• National overseas scholarship for SC students launched for 2026
• SC, Denotified Tribes, landless laborers, and artisans can apply
• Covers master’s and PhD courses abroad
• 125 students can get the scholarship each year
• Duration: 3 years for master’s, 4 years for PhD
• Apply online only, offline applications not accepted
• Check who can apply rules and required documents before applying

The government started a new scholarship for SC students to study in other countries. It's also for some other groups like Denotified Nomadic tribes and farm workers. Students can do master's or PhD courses abroad with this help. The scheme gives money to 125 new students every year if there's enough funds. This is a good chance for these students to learn more. They can go to different countries and study new things. It will help them grow and learn about other cultures too.

• Give money to SC students for higher studies abroad
• Help students do master’s or PhD courses in other countries
• Students don’t need to depend on others for money
• Improve education levels
• Motivate students to study more

• Name: National Overseas Scholarship for SC Students 2026
• Started by: National Overseas Scholarship Portal
• For: Indian students
• Aim: Give scholarships
• Website: Click here
• Year: 2026
• How to apply: Online

• Scholarships for SC students to study abroad
• Covers master’s and PhD courses
• Gives money to chosen students
• 125 new awards each year
• Other groups can get awards if seats are empty

• Must score at least 60% in last exam
• For PhD, must have master’s degree
• For master’s, must have bachelor’s degree
• Age should be under 35 years
• Family income below Rs 8 lakh per year
• Only one student per family
• Can’t get benefit from other similar schemes

• 10th certificate
• Caste certificate
• Photo
• Signature scan
• Address proof
• Degree certificate
• Marksheet
• Foreign university admission proof
• Family income papers
• Work NOC (if employed)
• ITR document
• Aadhaar card

• Attestation form
• Income declaration
• No-crime declaration
• Passport copy

• Two bonds on stamp paper
• Solvency proof for sureties
• Health certificate
• Passport and visa copies
• Declaration of no other scholarship
• Travel date info

• Scheme is advertised in newspapers
• Students apply online
• Selection happens from April to March
• First round opens mid-February for 45 days
• Only online applications accepted
• Second round in September if seats are empty
• Portal closes when all 125 seats are filled
• Students must give all papers
• Can’t change university later
• Two selection rounds
• Committee checks applications
• Waitlist made on 31st March
• Selected students with admission get award letter

• Yearly allowance: $15,400 (USA), £11,000 (UK)
• Extra money: $1,500 (USA), £1,100 (UK)
• College fees: As charged
• Visa fees: Actual cost
• Health insurance: As charged
• Travel money: $20 or same in rupees
• Air tickets: Students buy, get money back later

• Go to official website
• Click on ‘Register’
• Fill in details like name, mobile, email, birth date
• Upload needed papers
• Click ‘send’

• Visit official website
• Click ‘Login’
• Enter user ID, password, captcha

• Click ‘Application Status’
• Enter application number
• Click ‘Search’

• Click Download Forms
• Choose form you need
• Download PDF

For questions about the scheme: Ask about who can apply, documents needed, and how to apply. Check the rules carefully. Contact officials if you need more help.

• Shri Sanjay Singh, Under Secretary
• Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi-110001
• Phone: 011 23384023 (3-5 PM, working days)
• Email: so-nos-msje[at]gov[dot]in

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• Phone: 011 23073443 (2:30-4:30 PM)

Who can apply for this scholarship? Students from certain groups can.

Tip: SC students, denotified tribes, farm workers, and traditional artisans can apply for this scholarship. The government wants to help these groups get better education abroad. Many people can benefit from this chance.

How many students can get this scholarship each year? The government gives it to 125 students.

Every year, 125 students can get this scholarship. It helps SC students study abroad. The government gives money to these students. They can do master's or PhD courses in other countries. This is a good chance for them.

Heads up: Yes, you can apply offline. But it's better to apply online. The process is easier and faster on the internet. You can fill out forms and send documents from home. Offline applications may take longer to process. Check the official website for more details about how to apply.

No, you can only apply online for this scholarship. Paper forms are not accepted. The government wants everyone to use the website to send their application.

Keep in mind: How long does the scholarship last for students? The scholarship lasts 3 years for a master's degree and 4 years for a Ph.D.

A master's degree takes 3 years to finish. A PhD takes 4 years. These are the times for studying abroad with this scholarship. Students need to plan for these long courses.