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Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship

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Government of West Bengal, Higher Education Department

Shishya has not checked a 2026-27 date for this scheme yet — the usual window is Jul-Oct each year. Confirm the date on the official portal before applying.

West Bengal's largest merit-cum-means scheme for general + OBC categories (SC/ST get other schemes). Renewed annually subject to performance.

Amount
₹1,000-₹5,000/month + book grant
Level
Class 11–12, Undergraduate, Postgraduate
State
WB
Usual window
Usually Jul-Oct each year
Categories
GEN, OBC
Income ceiling
₹2.5 lakh / year
Minimum marks
60%

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Shishya does not collect applications. The link below goes straight to Government of West Bengal, Higher Education Department.

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Eligibility

West Bengal domicile. Non-SC/ST students. 60%+ in last board exam. Family income ceiling ₹2.5L/year.

Questions

Who is eligible for Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship?
West Bengal domicile. Non-SC/ST students. 60%+ in last board exam. Family income ceiling ₹2.5L/year. Reserved for GEN/OBC categories. Family income ceiling ₹2.5 lakh a year. Minimum 60% marks required.
How much does Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship pay?
₹1,000-₹5,000/month + book grant
How do I apply for Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship?
Apply on the awarding body's official portal: https://svmcm.wbhed.gov.in/ — Shishya does not collect applications. Shishya has not checked a 2026-27 date for this scheme yet — the usual window is Jul-Oct each year. Confirm the date on the official portal before applying.

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