National Overseas Scholarship Scheme

National Overseas Scholarship is a Central Sector Scheme under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
It aims to facilitate the low income students obtain Master degree or Ph.D. courses by studying abroad to improve their social and economic status.
Beneficiaries are selected from the following social groups –
- Scheduled Castes,
- DE notified Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes,
- Landless Agricultural Labourers
- Traditional Artisans category
In each Selection Year, 100 fresh awards, subject to availability of funds, will be given under the Scheme.
30% of the awards for each year shall be earmarked for women candidates.
Annual Family Income limit for National Overseas Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Castes student’s w.e.f. selection year 2020-21 has been increased from Rs 6 lakh to Rs 8 lakh per annum.
Students securing admission in higher ranking institutions internationally will be given preference.
The minimum qualifying marks have been increased from 55% to 60%.
Bachelor’s Level courses in any discipline are not covered under the Scheme.