Nabanna Scholarship 2026: ₹10,000 West Bengal Education Assistance — Eligibility, Documents, Online Form & Status

Every year in West Bengal, thousands of bright students are forced to slow down or stop their studies — not because they lack talent, but because their families cannot afford fees, books and other education costs. If you come from such a family, this article could be a ray of hope. The state government runs a financial assistance scheme that very few people know about — and among those who have heard of it, most do not know how to apply online.

In this article we give you the complete picture: what the scheme is, how much help you get, the eligibility conditions, the documents you need, a step-by-step method to fill the online form, the offline application option, how to track your application status, and the renewal rule. We also list the 5 common mistakes that get applications rejected, and how to stay safe from fraud websites. Read the article till the end.

Note: this is a private information portal (not a government website). For the latest information and to apply, always visit the official portal cmrf.wb.gov.in.

Nabanna Scholarship 2026: Key Facts at a Glance

Detail	Information
Scholarship name	Nabanna Scholarship (Financial Assistance for Education)
Run by	Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF) and Chief Minister’s Discretionary Fund, West Bengal — Department of the Chief Minister’s Office
Who it is for	Permanent residents of West Bengal who are students
Education level	Students who passed secondary/higher secondary from a State Board/Council and are now studying in an institution of the State; students of state-aided universities also eligible
Assistance amount	₹10,000 (one-time, per academic year — as per published guidelines)
Family income limit	Not more than ₹1,20,000 per year (from all sources)
Minimum marks	Usually 50–60% in the last qualifying examination
How to apply	Online at cmrf.wb.gov.in; offline option also available
Last date	No fixed date announced — apply early
Official portal	cmrf.wb.gov.in

What Is the Nabanna Scholarship?

The Nabanna Scholarship is a financial assistance scheme of the Government of West Bengal, funded from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund and the Chief Minister’s Discretionary Fund. It is administered by the Department of the Chief Minister’s Office, headquartered at Nabanna, Howrah.

Its goal is to help meritorious students from economically weak families who are doing well in studies but cannot continue their education because of money problems. This is not a big merit scholarship worth lakhs — it is one-time education assistance for needy students, giving direct relief for fees, books, exam charges and similar costs.

One thing that makes this scholarship special: there is no separate exam or interview. If you meet the eligibility conditions and submit the correct documents, your application is considered under the fund’s rules.

How Much Money Do You Get in Nabanna Scholarship 2026?

As per the published guidelines, an eligible student receives ₹10,000 as one-time assistance. The amount is for one academic year — so if you continue your studies in the next session, you must apply again for renewal.

The money is sent directly to the student’s bank account. That is why you must have an active savings bank account in your own name when you apply, and you must enter the account number and IFSC code exactly right — even a single wrong digit can block the payment.

Important advice: always verify the latest amount on the official portal cmrf.wb.gov.in under the “Financial Assistance for Education” section, because fund rules can be revised from time to time.

Who Can Apply? Eligibility Conditions

Read these conditions carefully before applying. If even one condition is not met, your application can be rejected:

1. Permanent resident of West Bengal: the applicant must be a permanent resident of the state of West Bengal.

2. Studying in a State institution: the applicant must have passed the secondary or higher secondary examination from a State Board/Council and must now be studying in an institution of West Bengal. Students of state-aided universities are also eligible.

3. Family income limit: total annual family income from salary, business, agriculture, pension or any other source must not exceed ₹1,20,000. The income certificate must be issued by a competent authority.

4. Minimum marks: usually 50–60% marks in the last qualifying examination (such as Madhyamik/Higher Secondary). The exact cut-off follows the official guidelines.

5. Indian citizen: the applicant must be a citizen of India.

Who Cannot Apply?

Students in these categories are not eligible for this scholarship:

Beneficiaries of the Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM) — students receiving SVMCM cannot apply for the CM Relief Fund scholarship.
Students already receiving any other state government or central government scholarship.
Students studying in institutions outside West Bengal (both residence and institution must be in the state).

Note: the application includes a self-declaration stating that you are not receiving any other scholarship — this declaration must be verified/countersigned with the seal of the head of your institution. A false declaration can lead to cancellation.

Complete Document Checklist for the Application

Before you start the online form, scan all these documents and keep them ready. Documents are uploaded in PDF format, and each file should usually be under 500 KB:

Passport-size colour photograph of the applicant (recent)
Mark sheet of the last year’s examination — the last qualifying exam passed
Madhyamik (Class 10) admit card
Income certificate: issued by the DM, SDO, BDO, Joint BDO, Executive Officer (Municipality), Deputy Commissioner or above (Municipal Corporation), or a Gazetted Group-A officer
Recommendation letter from your MLA/MP: from the Member of Legislative Assembly or Member of Parliament of your area, clearly mentioning the monthly family income
Self-declaration: stating your current course, year/semester and non-receipt of any other scholarship — with the seal and signature of the head of the institution
Aadhaar card (as identity proof)
Recent admission receipt: proof of admission in the current course/semester
First page of the bank passbook: active savings account — account number, IFSC code and account holder’s name must be clearly visible
Prayer addressed to the Hon’ble Chief Minister: signed by the applicant
Rank card and allotment letter: (only for professional courses, if applicable)
Mobile number: an active number for OTP verification

How to Apply Online for Nabanna Scholarship 2026 (Step-by-Step)

The entire online process happens on the official portal of the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, cmrf.wb.gov.in. Here is the step-by-step method:

