The Nabanna Scholarship 2025, initiated by the Government of West Bengal, is a merit-cum-means based financial assistance scheme provided through the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF). This scholarship plays a vital role in supporting talented students from economically weaker sections, helping them continue their education at the secondary, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels.
With a yearly scholarship amount of ₹10,000, this scheme enables students who may have just missed out on higher-percentage scholarships to still receive meaningful support. Applications for the Nabanna Scholarship are open throughout the year.
📌 Overview – Nabanna Scholarship Scheme
| Feature | Details |
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| Scholarship Name | Nabanna Scholarship 2025 |
| Offered By | Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, West Bengal |
| Eligible Students | Class 10, Class 12, UG & PG Students |
| Benefit Amount | ₹10,000 per year |
| Domicile Requirement | Must be a resident of West Bengal |
| Application Mode | Online and Offline |
| Official Portal | cmrf.wb.gov.in |
| Last Date | Open all year round |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Nabanna Scholarship 2025, students must meet the following criteria:
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Domicile: Must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
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Academic Qualification:
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For Class 10 passed students (applying for Class 11/12): Must have scored 50% to less than 60%.
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For Class 12 passed students (applying for UG): Must have scored 50% to less than 60%.
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For Graduates (applying for PG): Must have scored 50% to less than 53%.
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Current Enrollment: Must be enrolled in a recognised institution within West Bengal.
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Family Income: Should not exceed ₹1,20,000 per annum.
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Other Scholarships: Applicant must not be availing any other scholarship or stipend for the same course.
🎁 Benefits of Nabanna Scholarship
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A financial assistance of ₹10,000 per academic year.
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Meant for tuition fees, study materials, and related educational expenses.
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Applicable for one academic course per level (HS/UG/PG).
📑 Required Documents
Students need to gather the following documents before applying:
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Aadhaar Card
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Recent passport-sized photograph
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Madhyamik (Class 10) Admit Card
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Admit Card of the latest exam passed (e.g., HS, Graduation)
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Admission receipt or current course fee slip
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Rank Card & Allotment Letter (for professional courses like B.E./MBBS/Nursing)
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First page of Bank Passbook (showing account holder’s name, IFSC, account number)
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Income Certificate from a Gazetted Officer/BDO/DM/DC
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Recommendation Letter from an MLA
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Self-declaration form addressed to the Chief Minister
🔹 All documents must be uploaded in PDF format under 500 KB.
📝 Nabanna Scholarship 2025 Application Process
✅ Online Application Steps
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Visit the official website: https://cmrf.wb.gov.in
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Click on “Apply for Financial Assistance for Education”
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Sign up using your mobile number and verify with OTP
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Set your password and log in
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Fill in the application form and upload the required documents
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Submit the application and note down the reference ID
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Download and print your PDF application form
📨 Offline Application Steps
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Download the application form from https://cmrf.wb.gov.in/
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Fill it out with accurate information
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Attach attested copies of all required documents
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Submit or post your application to:
The Assistant Secretary
Chief Minister’s Office
‘Nabanna’, 325, Sarat Chatterjee Road, Howrah – 711102
🔄 Renewal Process
Students already receiving the Nabanna Scholarship can apply for renewal:
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Log in using your registered mobile number and password
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Click on “I have read and understood the guidelines”
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Fill out the renewal application form
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Upload updated academic documents and submit
🔍 How to Check Application Status
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Go to https://cmrf.wb.gov.in
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Click on “Check Application Status”
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Enter your registered mobile number and captcha
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Click Send OTP > Enter OTP
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Your application status will be shown as:
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Applied – Application submitted successfully
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Wanting Please Resubmit – Document issues; resubmission needed
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Under Process – Eligible, under review
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Under Process – Final stage, disbursement expected soon
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📞 Contact Details
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Address: The Assistant Secretary, Chief Minister’s Office,
‘Nabanna’, 325, Sarat Chatterjee Road, Howrah – 711102 -
Phone: 033 2253 5335
❓ FAQs – Nabanna Scholarship 2025
Q: What is the Nabanna Scholarship?
A: It is a financial assistance scheme by the West Bengal Chief Minister’s Relief Fund that offers ₹10,000 per year to meritorious students.
Q: Who is eligible to apply?
A: Students from West Bengal who scored 50%–60% in Class 10/12 or 50%–53% in graduation and have a family income below ₹1.2 lakh.
Q: Can I apply both online and offline?
A: Yes, both methods are available. Online through cmrf.wb.gov.in, and offline by submitting the form at the CMRF office.
Q: Can I avail of another scholarship along with Nabanna?
A: No, the applicant must not receive any other scholarship or financial aid for the same course.
Q: Is there a deadline for applying?
A: No specific deadline. The application process remains open all year round.