Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship (SVMCM), an initiative by the Government of West Bengal’s Higher Education Department, is meant for the upliftment of the meritorious candidates who belong to the financially backward category. All the candidates of West Bengal who are a bit disadvantaged in the fact that they belong to the economically marginalised section of society should apply for this scholarship without giving it any second thought. This blog post is enough to guide you through all the aspects of the Swami Vivekananda Scholarship, including the eligibility criteria, application process, steps of tracking your application status, and much more.
Brief Overview of the Swami Vivekananda Scholarship (SVMCM)
The Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship (SVMCM) is a financial aid program meant for the students of West Bengal. It works on a “merit-cum-means” basiswhich simplifies that the scholarship will be granted to those students who have excelled in their studies but belong to the marginalised community of the society. Its major goal is that no student should be barred from the studies, no matter what category of society they belong to.
The Scholarship can be benefited by the students enrolled in the High School (HS) and Diploma levels to Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and M.Phil. and Ph.D. The entire process, from application to disbursement, is completely online.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria to be eligible for the scholarship:
- Primary Eligibility:
- Domicile: The student must be a domicile of West Bengal.
- Family Income: The total annual income of the applicant’s family should not be more than ₹2,50,000.
- Course-Specific Educational Eligibility:
It differs depending on the level you are applying for:
- High School (HS): The candidate should have at least 60% marks in the Madhyamik Pariksha.
- Diploma Courses: The candidate should have at least 60% marks in their qualifying exam.
- Undergraduate (UG) Courses: The candidate should have at least 60% aggregate marks in the Higher Secondary (HS) exam conducted by the WBCHSE or the Madrasha Siksha Parishad.
- Postgraduate (PG) Courses: The candidate should have at least 53% marks in their Honours subject at the graduation level.
- Research Level (M.Phil./Ph.D.): Full-time M.Phil. or Ph.D. scholars registered after April 1, 2017, are eligible.
Scholarship Amount For Various Categories:
| Course of Study | Monthly Scholarship Amount (₹) |
| UG (Arts / Commerce) | ₹ 1,000 |
| UG (Science) / UG Professional (UGC Approved) | ₹ 1,500 |
| PG (Arts / Commerce) | ₹ 2,000 |
| PG (Science) / PG Professional (UGC Approved) | ₹ 2,500 |
| High School (HS) / D.El.Ed | ₹ 1,000 |
| Polytechnic (Diploma Courses) | ₹ 1,500 |
| UG Engineering, PG Engineering (AICTE Approved) | ₹ 5,000 |
| UG Medical (Degree) | ₹ 5,000 |
| UG Medical (Diploma) | ₹ 1,500 |
| Non-NET M.Phil. | ₹ 5,000 |
| Non-NET Ph.D. | ₹ 8,000 |
Step-by-Step Procedure Of Application:
Part 1: Registration on the SVMCM Portal
- Visit the Official Website: Candidates need to visit https://svmcm.wbhed.gov.in/.
- Start Registration: Register yourself on the portal and click on the Apply Online option.
- Begin Fresh Application: Choose the appropriate category (e.g., Higher Education, Technical Education, etc.) and then click “Apply for Fresh Application.”
- Fill Registration Details: Fill in the following details:
- Details of your last qualifying examination.
- Present course of study.
- Personal information.
- Generate a password.
- Complete Authentication: Click “Register” and verify your mobile number with the OTP.
- Receive Credentials: Applicant ID and a copy of the Registration Slip will be sent to your registered email ID and mobile number.
Part 2: Completing and Submitting the Application
- Applicant Login: Go back to the official website and click on “Applicant Login.”
- Log In: Log in with your Applicant ID and password.
- Complete Your Profile: This can be done by providing:
- Profile Details:Â Personal information.
- Bank Details: Your active bank account number and IFSC code for transferring the scholarship amount.
- Upload Required Documents: Clear scanned copies of the required documents are to be uploaded.
- Final Submission: Carefully submit the application form after a thorough review.
Documents Required for Application
Here is a list of documents that you require:
- For Fresh Applications:
- Marksheet of Madhyamik Examination.
- Marksheet of your last qualifying examination.
- Admission receipt or fee slip from the institution.
- Income Certificate.
- Domicile Certificate.
- Scanned copy of the first page of your Bank Passbook.
- For Renewal Applications:
- Marksheet of the last examination.
- Admission receipt for the next higher class.
- Income Certificate.
Steps to Track Your Application Status
- Log in to the SVMCM portal using your registration details, like the Applicant ID and password.
- You will get an option of “View Profile,” “View Application,” or “Track Profile.”
- After you click on this option, it will show you the current status of your application.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What does SVMCM stand for?
The full form of SVMCM is Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship.
Q2: Can the candidates who are not domiciled in West Bengal apply for it?
No, the applicant must be a permanent resident (domicile) of West Bengal.
Q3: What is the income limit for the SVMCM scholarship?
The total annual family income of the candidate should be ₹2,50,000 or less than that.