Open the portal: on your mobile or computer, open cmrf.wb.gov.in.
Click “Apply For Financial Assistance for Education”: you will find this green button towards the bottom of the homepage — click it.
Sign up: click the “Signup” button. Enter your mobile number and press “Send OTP”.
Verify the OTP: enter the 6-digit OTP sent to your phone, then create a new password, fill the security code and press “Sign Up”.
Log in: log in with your registered mobile number, password and captcha.
Accept the guidelines: tick the box “I have read and understood the guidelines for Application” and press “Apply Now”.
Fill basic information: enter your name, guardian’s name, age, Class 10 roll number, address, caste, monthly income, name of the MP/MLA of your area, etc., and press “Submit”. You will get a system-generated application number — it also comes by SMS, so save it carefully.
Fill educational details: enter your course, year/semester, institution and marks.
Fill bank details: enter the bank name, account number and IFSC code carefully.
Upload documents: upload all documents from the checklist above as PDFs (each file under 500 KB).
Review and submit: read all the information again — name, date of birth and account number must match your documents exactly. Then press “Submit”.
Save the reference number: note down the reference/application number you receive after applying — this is how you will track your application status in future.

Useful tip: keep your course name, year and semester ready while filling the form — the self-declaration asks for exactly these details.

Offline Application Method

Students who do not have internet access can also apply offline:

Get the form: download the application form from the official website, or collect it from the CMRF office. An application written on plain paper in Bengali is also accepted.
Fill the form: enter all details accurately.
Attach documents: attach all required documents from the checklist (identity proof, income certificate, mark sheets, bank passbook copy, MLA recommendation, etc.).
Submit: submit the complete set in person at the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund office, Nabanna, Howrah.

How to Track Your Application Status

After submitting the application, the reference/application number you received is your key to tracking:

Open cmrf.wb.gov.in and log in with your registered mobile number and password.
Enter the application number to see the current status of your form — under scrutiny, approved, or payment status.
Also check the payment in your bank account statement.

If the status does not change for a long time, contact the CMRF office — it is open Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 5:30 PM.

Renewal: If You Need Help Next Year Too

The Nabanna Scholarship is given for one academic year. If you need assistance in the next session as well, you must apply again every year — the renewal process is the same as a fresh application:

Log in to the official portal and select the ‘RENEWAL’ option on the application form.
Provide updated details and attach fresh documents.
For renewal, you must have scored at least 50% marks in the previous examination, and the family income must still be below ₹1.20 lakhs.

5 Common Mistakes in the Application (Avoid Them)

Missing the MLA/MP recommendation letter: this is the most distinctive document of this scholarship — without it, the application is treated as incomplete.
Errors in bank details: even one wrong digit in the account number or IFSC will block the ₹10,000 payment. Copy them exactly from the passbook.
Uploading large files: keep every PDF under 500 KB — larger files simply will not upload.
Self-declaration without the institution’s seal: the declaration is not valid without verification/seal of the head of the institution.
Losing the reference number: the number you get after applying is the key to status tracking — take a screenshot or note it down.

Stay Safe From Fraud: Trust Only the Official Portal

There are many private blogs and lookalike websites on the internet using the name “Nabanna Scholarship” that look like the real portal. Remember:

Applications happen only on cmrf.wb.gov.in — this is the official portal of the Chief Minister’s Office, Government of West Bengal.
There is no application fee for this scholarship. If anyone asks for money to fill the form, it is fraud.
Never share your documents or OTP with any agent or middleman.

Important Links

Official portal (apply here): cmrf.wb.gov.in — “Apply For Financial Assistance for Education”
CMRF office: Nabanna, Howrah, West Bengal (Monday–Friday, 10 AM – 5:30 PM)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the last date for Nabanna Scholarship 2026?

No fixed last date has been announced for this scholarship. The application cycle stays open, so apply as early as possible on cmrf.wb.gov.in. Keep checking the official portal for fresh notices.

How much money do you get in Nabanna Scholarship?

As per the published guidelines, an eligible student gets ₹10,000 as one-time assistance per academic year, sent directly to the bank account. Verify the final figure on the official portal.

What is the eligibility for Nabanna Scholarship?

Permanent resident of West Bengal; passed secondary/higher secondary from a State Board/Council and studying in a State institution; family annual income not more than ₹1,20,000; usually 50–60% marks in the previous examination.

What is the official website (application link)?

The official portal is cmrf.wb.gov.in. Click “Apply For Financial Assistance for Education”, sign up with mobile OTP, and fill the form.

Can students receiving the SVMCM scholarship apply?

No. Students receiving the Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship or any other state/central government scholarship are not eligible for this scheme.

Where can I download the Nabanna Scholarship form PDF?

Online applications are done on cmrf.wb.gov.in. The offline form can also be downloaded from this official website or collected from the CMRF office (Nabanna, Howrah). Do not trust forms downloaded from other websites.

How do I check my application status?

Log in to cmrf.wb.gov.in with the reference/application number you received at the time of applying. The number is also sent by SMS.

Is this scholarship given every year?

It is one-time assistance for one academic year. For the next session you must reapply for renewal, with the 50% marks and income-limit conditions applying again.

This article is published by a private information portal (not a government website). All information is based on the official portal of the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, Government of West Bengal (cmrf.wb.gov.in) and reputed sources. Please verify the information on the official portal before applying.