National Overseas Scholarship for SC/ST Students
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The previous application cycle (2025–26) closed on 14 October 2025. The upcoming 2026–27 cycle is expected to open soon. We will update the links here as soon as the official notification is released.
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NOS enables students from marginalized backgrounds to pursue high-quality research and post-graduate studies in foreign universities.
Benefits & Financial Support
Complete coverage for tuition fees, maintenance allowance, and airfare for foreign studies
Inclusions
Full funding for foreign studies.
Important Note
Prestigious scheme for Master's and PhD studies in foreign universities.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Postgraduate, PhD
Must be enrolled in relevant courses. Minimum 60% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Highly competitive merit-based selection.
Renewal Policy
Term-based for course duration
Application Process
- 1
Apply on NOS portal
- 2
Submit admission offer from foreign uni
- 3
Document check
- 4
Interview/Selection
- 5
Approval
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
14 October 2025
Round 1 in Mar/Apr, Round 2 in Sep/Oct
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
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Common Questions (FAQs)
Q. Who can apply for the Scholarship?▼
Scheduled Castes, De-notified Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes, Traditional Artisans, Landless Agricultural Labourers[3]
Q. What is the eligibility criterion?▼
(i) Age below 35 as on 1st April of every Selection Year. (ii) Family Income less than Rs. 8,00,000/- per annum. (iii) Unconditional offer of admission to top 500 QS ranked foreign Institutes/Universities[3]
Q. How much financial assistance is provided?▼
Tuition Fees, Maintenance allowance (US$ 15,400/- annually except UK GBP 9,900/-), Contingency allowance, Visa fees, Equipment allowance, Medical insurance, Air passage, Local Travel[3]
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