Chhanda Mitra Memorial Scholarship: (initiated in 2010) Awarded to a student of Physics Department on the basis of merit cum means.
Debebdranath Das Memorial Scholarship: (initiated in 2009) Awarded to a student of Zoology Department on merit cum means basis.
Kamalabala Mukherjee Memorial Scholarship: (initiated in 1999) Awarded for standing first in Chemistry Honours in B.Sc. Examination from Bethune College.
Nilmoni Mukherjee Scholarship: (initiated in 2002) Awarded for highest proficiency in Economics Honours in B.Sc. Part II & Part III Examination from Bethune College.
Sarala Ghosh Memorial Scholarship: (initiated in 1996) Awarded to the students of Bethune College for securing highest marks in Arts and Science in the B.A./B.Sc Part I Examination from Bethune College.
Yes, you’re not alone, and yes, there are multiple scholarships you can apply for to help with hostel and tuition fees:
Student’s Aid Fund - For students whose family income is below ₹80,000/yr. You need ≥75% attendance, good academic performance, and involvement in college activities. Apply through your department.
Swami Vivekananda Merit‑Cum‑Means Scholarship - If your family income is under ₹2.5 lakh/yr and you scored 60%+ in your last exam, you can get ₹1,000-₹1,500 per month (UG Arts/Science). This is a state‑level scholarship for WB students.
College‑level merit‑cum‑means awards - Bethune offers departmental scholarships like Chhanda Mitra (Physics), Debendranath Das (Zoology), and others for top performers.
State‑run schemes - You may also be eligible for WB’s Kanyashree, Aikyashree, or other minority/post‑matric scholarships.
The admissions at Bethune College, Kolkata were extended till 15th September 2019 to fill the vacant seats but the process has been concluded now. Moreover, the extended admissions were applicable only for those candidates who had applied online within the given deadline. You can try to get a seat in the next academic cycle.