Swami Vivekananda Scholarship 2026: New SVMS Eligibility, Benefits & How to Apply

Swami Vivekananda Scholarship 2026: New SVMS Eligibility, Benefits & How to Apply

The Swami Vivekananda Scholarship 2026 includes a new initiative by the Government of West Bengal called the Swami Vivekananda Merit Scholarship Scheme (SVMS). It provides financial assistance to eligible students from West Bengal who secure admission to selected premier institutions in India or top universities abroad for Undergraduate or Master's degree programmes.

Under the new scheme, eligible students studying at selected institutions in India can receive 75%, 90% or 100% of approved tuition fees, depending on the institution's category and NIRF Overall ranking. Students admitted to eligible universities among the QS World University Rankings 2027 Overall Top 100 can receive 100% of approved tuition fees along with mandatory health insurance, subject to the scheme conditions.

This is a new scholarship programme and must not be confused with the existing Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM). The two schemes have different eligibility requirements, benefits and application procedures.

This guide explains the new Swami Vivekananda Scholarship eligibility criteria, scholarship amount, eligible colleges and universities, required documents, application process and important conditions for the 2026–27 academic year.

Latest Swami Vivekananda Scholarship 2026 Update

The Government of West Bengal introduced the new Swami Vivekananda Merit Scholarship Scheme through Notification No. 336-(T)10M-15/2026 dated 9 September 2026. The scheme takes effect from the 2026–27 academic year and applies to students securing fresh admission to eligible programmes from that academic year onwards.

The scheme has two components:

• Domestic Component: Financial assistance for eligible students admitted to qualifying premier institutions in India.
• International Component: Financial assistance for eligible students admitted to universities ranked within the QS World University Rankings 2027 Overall Top 100.

Is the SVMS application process open?

There are two important pieces of application information that students should check before submitting anything.

The official SVMS landing page currently displays a message stating that the online application window will be opened soon. A separate application notice for the 2026–27 academic year describes an application process using a downloadable data-capture workbook and submission by email to [email protected].

Under the separate application notice, applicants are instructed to download the blank SVMS workbook and its filling manual, complete one workbook per student, attach the prescribed documents as separate PDF files and submit the application using the specified email format.

Because the landing-page message and the separate application notice use different wording about the application route, students should check the latest notice and downloadable files on the official SVMS website before submitting their application. Do not use a workbook, email address or application link obtained from an unverified website.

Application deadline: The application notice available for this guide does not specify a closing date. Check the official website for any later deadline or revised instructions.

Check the latest official SVMS notification and application instructions here.

What Is the New Swami Vivekananda Merit Scholarship Scheme?

The Swami Vivekananda Merit Scholarship Scheme, commonly called SVMS, is a financial assistance programme introduced by the Higher Education Department of the Government of West Bengal.

Its purpose is to help meritorious students from West Bengal pursue higher education at selected institutions in India and abroad. The programme focuses on students who secure admission to institutions recognised under the scheme's national or international ranking criteria.

Unlike a general scholarship that pays a fixed monthly amount, the new SVMS calculates financial support as a percentage of the approved tuition fee. The applicable percentage depends on the institution's eligibility category.

The scheme covers eligible Undergraduate and Master's programmes. A student can receive financial assistance under SVMS only once during their lifetime, whether the assistance is for an Undergraduate programme or a Master's programme.

Swami Vivekananda Scholarship Eligibility Criteria 2026

Students must satisfy the common eligibility conditions and the requirements for the institution where they have secured admission. Meeting the West Bengal residence requirement alone does not guarantee eligibility.

1. Applicant must be a resident of West Bengal

The applicant must ordinarily reside in West Bengal. The residential address must be supported by a valid government-issued document accepted by the competent authority.

2. Class 10 or Class 12 qualification

The applicant must have passed either Class X or Class XII in regular mode from a recognised school in West Bengal.

The scheme's common eligibility conditions refer to either of these school qualifications. Students should keep the relevant marksheet or pass certificate ready for verification.

3. Parent or guardian must be an elector in West Bengal

At least one parent or guardian must be registered as an elector in West Bengal. If the applicant is an orphan, the applicant's own elector status may be considered under the scheme.

Students should keep the applicable voter or elector details available because the department may verify this condition during the application process.

