The Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM) is a scholarship offered by the Government of West Bengal to meritorious students from economically backward families who are pursuing higher education in West Bengal. The scholarship is named after Swami Vivekananda, a Hindu monk and philosopher who is considered one of the most influential figures in Indian history.

The scholarship amount varies depending on the level of education and the student's financial need. For example, the scholarship amount for Higher Secondary students is Rs. 1,000 per month, while the scholarship amount for Doctoral students is Rs. 5,000 per month.

Eligibility:

They must be citizens of India.

They must be studying in a recognized educational institution in West Bengal.

They must have passed the qualifying examination with at least 60% marks.

They must belong to an economically backward family.

The application process for the SVMCM scholarship is online.

Benefits:

The scholarship is renewable for up to four years, as long as the student maintains a good academic standing.

The scholarship funds can be used to cover tuition fees, living expenses, and other educational costs.

The scholarship is administered by the Department of Higher Education, Government of West Bengal.