STUDENTS' SCHOLARSHIPS
St. Xavier's College, Burdwan facilitates various scholarship programmes to support students from economically weaker sections and to recognize academic excellence.
GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS
West Bengal Government Scholarships
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | WB domicile, family income < ₹2.5 lakh | ₹1,000-₹5,000/month |
| Aikyashree Scholarship | Minority community students | As per scheme |
| Oasis Scholarship | SC/ST/OBC students | As per scheme |
| Kanyashree Scholarship | Girl students (18-19 years) | ₹25,000 (one-time) |
Central Government Scholarships
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | SC/ST students | As per scheme |
| Central Sector Scholarship | Top 20 percentile in Class XII | ₹10,000-₹20,000/year |
| National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship | Income < ₹1.5 lakh | ₹12,000/year |
| Minority Scholarship (Pre/Post Matric) | Minority community | As per scheme |
INSTITUTIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
St. Xavier's College also provides:
Merit Scholarships: For students with outstanding academic performance
Need-based Financial Assistance: For students facing financial hardship
Fee Concessions: For deserving students on a case-by-case basis
HOW TO APPLY
1. Check eligibility criteria for each scholarship
2. Collect application forms from the college office or apply online
3. Submit required documents (income certificate, caste certificate, marksheets)
4. Applications are processed through the college scholarship committee
IMPORTANT LINKS
West Bengal Scholarship Portal: [scholarships.wbsed.gov.in](https://scholarships.wbsed.gov.in)
National Scholarship Portal: [scholarships.gov.in](https://scholarships.gov.in)
CONTACT
For scholarship-related queries:
Scholarship Cell: Administrative Building
Email: college@sxcb.edu.in
Phone: +91 7477516060