aggregate marks in Madhyamik Pariksha. Marks from additional subjects are excluded.
For Diploma courses: At least 60% marks in Secondary or HS exams for first-year admissions or ITI (2 years) for lateral entry. The courses must be approved by AICTE, PCI, or CoA and affiliated to WBSCT&VE&SD.
For UG level: Minimum 60% marks in the HS exam conducted by WBCHSE or Madrasa Education.
For PG level: At least 53% aggregate marks in graduation for general education (55% for technical courses). Kanyashree applicants require a minimum of 45% marks.

Scholarship Allocation and Rates

Directorate	Course	Eligibility Criteria	Scholarship Rate (Per Month)
DPI	UG (Arts/Commerce)	60% marks in the last exam	Rs. 1,000/-
DPI	UG (Science)	60% marks in the last exam	Rs. 1,500/-
DPI	PG (Arts/Commerce)	53% for SVMCM, 45% for Kanyashree	Rs. 2,000/-
DPI	PG (Science)	53% for SVMCM, 45% for Kanyashree	Rs. 2,500/-
DPI	Non-NET M.Phil/Ph.D.	Enrollment after 01.04.2017	Rs. 5,000/- or Rs. 8,000/-
DTE	UG/PG (Engineering/Professional)	60% UG/55% PG	Rs. 5,000/-
DME	UG (Medical)	60% marks in the last exam	Rs. 5,000/-

Application and Sanction Procedures

Applications must be submitted online through the designated scholarship portal.
Eligibility is determined based on academic merit and income criteria.
Scholarship amounts will be directly transferred to the applicant’s bank account.
Candidates cannot avail of any other government scholarship or stipend for the same course.

Renewal Process

Renewal applications must be submitted online within one month of admission to the next higher class.
Academic performance requirements:
- HS to UG level: Minimum 60% marks in promotional exams.
- PG level: Minimum 50% marks in promotional exams.

Specific Renewal Guidelines:

General Degree/PG Students:
- 1st Renewal: Submit SEM 1 & 2 marksheets.
- 2nd Renewal: Submit SEM 3 & 4 marksheets.
MBBS Students:
- 1st Renewal: Submit 1st MBBS marksheet.
- 2nd Renewal: Submit 2nd Prof MBBS marksheet.
- 3rd Renewal: Submit 3rd Prof Part 1 MBBS marksheet.

Important Notes

Any falsification in income documents will lead to severe disciplinary action.
Failed transactions must be corrected by 30th June of the following financial year.

This comprehensive scholarship aims to empower deserving students and foster academic excellence while alleviating financial burdens for economically weaker families.

Important Links

More details and online apply	https://svmcm.wb.gov.in/page/application_procedure.php
Official Website	https://svmcm.wb.gov.in/