What do you get under Overseas Vidya Nidhi?
Up to ₹20 lakh (or the admission letter amount, if less) for a postgraduate course abroad, plus a one-way economy ticket and visa charges.
Who is eligible for Overseas Vidya Nidhi?
- SC, ST (Ambedkar Overseas Vidya Nidhi), BC and EBC (Mahatma Jyothiba Phule Overseas Vidya Nidhi) and minority students (CM Overseas Scholarship) from Telangana.
- Family income below ₹5 lakh a year.
- Admission to a recognised foreign university; for BC students, GRE/GMAT and TOEFL/IELTS/PTE scores count in the merit list.
Documents needed for Overseas Vidya Nidhi
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How to apply for Overseas Vidya Nidhi
- Register on the ePASS Overseas page for your category when the session window opens (fall or spring).
Common questions
Who is eligible for Overseas Vidya Nidhi?
SC, ST (Ambedkar Overseas Vidya Nidhi), BC and EBC (Mahatma Jyothiba Phule Overseas Vidya Nidhi) and minority students (CM Overseas Scholarship) from Telangana. Family income below ₹5 lakh a year. Admission to a recognised foreign university; for BC students, GRE/GMAT and TOEFL/IELTS/PTE scores count in the merit list.
How much do I get under Overseas Vidya Nidhi?
Up to ₹20 lakh (or the admission letter amount, if less) for a postgraduate course abroad, plus a one-way economy ticket and visa charges.
What documents do I need for Overseas Vidya Nidhi?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Income certificate; Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC), if you claim it; Proof of admission or fee receipt; Education certificates (marksheets); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Passport-size photo.
How do I apply for Overseas Vidya Nidhi?
Register on the ePASS Overseas page for your category when the session window opens (fall or spring). Official site: https://telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in/OverseasLinks.do
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Overseas Vidya Nidhi?
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 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.