4. Fresh admission from the 2026–27 academic year

The new Swami Vivekananda Scholarship applies to students who secure fresh admission to an eligible programme at an eligible institution from the 2026–27 academic year onwards.

Students admitted to their programme before the 2026–27 academic year are not eligible under this condition. The 2026–27 application notice also refers to eligible programmes beginning on or after 1 April 2026.

5. Admission must be to an eligible Undergraduate or Master's programme

The scheme covers eligible full-time Undergraduate and Master's degree programmes. The selected institution must satisfy the applicable domestic or international criteria.

For domestic institutions, only eligible full-time regular programmes are covered. Distance, part-time and online programmes are excluded.

For international institutions, the programme must be full-time and residential.

6. The scholarship is available only once

A student who has already received financial assistance under the new SVMS cannot receive it again for another programme or academic session. This condition applies whether the earlier assistance was for an Undergraduate or Master's programme.

Is there a family income limit or minimum percentage requirement?

This is an important difference between the new SVMS and the older SVMCM scholarship.

The published SVMS eligibility clauses do not specify a general annual family-income ceiling or a fixed aggregate marks percentage such as 60% or 75%. The notified conditions focus on West Bengal residence, school qualification, elector status, fresh admission, programme type and institutional eligibility.

The scheme is merit-based, and the department may consider academic merit when it needs to prioritise competing applications. Students should not automatically apply the old SVMCM income or marks rules to the new SVMS scheme.

Always check the latest notification and application workbook for any additional instructions that apply to your case.

Which Colleges and Universities Are Eligible for the Swami Vivekananda Scholarship?

Institutional eligibility is one of the most important parts of the new scheme. A student does not qualify simply because they have been admitted to a well-known college or university. The institution must meet the specific criteria prescribed by the Government of West Bengal.

The rules are different for institutions in India and universities abroad.

Eligible institutions in India – Domestic Component

For the Domestic Component, students must be admitted through the prescribed national entrance examination or a merit-based admission process to an eligible Government or Government-aided institution.

The institution must fall into at least one of these categories:

Category A: Institutions of National Importance

Institutions established by an Act of Parliament and officially declared Institutions of National Importance are eligible under this category, subject to the scheme conditions.

Examples listed in the guidelines include:

• Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs)
• Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs)
• National Institutes of Technology (NITs)
• Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs)
• Centrally funded Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs)
• All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
• National Institutes of Design (NIDs)
• National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPERs)
• Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru
• Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur

This is an illustrative list, not a complete list of every qualifying institution. Eligibility depends on the institution's official status.

Category B: Public Institutions of Eminence

Government or Government-aided higher education institutions officially notified as Public Institutions of Eminence by the Government of India or the University Grants Commission (UGC) may qualify under this category.

Private Institutions of Eminence do not qualify under the domestic component simply because they hold that status.

Category C: Government or Government-aided institutions in the NIRF Overall Top 50

A Government or Government-aided institution may also qualify if it:

• Is recognised by the UGC, AICTE, NMC, BCI or another relevant statutory authority.
• Is placed within the Top 50 of the applicable NIRF Overall Rankings.

The scheme uses the Overall category of NIRF rankings. Engineering, Medical, Management or other subject-specific rankings cannot be used as a substitute for an Overall ranking.

For the 2026–27 application notice, the institution list refers to the NIRF Overall Top 50 under India Rankings 2025. The applicable status and ranking should be checked against the official list and admission-date rules.

Are private colleges eligible under the Domestic Component?

No. Private domestic institutions are excluded from the Domestic Component, even if they have a high NIRF ranking or private Institution of Eminence status.

Students should also be careful when applying to an affiliated college. A college does not automatically become eligible simply because the university with which it is affiliated appears in an eligible ranking category.

The institution name on the admission offer letter must match the eligible institution selected in the official application workbook.

Eligible universities abroad – International Component

Students who secure admission to selected universities outside India may qualify under the International Component.

The main institutional requirement is that the university must be ranked within the Overall Top 100 of the QS World University Rankings 2027, according to the applicable ranking available on the date of admission.

The following conditions also apply:

• The university must be located outside India.
• The programme must be a full-time residential Undergraduate or Master's programme.
• The relevant ranking is the QS Overall World University Ranking, not a subject-specific ranking.
• The applicable ranking on the date of admission remains fixed for the student's tenure under the scheme.

