SVMCM Scholarship Application Process: Complete Step-by-Step Guide (2024–25)

SVMCM Application

Complete Guide

SVMCM Scholarship Application Process

If you’re a student of West Bengal who wants to apply for the Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means (SVMCM) Scholarship, then this article can be for you. You’re in the right place. Below are all the details you need to know in simple steps on how to apply for the SVMCM Scholarship online. If you are a first-time applicant or have questions about documents, eligibility criteria, and the online registration process, we’ve listed the following steps.

The SVMCM Scholarship was initiated by the West Bengal Government to aid academically high-performing students from poor financial backgrounds in their education from classes XI and XII to postgraduate and technical studies.

Let’s get started.

What is the SVMCM Scholarship?

The Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means the Higher Education Department of the Government of West Bengal manages Scholarship (SVMCM). The program assists exceptional students from poor families in pursuing education, free from personal costs.

Scholarship benefits are extended to students studying the following courses:

  1. Students studying for Higher Secondary education are qualified, particularly at the Class XI and XII levels.
  2. Undergraduate (General & Professional)
  3. Postgraduate
  4. Polytechnic/Diploma Courses

Furthermore, there are special arrangements for minority students who use the Aikyashree portal to apply.

Eligibility Criteria for SVMCM Scholarship 2024–25

Make sure that you meet all the requirements of eligibility before applying:

Domicile

Must be permanently domiciled within the limits of West Bengal.

Academic Qualification

  1. The minimum cumulative mark required for students to apply at the HS level is 60% in Madhyamik.
  2. 60% marks are mandatory in Higher Secondary for UG student applicants.
  3. For PG students, at least 53% in UG (General) or 55% in UG (Engineering) is required.

Income Limit

The family must earn less than ₹2.5 lakh annually to qualify.

Institution

They should be continuing their education in an institution approved by the authorities in West Bengal.

Note: Those already receiving another scholarship are not eligible.

Documents Required for SVMCM Application

Before submitting your application, make sure that you have digital copies (in JPG or PDF formats) of the required documents ready.

  • Recent passport-size photograph (20–50 KB)
  • Signature (10–20 KB)
  • Results sheet of the last qualification.
  • An Income Certificate not older than 6 months.
  • Document to show Domicile (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Ration Card)
  • Bank Passbook (first-page copy)
  • A certified copy of your card of admission from your institution.
  • The institution’s verification certificate should be signed and sealed by the head of the institution.

Sequential Guide for Registration of Scholarship to SVMCM (New Applicants)

Make sure you complete all steps to be able to submit your application successfully:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Go to the official website created by the West Bengal Government for scholarship applications:

svmcm.wb.gov.in.

On the landing page, press the button that says “Registration.”

Step 2: Select Student Type

You will need to select the appropriate category on the registration form. Choose according to your level:

  1. HS (Class XI & XII)
  2. UG/PG (General or Professional)
  3. Polytechnic or Diploma students

After reviewing the terms, click “Proceed to Registration“.

Apply for a scholarship as a minority student by logging into WBMDFC’s Aikyashree portal. ⚠️

Step 3: Fill Registration Form

You will be required to provide the following information:

  1. Details of your recent exam (exam format, board/university, examination year, Roll Number, and marks scored)
  2. Ensure you provide the course you are pursuing, your institution, and when you were admitted.
  3. Identity details (Name, Gender, Religion).
  4. Mobile number and email ID
  5. Ration card number (optional)
  6. Set up a strong password and ensure you check it.

Important: You must keep your 10th and 12th Roll Numbers in case you need them.

  • Fill out the registration form and tap “Register” to complete your details.

Step 4: Verify Mobile Number with OTP

A mobile number OTP will be sent to the number you provided during registration.<< Enter it to verify.

After verification:

  1. You will automatically receive an Applicant ID.
  2. Download the Registration Slip and save it for future reference.

Step 5: Log into your account to fill in the application form.

  1. Go to the home page and click “Applicant Login.”
  2. Enter your Applicant ID and Password.
  3. Complete the CAPTCHA task and log in.

After you log in, you will be redirected to your dashboard. Click “Edit Application” to start filling out the full form.

Step 6: Upload Documents

Now upload your documents

  • Photo (passport size)
  • Signature
  • Marksheet
  • Income Certificate
  • Bank Passbook
  • Verification Certificate

Ensure each file meets the size and type requirements (JPG/PDF).

Once you upload your documents, choose “Save & Continue”.

Step 7: Final Submission

Once you’ve completed all the steps:

  1. Review the form carefully
  2. Check every detail and document
  3. Click on “Submit Application“

Your application submission is the end of editing opportunities.

Print the submitted application form and use it for your records.

Additional Documents (If Applicable)

  1. Caste Certificate (For SC/ST/OBC candidates)
  2. Disability Certificate (If physically challenged)
  3. Kanyashree ID (Applicants of the Kanyashree category need to provide this ID)
  4. Evidence of Paid Admission Fees (For professional courses)

Application Process for SVMCM Renewal

Have you ever been given a scholarship? Renewal of your scholarship is as follows:

Renewal Eligibility:

  • Must have passed the previous academic year with at least 60% marks in HS/UG.
  • For PG renewal: At least UG Part-I marks of 50% are required.

Renewal Steps:

  1. Go to https://svmcm.wb.gov.in/
  2. Click on “Renewal Application”
  3. Sign in using the previously registered applicant ID and password.

Update new academic details.

Upload:

  1. Latest Marksheet
  2. Admission receipt
  3. Verification Certificate (new)

Submit the form

Use your login credentials to log into the official platform and check the details of your SVMCM application to find out its current status.

To track your application status:

  1. Visit https://svmcm.wb.gov.in
  2. Log in with your credentials
  3. Click on “Track Application”

You can check whether your application is under review, Approved, or Sanctioned. If it is accepted, the scholarship funds will be deposited into your account within 4-6 weeks.

Final Tips Before Submitting

  • Check that your name, course, and marks are correctly spelled in your application.
  • Upload all your documents using clear images, and do not exceed the size limits permitted.
  • Do not submit your form from different devices simultaneously – this may cause login problems.
  • Protect your Applicant ID and Password to make it easy for you to access your account.
  • Apply only through the SVMCM’s official portal– do not apply on any external site.

Conclusion

West Bengal students have a special opportunity to register for their education with the Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship. Therefore, there is no reason to worry about financial difficulties. Reread the steps indicated and make sure that your application is not late. Prepare your documents and keep checking your application status online at regular intervals.

Still confused? If you have any problems, you can contact your school/college supervisors or the SVMCM Helpdesk via the official site.