JN Tata Endowment for Higher Education
About the Program
The JN Tata Endowment for Higher Education of Indians, established in 1892 by Jamsetjee Nusserwanjee Tata, provides merit-based loan scholarships to exceptional Indian students for Master's, PhD, and Post-Doctoral studies abroad in any discipline. Over 5,700 students supported to date.
Benefits & Financial Support
Inclusions
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Loan scholarship: Up to INR 10 lakhs -
Travel
Grant: Up to INR 85,000 one-way airfare - Pre-
Acceptance
Award: INR 1-2 lakhs for application/tests -
Gift
Awards: Top 20-25 scholars get partial/full loan waiver (returnable if work in India 5 years post-study) - Covers tuition, living, other expenses
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
PG / Professional
Must be enrolled in relevant courses.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
1
Preliminary screening (March-April 2026) 2
Online aptitude test (logical reasoning, English
early May 2026) 3
Subject interview (virtual/in-person
May-June 2026) 4
Final decisions announced mid-July 2026
Renewal Policy
For course duration
initial year loan, renewable based on progress
Application Process
1. Register online at jntataendowment.org (early January 2026) 2. Upload basic details (academics, personal info) 3. Complete detailed form by mid-March: essays, recommendations, admission proof 4. Submit scanned documents and guarantor details 5. Pay INR 1,000 fee (waivable for hardship) 6. Track progress via reference number
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
Invalid Date
March 23, 2026 (for 2026-2027 cycle)
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.Can final-year students apply?
Yes, provisionally.
Q.Fixed countries?
Any country with exceptional profile.
Q.GPA minimum?
No fixed, but outstanding merit needed.
Q.Repayment?
Starts 2 years post-completion, 7 years, nominal interest.
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