A university appearing in a QS subject ranking does not automatically qualify if it is outside the Overall Top 100.

Swami Vivekananda Scholarship Amount 2026

The amount of financial assistance depends on the institution's category and whether the student is applying under the Domestic or International Component.

Scholarship amount for students studying in India

Eligible students admitted to qualifying institutions in India can receive the following percentage of approved tuition fees:

These percentages apply to approved tuition fees and are subject to the institution and programme meeting all the scheme conditions. The Government may also notify maximum admissible ceilings for different categories or programmes.

Scholarship amount for students studying abroad

Students admitted to eligible universities within the QS World University Rankings 2027 Overall Top 100 can receive:

• 100% of approved tuition fees.
• Mandatory health insurance costs required by the institution, subject to the scheme conditions and any applicable ceiling.

The international benefit applies to eligible full-time residential Undergraduate and Master's programmes. It does not mean that every student studying abroad automatically qualifies.

What Expenses Does the Swami Vivekananda Scholarship Cover?

The scheme defines approved tuition fees as the compulsory tuition fees charged by the eligible institution for the approved programme.

Depending on the applicant's component and institutional category, the financial assistance may cover:

• Approved compulsory tuition fees for eligible programmes in India.
• Approved compulsory tuition fees for eligible programmes abroad.
• Mandatory health insurance or institutional health service charges for eligible international students.

What expenses are not covered?

The following expenses are excluded from approved tuition fees:

• Hostel and accommodation charges.
• Mess and food expenses.
• Travel expenses.
• Books and study materials.
• Laptops and electronic equipment.
• Refundable deposits and caution money.
• Club fees, optional fees and other non-compulsory charges.

Health insurance support is available only under the International Component. Students studying in India should not add domestic health insurance costs to their expected SVMS benefit.

Documents Required for Swami Vivekananda Scholarship 2026

Applicants should prepare the documents required to establish their residence, educational qualification, admission and fee details. The official application workbook and document list should be used to confirm the exact files required for the applicant's component.

Basic documents for a first application

1. Admission proof: Offer letter or formal admission document issued by the eligible institution.
2. West Bengal residence proof: A valid government-issued document showing the applicant's ordinary residence in West Bengal.
3. Class 10 or Class 12 marksheet or pass certificate: Proof of passing the required examination in regular mode from a recognised school in West Bengal.
4. Parent or guardian elector proof: Voter or elector details of at least one parent or guardian. An orphan applicant may need to provide their own elector details.
5. Official fee document: Tuition fee demand, invoice or official fee structure issued by the institution.
6. Health insurance document: Applicable to international applicants where the required insurance is separately documented.
7. Other scholarship details: Information about any government scholarship, institutional assistance, fee waiver or concession received or applied for the same course.
8. Bank details: Bank account and IFSC information where reimbursement through Direct Benefit Transfer is selected.

Additional documents that may be required

Depending on the application and payment situation, the department may request:

• Proof of tuition fee payment for a reimbursement claim.
• Continued enrolment confirmation.
• Semester or annual academic reports.
• Foreign bank, SWIFT, BIC or IBAN information for approved international payments.
• Updated fee invoices or revised fee structures.
• Institutional approval for an admission deferral, leave of absence or programme change.
• Other documents requested by the competent authority.

Keep each prescribed supporting document as a separate PDF file when following the workbook-based application instructions. Do not put document scans inside the Excel workbook.

How to Apply for Swami Vivekananda Scholarship 2026

The application notice for the 2026–27 academic year describes a data-capture workbook procedure. Applicants are instructed to download the blank workbook and filling manual from the official SVMS page, complete the file and submit it with the required documents.

Follow the latest instructions available on the official website before applying, as the department may update the application route or portal interface.

Step 1: Visit the official SVMS website

Open the Higher Education Department's official SVMS page:

https://banglaruchchashiksha.wb.gov.in/svms/

Look for the latest application notice, blank data-capture workbook, filling manual and document list.

Step 2: Download the correct application workbook

For the 2026–27 application, the separate application notice refers to the SVMS Data-Capture Template, AY 2026–27, Template 1.3, together with the SVMS Template Filling Manual and Document List.

