Videsh Siksha Bruti - Foreign Education Scholarship (Odisha)
Government of Odisha · Odisha
| Scheme Name | Videsh Siksha Bruti - Foreign Education Scholarship (Odisha) |
| Provided By | Government of Odisha |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
The Videsh Siksha Bruti Foreign Education Scholarship provides up to ₹25 lakh per year to Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students from Odisha with family income below ₹12 lakh annually who have secured admission to Postgraduate or PhD programmes in Top 200 QS World Ranking foreign universities with 50 scholarships awarded annually across engineering technical medical agriculture architecture and higher education disciplines starting from 2025-26 academic year.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹25.0 Lakh+
Financial assistance of up to INR 25 lakh per student per year. This covers a maximum of INR 15 lakh for tuition fees, up to INR 7 lakh for living expenses, and up to INR 3 lakh for miscellaneous expenses (which include airfare, visa, and insurance). The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-seeded bank account. The maximum scholarship support for the entire course is INR 50 lakh per student.
Annual financial assistance up to ₹25,00,000 per student for studying abroad, Covers tuition fees, living expenses, and academic costs at foreign universities, Supports full duration of PG (typically 1-2 years) or PhD (typically 3-5 years) programme, 50 students selected annually distributed across disciplines, Engineering and Technical Education: 10 scholarships (4 for PG, 6 for PhD), Medical Agriculture Architecture and Other Technical: 10 scholarships (4 for PG, 6 for PhD), Higher Education (Arts Science Commerce Law Management Social Sciences): 30 scholarships (10 for PG, 20 for PhD), Must have admission to universities ranked in Top 200 of QS World University Rankings, Direct Benefit Transfer to student bank account, Two application cycles per year for flexibility, Launched November 27 2024 by Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj, First scholarship scheme in Odisha supporting overseas education for SC/ST students, Aims to provide global exposure and international education opportunities, Part of Odisha government's initiative to strengthen higher education for marginalized communities, Scheme operational from 2025-26 academic year onwards
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Postgraduate (PG), PhD |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Minimum Marks | 65% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹12.0 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | SC, ST |
| Domicile State | Odisha |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar card
- ✓SC or ST Caste certificate issued by competent authority
- ✓Income certificate from Tahasildar showing family income from all sources
- ✓Admission letter or Offer letter from Top 200 QS Ranking foreign university
- ✓Proof of QS World Ranking (university must be in Top 200)
- ✓Academic transcripts and marksheets of qualifying examinations
- ✓Bank passbook with Aadhaar-linked account
- ✓Passport copy
- ✓Recent passport size photograph
- ✓Additional documents may be required - check portal when operational
Selection Process
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A total of 50 SC/ST students are selected annually to pursue post-graduation and doctoral courses in foreign universities
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Selection is primarily based on the university's ranking, with applicants admitted to institutions ranked among the top 200 in the latest QS World University Rankings receiving preference
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In case of a tie, marks obtained in the previous qualifying examination are considered, followed by family income, with preference given to candidates from lower-income families
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A Selection-cum-Screening Committee, comprising representatives from various departments and subject experts, scrutinizes applications, verifies academic and admission documents, assesses the ranking of foreign institutions, and conducts personal interviews before recommending candidates for final selection.
Renewal Policy
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For postgraduate courses, the scholarship is provided for one or two years, depending on the program's duration
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For PhD students, financial assistance is available for a maximum of two years, with no extensions beyond this period
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A student can avail of the scholarship only once in their lifetime, either for a postgraduate or a PhD program
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Selected candidates may be allowed a maximum one-year deferral from the date of issue of the provisional award letter to join the foreign university
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failure to join within this period may lead to cancellation
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Scholarship recipients are required to submit academic progress reports and other mandatory documents
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The scholarship will be cancelled if the student receives any other scholarship or financial assistance for the same course from any government, PSU, university, private institution, or individual.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Form-only. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Obtain Admission
Secure an unconditional admission offer from a foreign university or institution ranked among the top 200 in the latest QS World University Rankings.
- 2Visit the Official Portal
Go to the Odisha State Scholarship Portal at `https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in`.
- 3Register
Register as a new user using your Aadhaar card on the portal. (If already registered, log in).
- 4Navigate to Scheme
Go to the 'Schemes' section and click on 'Apply now' under the 'Bidesh Sikhyabruti' scholarship program.
- 5Fill Application Form
Complete the online application form with all required personal, academic, and income details.
- 6Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents, including: * Aadhaar Card * Income certificate of parent/guardian (annual family income must be up to INR 12 lakh) * Caste Certificate (SC/ST category) * Residence Certificate of the student * Passport size photograph * Marksheet of the last examination passed (minimum 65% in relevant bachelor's/master's degree) * Scanned signature of the candidate * Qualifying Degree/Provisional Certificate * Valid documents regarding admission to the foreign university (application, offer letter, registration, or admission-related document) * Copy of Passport and VISA application.
- 7Review and Submit
Carefully review your application for any errors and submit it before the deadline (applications for 2025-26 and 2026-27 are invited from August 18 to August 31, 2026).
- 8Track Status
You can track the status of your application through the Odisha State Scholarship Portal.
- 9Post-Selection
Selected candidates will receive a provisional scholarship award letter and must submit additional documents and complete document verification.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the key eligibility criteria for the 'Videsh Siksha Bruti' scholarship?
To be eligible, applicants must be permanent residents of Odisha and belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category. They must have an unconditional admission offer from a foreign university ranked among the top 200 in the latest QS World University Rankings. The annual family income from all sources should not exceed INR 12 lakh. Additionally, applicants must have secured a minimum of 65% marks in their relevant bachelor's degree for postgraduate courses or 65% in their relevant master's degree for PhD courses. For postgraduate programs, the age limit is 35 years, and for PhD programs, it is 40 years. Applicants should not be regular employees of any government organization or receiving other scholarships for the same course.
What expenses does the 'Videsh Siksha Bruti' scholarship cover?
The scholarship provides comprehensive financial assistance up to INR 25 lakh per year. This includes tuition fees (up to INR 15 lakh annually), living expenses (up to INR 7 lakh annually), and miscellaneous costs (up to INR 3 lakh annually), which cover airfare, visa, and medical insurance. The maximum support provided for the entire course duration is INR 50 lakh per student.
Can the scholarship be renewed annually, and what are the conditions for continuation?
The scholarship duration is dependent on the course: one to two years for postgraduate programs and a maximum of two years for PhD programs, with no extensions beyond these periods. The scholarship can only be availed once in a student's lifetime, either for a postgraduate or a PhD course. For continuation, recipients are required to submit academic progress reports and other mandatory documents. Importantly, students cannot receive any other scholarship or financial assistance for the same course from any government or private entity while benefiting from this scheme; doing so will lead to its cancellation. A maximum one-year deferral to join the foreign university may be permitted.
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