WB Nabanna Scholarship 2025: Application Form, Status Check & Income Criteria

To encourage education in India, the central and state governments periodically launch various scholarship schemes. One such scheme is the Nabanna Scholarship, launched by the Government of West Bengal. নবান্ন বৃত্তি scheme aims to help meritorious and economically weaker students in the state pursue higher education. This scholarship scheme is operated under the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF) and is for students who have secured good marks in their 10th, 12th, or undergraduate examinations.

In this article, you will find complete information on eligibility criteria, required documents, application process, scholarship amount, selection process, and important dates.

Overview Of WB Scholarship

Particulars	Details
Scholarship Name	Nabanna Scholarship 2025
State	West Bengal
Department	West Bengal Chief Minister’s Relief Fund Scholarship
Beneficiaries	have passed Class 10/12/UG/PG examinations
Benefit	₹10,000 Per year
Apply Process	Online
Official Website	cmrf.wb.gov.in

Nabanna Scholarship Objectives

The main objective of the নবান্ন বৃত্তি scheme is to assist meritorious students in the state who are economically disadvantaged and facing difficulties in pursuing higher education. In today’s times, higher education is becoming increasingly expensive, therefore, this scheme provides financial assistance from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF) so that students can continue their studies without interruption.

Key Features of the Scheme:

1. A one-time scholarship of ₹5,000 to ₹10,000 is provided.
2. The amount is transferred directly to the student’s bank account.
3. This scholarship is provided from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund.

নবান্ন বৃত্তি Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, the applicant must fulfil the following qualifications:

• Residency: The applicant must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
• Educational Qualifications:
  • Minimum 65% marks in the Secondary (10th) examination.
  • Minimum 60% marks in the Higher Secondary (12th) examination.
  • Minimum 55% marks at the undergraduate level.
• The student must be studying in a recognised institution.
• Financial Status: The applicant’s family’s annual income should not exceed ₹1,20,000.
• Other Scholarships: The applicant should not be availing of any other government scholarship.

Benefits of the Scholarship:

• Financial assistance for economically disadvantaged students.
• Removes obstacles to higher education.
• Motivates students to study.
• Increases the state’s literacy rate.
• The amount is sent directly to the beneficiary’s account.

Required Documents For Nabanna Scholarship

The following documents are required when applying for the নবান্ন বৃত্তি:

1. Handwritten application form
2. Mark sheet of the most recently passed examination
3. Bonafide certificate issued by the institution
4. Family income certificate
5. Permanent residence certificate
6. Ration card or Aadhaar card
7. Photocopy of bank passbook
8. Passport-size photograph
9. Self-declaration form

WB Nabanna Scholarship Amount

Under the নবান্ন বৃত্তি scheme, students are provided with financial assistance ranging from ₹8,000 to ₹10,000. This amount is given either as a lump sum or on an annual basis and is transferred directly to the student’s bank account.

Course	Minimum Percentage %	Scholarship Amount
Passed Secondary Examination (10th)	65% & Above	₹8,000 to ₹10,000
Passed Higher Secondary (12th)	60% & Above	₹8,000 to ₹10,000
Graduation	55% & Above	₹8,000 to ₹10,000
Post Graduation	55% & Above	₹8,000 to ₹10,000
Professional UG Courses	55% & Above	₹10,000 to ₹12,000
Passing P.G. Level Exam	50% & Above	₹8,000 to ₹10,000

How to fill out the নবান্ন বৃত্তি form?

• First, go to the website cmrf.wb.gov.in.
• Select the “Financial Assistance for Education” section.
• Click on “Apply for Financial Aid”.
• Select “Fresh Enrollment” or “Sign Up”.
• Enter your mobile number, verify with OTP, and set a password.
• Log in and fill out the application form.
• Enter details such as course, board/university, marks obtained, exam date, etc.
• Fill in the bank name, account number, and IFSC code.
• Upload all the required documents.
• Review the information and click “Submit”.
• After successful application, you will receive a reference ID; keep it safe.

Nabanna Scholarship Selection Process

This scholarship is awarded on a Merit-cum-Means basis. The selection process is as follows:

1. Review of applications and documents.
2. Verification of the applicant’s financial status.
3. Evaluation of academic performance.
4. Interview or additional verification, if required.
5. Final list is published.
6. The scholarship amount is transferred to the accounts of the selected students.

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How to Check Nabanna Scholarship Status

• Visit the website cmrf.wb.gov.in.
• Click on the “Check Application Status” link.
• Enter your registered mobile number and captcha.
• Click on “Send OTP”.
• Enter the OTP received on your mobile and click “Submit”.
• Your application status will be displayed on the screen.
• Possible status messages:
• Application successfully submitted
• Document deficient, please resubmit
• Verified / Bank transfer in process
• Scholarship approved / Funds transferred

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