Download these files from the official SVMS page. Use a fresh blank workbook for each applicant. Do not use another student's completed workbook or an old copy downloaded from an unofficial website.

Step 3: Open the workbook using a compatible spreadsheet application

Open the workbook in Microsoft Excel, WPS Office or LibreOffice. Enable editing if the application displays a protected-view or editing prompt.

Read the filling manual before entering any information.

Step 4: Enter your details in the correct cells

The application instructions specify that applicants should enter information only in the designated yellow cells on the 02_MasterData sheet.

Grey cells contain calculated or automatically generated information. Do not type over them or change their formulas.

Complete the applicant, educational qualification, residence, parent or elector, admission, institution, fee, bank and declaration details as required.

Step 5: Select the correct institution

The workbook uses an institution selection list. Follow the prescribed selection order:

1. Select the component: Domestic or International.
2. Select the country.
3. For an Indian institution, select the State or Union Territory.
4. Select the institution from the available list.

Check that the institution selected in the workbook matches the name on your admission offer letter. If a drop-down list appears empty, the application instructions advise pressing F9 and opening the list again.

Step 6: Complete the document checklist and undertaking

Open the 13_Documents sheet and mark the status of every applicable document. Check that all mandatory documents are available and properly identified.

Complete the required declarations in the 04_AnnexIII_Undertaking sheet. Read each condition carefully before accepting it.

Step 7: Check whether the application is ready

Before sending the workbook, open the 01_ControlPanel sheet.

The application notice instructs applicants to submit the workbook only when the Control Panel displays:

• Eligibility: ELIGIBLE
• Error count: 0
• Document checklist: COMPLETE
• Control Panel: READY TO SUBMIT

If the workbook displays NOT READY, review the error information and correct the relevant fields before sending it.

Step 8: Attach the required documents separately

Prepare the supporting documents as separate PDF files according to the official document list and file-naming instructions.

Do not lock the workbook with a password. Do not send a photograph or screenshot of the spreadsheet in place of the original Excel file. Do not insert the scanned documents into the workbook.

Step 9: Submit the application using the specified email instructions

The separate 2026–27 application notice identifies the following submission email:

Email: [email protected]

It instructs applicants to attach the completed workbook and the prescribed PDF documents. One student should be covered by one workbook and one application email.

Before using this route, confirm that the same notice, workbook and email address are still available through the official SVMS page.

SVMS Application Email Subject Format

The application notice specifies a particular email subject format. The order of the information matters because the application system uses these details to identify and process the submission.

Use the following format:

SVMS|TXN|COMP|LVL|DIST|NAME|INST|APPID|YYYYMMDD

The parts of the subject line mean:

Example:

SVMS|APPL|DOM|UG|KOLKATA|BANERJEE-ARITRA|IIT-KHARAGPUR|NA|20261005

Use the information that applies to your own application. Do not copy another applicant's details into your subject line.

The notice warns that an email with an incorrect subject format will not be treated as filed until a corrected subject is received. Keep the exact subject line for later communication about the same application.

How Is the Swami Vivekananda Scholarship Amount Paid?

The scheme provides two possible payment methods. The final payment method is decided by the competent authority after considering the administrative requirements and supporting documents.

1. Reimbursement to the student through DBT

Under the reimbursement method, the student first pays the eligible tuition fee and mandatory health insurance cost, where applicable, to the institution.

The student then submits a reimbursement claim with the required supporting documents. These may include:

• Official tuition fee demand note or invoice.
• Proof of fee payment, such as an institutional receipt or bank advice.
• Proof of continued enrolment.
• Details of other scholarships or fee concessions received for the same course.

After verification, the admissible amount may be transferred to the student's registered bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

The guidelines state that reimbursement claims should ordinarily be submitted within six months from the date the fee was paid. The competent authority may condone a delay for recorded reasons.

2. Direct payment to the institution

The Government may decide to pay the approved tuition fee directly to the concerned institution. For international students, direct payment may also cover eligible mandatory health insurance costs.

The method of payment is determined by the Government. Selecting a preferred payment method in the application does not give the student the right to insist on that method.

Can Students Receive Another Scholarship Along With SVMS?

