Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship Scheme for Minorities, West Bengal 2024-25
Scholarship ID SVMCMSSMWB followers
- Amount
- up to ₹60,000 per year
- Deadline
- 30 Apr 2025
- Who can apply
- Students of Class 11 to the postgraduate level
About the Program
About the Program The Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship Scheme for Minorities, West Bengal 2024-25 is an initiative by the West Bengal Minorities Development & Finance Corporation under the Minority Affairs and Madrasah Education Department, Government of West Bengal. This program is designed to financially assist minority students from Class 11 to postgraduate level who are studying in West Bengal. The scholarship provides up to ₹60,000 per year to selected candidates.
Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be an Indian national
- Be a resident (domicile) of West Bengal
- Be enrolled in Class 11 or higher at an institution in West Bengal
- Belong to one of the minority communities in West Bengal (Buddhist, Christian, Jain, Muslim, Parsee, or Sikh)
For Undergraduate Level Scholarship Candidates must have:
- Secured at least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam from the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education, West Bengal Council for Higher Secondary Education, or Madrasa Education (for Higher Secondary level)
- OR, have secured 60% marks in diploma courses from AICTE-approved institutes affiliated to WBSCT&VE&SD (in the 2nd year of Engineering/Technology/Pharmacy courses via lateral entry) or affiliated with the State Medical Faculty (for the 2nd year Pharmacy course via lateral entry)
For Postgraduate Level Scholarship Candidates must have:
- Secured at least 53% marks in aggregate in graduation (honours subject) from any state university (for general education)
- OR, secured 55% marks in graduate courses from any state university or AICTE-approved Institute in West Bengal (Engineering/Technology/Pharmacy)
- The annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000
Benefits
Benefits
The scholarship provides financial support based on the following course and eligibility criteria:
| Course | Eligibility Criteria | Amount per month (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Class 11, 12 | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 1,000 |
| UG (Arts) | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 1,000 |
| UG (Commerce) | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 1,000 |
| UG (Science) | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 1,500 |
| UG (Other Professional courses, UGC approved) | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 1,500 |
| PG (Arts) | At least 53% marks in the last qualifying exam | 2,000 |
| PG (Commerce) | At least 53% marks in the last qualifying exam | 2,000 |
| PG (Science) | At least 53% marks in the last qualifying exam | 2,500 |
| PG (Other Professional courses, UGC approved) | At least 53% marks in the last qualifying exam | 2,500 |
| UG (Engineering), PG (Engineering), and other Professional courses (AICTE approved | UG: 60% marks, 60% in diploma courses via lateral entry. PG: 55% marks in graduation | 5,000 |
| Polytechnic (Diploma Courses) | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 1,500 |
| UG (Medical degree) and Diploma courses | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 5,000 (UG), 1,500 (Diploma) |
How to Apply
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be an Indian national
- Be a resident (domicile) of West Bengal
- Be enrolled in Class 11 or higher at an institution in West Bengal
- Belong to one of the minority communities in West Bengal (Buddhist, Christian, Jain, Muslim, Parsee, or Sikh)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be an Indian national
- Be a resident (domicile) of West Bengal
- Be enrolled in Class 11 or higher at an institution in West Bengal
- Belong to one of the minority communities in West Bengal (Buddhist, Christian, Jain, Muslim, Parsee, or Sikh)
For Undergraduate Level Scholarship Candidates must have:
- Secured at least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam from the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education, West Bengal Council for Higher Secondary Education, or Madrasa Education (for Higher Secondary level)
- OR, have secured 60% marks in diploma courses from AICTE-approved institutes affiliated to WBSCT&VE&SD (in the 2nd year of Engineering/Technology/Pharmacy courses via lateral entry) or affiliated with the State Medical Faculty (for the 2nd year Pharmacy course via lateral entry)
For Postgraduate Level Scholarship Candidates must have:
- Secured at least 53% marks in aggregate in graduation (honours subject) from any state university (for general education)
- OR, secured 55% marks in graduate courses from any state university or AICTE-approved Institute in West Bengal (Engineering/Technology/Pharmacy)
- The annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000
Benefits
The scholarship provides financial support based on the following course and eligibility criteria:
| Course | Eligibility Criteria | Amount per month (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Class 11, 12 | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 1,000 |
| UG (Arts) | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 1,000 |
| UG (Commerce) | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 1,000 |
| UG (Science) | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 1,500 |
| UG (Other Professional courses, UGC approved) | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 1,500 |
| PG (Arts) | At least 53% marks in the last qualifying exam | 2,000 |
| PG (Commerce) | At least 53% marks in the last qualifying exam | 2,000 |
| PG (Science) | At least 53% marks in the last qualifying exam | 2,500 |
| PG (Other Professional courses, UGC approved) | At least 53% marks in the last qualifying exam | 2,500 |
| UG (Engineering), PG (Engineering), and other Professional courses (AICTE approved | UG: 60% marks, 60% in diploma courses via lateral entry. PG: 55% marks in graduation | 5,000 |
| Polytechnic (Diploma Courses) | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 1,500 |
| UG (Medical degree) and Diploma courses | At least 60% marks in the last qualifying exam | 5,000 (UG), 1,500 (Diploma) |
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Marksheet from the most recent academic examination
- Family income certificate
- The first page of the bank passbook
- Institute verification form, duly signed by the Head of the Institution (HOI), in the prescribed format
How to Apply
- Prepare Required Documents: Ensure you have all necessary documents, including your marksheet, income certificate, bank passbook, and the institute verification form.
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the official website of the West Bengal Minorities Development & Finance Corporation.
- Fill Out the Application: Complete the application form with accurate details and upload the required documents.
- Submit the Application: Submit your application before the deadline of April 30, 2025.
- Track Your Application: Keep track of your application status on the official website or through the application portal.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 30 Apr 2025.