Central Government SchemeVerified for 2026

National Overseas Scholarship for SC/ST Students Apply Online 2026

How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)

Application ModeOnline
  • 1

    Apply on NOS portal

  • 2

    Submit admission offer from foreign uni

  • 3

    Document check

  • 4

    Interview/Selection

  • 5

    Approval

FAQs for National Overseas Scholarship for SC/ST Students

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]