Students must disclose any other scholarship, fee waiver, tuition concession or financial assistance received or applied for the same course.

The amount of other assistance may be adjusted against the final SVMS benefit. Students must not hide other scholarship support when completing the application or later declarations.

Can a student receive SVMS and Bhagini Nivedita Uchchashiksha Britti together?

No. At the Undergraduate level, a student may receive financial assistance under either the Swami Vivekananda Merit Scholarship Scheme or the Bhagini Nivedita Uchchashiksha Britti, but not both for Undergraduate studies.

However, a student who received Bhagini Nivedita assistance for an Undergraduate programme may be considered for one eligible Master's programme under SVMS, provided the student has not previously received SVMS assistance and satisfies all other eligibility conditions.

Rules for Scholarship Continuation and Renewal

Receiving approval for the first academic period does not remove the conditions for future assistance. Students must continue to meet the scheme's requirements.

Subsequent instalments depend on:

• Proof of continued enrolment in the approved programme.
• Satisfactory academic standing under the institution's rules.
• The official fee demand for the relevant semester or academic period.
• Disclosure of other scholarships, fee waivers or financial assistance.

Students must remain within the original programme duration mentioned in the admission offer letter or the institution's official academic calendar.

What happens if a student has a backlog?

A backlog does not automatically mean that all future assistance will stop. The guidelines state that tuition-fee support may continue if the student remains enrolled and completes the programme within its original timeline.

However, the Government does not cover extra examination fees, supplementary examination charges or additional academic costs arising from the backlog. If the backlog extends the programme beyond the original timeline, the additional period is not covered by the scholarship.

Can a student change their college or course after receiving the scholarship?

Any change of institution or programme after the scholarship has been sanctioned requires prior written approval from the competent authority.

Students should not switch institutions or programmes without following the prescribed process. An unauthorised change can make the student ineligible for further assistance.

Similarly, an approved admission deferral or leave of absence must be supported by the institution's official communication and the required approval.

Difference Between the New SVMS and the Old SVMCM Scholarship

Many students search for the Swami Vivekananda Scholarship without knowing that two different West Bengal schemes have similar names. It is important to identify the correct scheme before applying.

The old SVMCM scheme has its own marks, income, renewal and application requirements. These should not be mixed with the new SVMS rules.

For students who have already applied under the older SVMCM scheme, our separate guides may help:

• Swami Vivekananda Scholarship Status Check: How to Track Your SVMCM Application and Payment
• Official SVMCM website

Use the new SVMS instructions only if you are applying under the new Merit Scholarship Scheme.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for SVMS

Students should review their application carefully before submitting it. The following mistakes can create problems during verification:

• Confusing SVMS with SVMCM: These are separate scholarship schemes with different rules and application systems.
• Choosing an ineligible institution: A famous or highly ranked institution is not automatically covered by SVMS.
• Using a subject ranking instead of an Overall ranking: The domestic and international institution rules refer to Overall rankings.
• Assuming an affiliated college is eligible: The college must appear as an eligible institution in the prescribed list.
• Using old eligibility rules: Do not automatically apply SVMCM's marks or family-income requirements to SVMS.
• Using an unofficial workbook: Download the latest blank template and manual from the official SVMS page.
• Changing calculated spreadsheet cells: Enter information only in the designated input cells.
• Leaving mandatory documents incomplete: Check the document sheet and Control Panel before submission.
• Using an incorrect email subject: Follow the prescribed subject format exactly when using the email route.
• Failing to disclose other financial assistance: Report every relevant scholarship, waiver or concession for the same course.

Frequently Asked Questions About Swami Vivekananda Scholarship 2026

1. What is the new Swami Vivekananda Scholarship 2026?

The new Swami Vivekananda Merit Scholarship Scheme (SVMS) is a Government of West Bengal programme that provides financial assistance to eligible students pursuing Undergraduate or Master's programmes at selected premier institutions in India and abroad.

2. Who is eligible for the new Swami Vivekananda Scholarship?

The applicant must ordinarily reside in West Bengal, have passed Class X or Class XII in regular mode from a recognised school in West Bengal, and meet the parent or guardian elector requirement. The student must also secure fresh admission to an eligible full-time programme at an eligible institution from the 2026–27 academic year onwards.

