Financial Assistance to SC Students for Pursuing Higher Studies Abroad
The scheme aims to support SC students for higher education abroad in fields like Engineering, Sciences, and Humanities. Benefits include up to ₹20,00,000/- for Ph.D. and ₹10,00,000 for Masters, with eligibility criteria including residency and income below ₹8,00,000/-.
About This Scheme
Benefits
₹5.0 L · annual
Financial assistance of ₹5,00,000/- per annum, up to a maximum of ₹20,00,000/- for Ph.D. (4 years) and ₹10,00,000/- for Masters (2 years).
Funds are Disbursed in Installments- First installment after admission confirmation.
- Subsequent installments every six months/one year based on progress reports.
Covers tuition and living expenses at accredited foreign universities.
Conditions- Recipients must return to India after completion and stay for at least 5 years.
- Violations may require refund of the entire amount with 15% compound interest.
Eligibility
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Required Documents
- ✦Matriculation Certificate.
- ✦Degree/Diploma Mark Sheets and Certificates.
- ✦Income Certificate.
- ✦Caste Certificate.
- ✦Offer Letter From Accredited Foreign University.
- ✦Admission Details (University, Course, Expenses).
- ✦Aadhaar Card.
- ✦Undertaking/Self-Declaration (Annexure-I).
- ✦For Employed Candidates: No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Employer.
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields in English/Hindi (block letters). Paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required) and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Send the hard copy of the duly filled and signed application form along with the copies of the required documents to the Department for Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Vikas Bhavan, New Delhi.
Post-Application ProcessesStep 1: The applications received within the deadline will be reviewed for eligibility and placed before the Selection Committee. The shortlisted candidates may be called for a personal interview. In case of a tie, preference will be given to the older candidate (as per the date of birth in the Secondary School Certificate).
Step 2: Upon selection, the first installment is released after admission confirmation. Subsequent installments require progress reports.
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹5.0 L