What do you get under National Overseas Scholarship?
Tuition at actuals, a yearly living allowance and air fare for master’s and PhD study at top foreign universities.
Who is eligible for National Overseas Scholarship?
- SC students, and students from de-notified tribes, landless agricultural labourers and traditional artisan families.
- At least 60% in the qualifying degree; admitted to a listed foreign university.
- Annual family income up to ₹8 lakh.
Also check:
- Mainly for SC students; DNT, landless labourer and artisan families have separate slots.
Documents needed for National Overseas Scholarship
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for National Overseas Scholarship
- Apply on the NOS portal linked from socialjustice.gov.in when the round opens (round 1 around April to May, round 2 around September to October if slots remain).
Common questions
Who is eligible for National Overseas Scholarship?
SC students, and students from de-notified tribes, landless agricultural labourers and traditional artisan families. At least 60% in the qualifying degree; admitted to a listed foreign university. Annual family income up to ₹8 lakh.
How much do I get under National Overseas Scholarship?
Tuition at actuals, a yearly living allowance and air fare for master’s and PhD study at top foreign universities.
What documents do I need for National Overseas Scholarship?
Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC), if you claim it; Income certificate; Education certificates (marksheets); Proof of admission or fee receipt; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); PAN card.
How do I apply for National Overseas Scholarship?
Apply on the NOS portal linked from socialjustice.gov.in when the round opens (round 1 around April to May, round 2 around September to October if slots remain). Official site: https://socialjustice.gov.in/schemes/28
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for National Overseas Scholarship?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
Official sources
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 28 February 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.