Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship is a financial assistance programme run by the Higher Education Department of West Bengal. It supports meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds who wish to pursue higher education. The scholarship recognises both academic excellence and financial need, helping deserving students continue their studies without financial burden.
What You Get
- Financial assistance to support education expenses
- Merit-based award for academically excellent students
- Support for students from low-income families
- Helps reduce financial barriers to higher education
Who Can Apply
- Age: 17–100 years
- Residence: West Bengal residents only
- Student must be a resident of West Bengal
- Must have secured merit in academic performance
- Family income must be below a certain threshold (means-based)
- Must be enrolled in a recognised higher education institution
- Eligibility criteria may vary by educational level and course type
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Income Certificate
- 3. Bank Passbook
- 4. Academic Mark Sheet
- 5. Admission Certificate
- 6. Residence Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- West Bengal
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 17–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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