3. What is the Swami Vivekananda Scholarship amount for 2026?

Under the Domestic Component, eligible students can receive 100%, 90% or 75% of approved tuition fees, depending on the institution's category or NIRF Overall ranking. Eligible students at QS Overall Top 100 universities abroad can receive 100% of approved tuition fees and mandatory health insurance, subject to scheme rules.

4. Is there a minimum percentage requirement for SVMS?

The published SVMS eligibility clauses do not state a general fixed aggregate percentage such as 60% or 75%. The scheme is merit-based, and applicants must satisfy the notified education, residence, admission and institutional conditions. Check the latest official instructions for any additional requirement.

5. Is there an income limit for the new Swami Vivekananda Scholarship?

The published SVMS eligibility clauses do not specify a general annual family-income ceiling. Students should not assume that the older SVMCM income limit automatically applies to the new SVMS scheme.

6. Can students studying abroad apply for SVMS?

Yes. Eligible students admitted to full-time residential Undergraduate or Master's programmes at universities in the QS World University Rankings 2027 Overall Top 100 may apply under the International Component, subject to the other scheme conditions.

7. Are private colleges eligible for the new SVMS?

Private institutions in India are excluded from the Domestic Component, even if they have a high NIRF ranking or private Institution of Eminence status. The eligible domestic categories are based on the institution's official status and the Government's criteria.

8. Does the scholarship cover hostel fees and living expenses?

No. Approved tuition support does not include hostel, mess, accommodation, travel, books, laptops, refundable deposits, caution money or optional fees. Mandatory health insurance is covered only for eligible international applicants.

9. Can I receive SVMS and another scholarship at the same time?

Any other scholarship, fee waiver or financial assistance for the same course must be disclosed and may be adjusted against the SVMS amount. At the Undergraduate level, students cannot receive both SVMS and Bhagini Nivedita Uchchashiksha Britti for Undergraduate studies.

10. Can I receive the Swami Vivekananda Merit Scholarship more than once?

No. SVMS assistance is available only once during a student's lifetime. This restriction applies whether the previous scholarship was received for an Undergraduate or Master's programme.

11. How can I apply for Swami Vivekananda Scholarship 2026–27?

The 2026–27 application notice describes a downloadable data-capture workbook and supporting documents. It instructs applicants to complete one workbook per student and submit it using the prescribed email process. Check the official SVMS page for the latest notice, workbook and instructions before submitting.

12. What is the official email address for the SVMS application?

The separate 2026–27 application notice lists [email protected] for workbook submissions. Verify the address against the latest application notice available through the official SVMS website before emailing your documents.

13. What is the last date to apply for the new SVMS scholarship?

The application notice available for the 2026–27 academic year does not specify a closing date. Students should check the latest notification on the official SVMS website for any deadline or revised application schedule.

14. Is the new SVMS the same as the old Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship?

No. The new Swami Vivekananda Merit Scholarship Scheme (SVMS) is different from the existing Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM). Their eligibility requirements, benefits, institution rules and application procedures are separate.

Final Words

The new Swami Vivekananda Scholarship 2026 gives eligible students from West Bengal an opportunity to receive financial assistance for higher education at selected institutions in India and abroad. Depending on the institution and its applicable ranking category, assistance can cover 75%, 90% or 100% of approved tuition fees. Eligible international students may also receive support for mandatory health insurance.

Before applying, check the institution's eligibility, the programme requirements, the West Bengal residence and elector conditions, and the one-time lifetime benefit rule. Read the current application instructions carefully and use only the workbook and documents available through the official SVMS page.

Students should also remember that the new SVMS and the existing SVMCM are separate schemes. Choosing the correct application process is important because the older SVMCM marks, income and renewal rules should not be assumed to apply to SVMS.

For the latest official announcements, visit the Swami Vivekananda Merit Scholarship Scheme website of the Higher Education Department, Government of West Bengal.

Official Sources and Useful Links

• Swami Vivekananda Merit Scholarship Scheme (SVMS) – Higher Education Department, Government of West Bengal
• Existing Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM) portal
• National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)
• QS World University Rankings

Information checked on 7 November 2026. Application instructions, institution lists, rankings and deadlines may be updated by the Government of West Bengal. Always follow the latest official notification.