Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM)
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About the Scheme
The Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM) is a flagship initiative of the Government of West Bengal. It aims to assist meritorious students from economically backward families in West Bengal to pursue higher studies at various levels, from Class 11 to Doctoral research.
পশ্চিমবঙ্গের মেধাবী এবং অর্থনৈতিকভাবে অনগ্রসর পরিবারের ছাত্রছাত্রীদের উচ্চশিক্ষায় সহায়তার জন্য এই স্কিমটি চালু করা হয়েছে।
General Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Domicile | Must be a permanent resident of West Bengal. |
| Family Income | Not more than ₹2,50,000/- per annum. (Not applicable for K3). |
| Institution Location | Must be studying in a recognized institution within West Bengal. |
| Course Type | Must be enrolled in a Regular/Full-time course. |
Scholarship Rates & Academic Criteria
| Level of Study | Min. Marks Required | Amount (Per Month) |
|---|---|---|
| Higher Secondary (Class 11 & 12) | 60% in Madhyamik | ₹1,000/- |
| UG (Arts / Commerce) | 60% in H.S. Exam | ₹1,000/- |
| UG (Science / Professional) | 60% in H.S. Exam | ₹1,500/- |
| PG (Arts / Commerce) | 53% in Honours (45% for K3) | ₹2,000/- |
| PG (Science) | 53% in Honours (45% for K3) | ₹2,500/- |
| UG (Medical Degree) | 60% in H.S. Exam | ₹5,000/- |
| UG (Engineering) | 60% in H.S. Exam | ₹5,000/- |
| Polytechnic (Diploma) | 60% in Madhyamik | ₹1,500/- |
| Non-NET M.Phil / Ph.D | Enrolled after 01.04.2017 | ₹5,000 / ₹8,000 |
Application Steps
Step 1: Registration
Visit the official portal and select the appropriate Directorate based on your course (DSE, DPI, DTE, DME, etc.). Fill in the registration form to generate an Applicant ID.
Step 2: Login & Profile Update
Login using the Applicant ID and Password. Complete the basic details, upload your photograph and signature.
Step 3: Document Upload & Submission
Upload all scanned supporting documents in PDF format (Max 400KB). Finalize and submit the application.
Documents Required (Fresh)
- Marksheet of Madhyamik/Equivalent (Both sides).
- Marksheet of the last qualifying examination (Both sides).
- Admission Receipt of the current course.
- Income Certificate of family (except for K3).
- Domicile Certificate (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Ration Card).
- First page of Bank Passbook (with A/C No. & IFSC).
- Institution Head's declaration for any Year Gap.
Renewal Guidelines
Renewal applications must be submitted online within one month of promotion to the next class.
| Level | Academic Requirement |
|---|---|
| HS to UG Level | Minimum 60% marks in previous exam/semesters. |
| PG Level | Minimum 50% marks in previous semesters. |
Note: Both semester marksheets are required for semester-based systems.