Scholarship: Children of Farmers and Laborers Can Now Study Abroad; Bihar Government Launches Scholarship Scheme..
The Government of Bihar has launched a major initiative for meritorious students belonging to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), making the dream of studying abroad a reality. Children of farmers, laborers, and artisans, in particular, will directly benefit from this scheme. Under the National Overseas Scholarship (NOS), eligible students will receive financial assistance to pursue higher education abroad. This will provide students with the opportunity to focus on their studies without having to worry about tuition fees and other expenses. This scheme serves as a golden opportunity for young individuals who, despite having limited resources, dare to dream big.
**What is the NOS Scholarship Scheme?**
The objective of the National Overseas Scholarship scheme, implemented in Bihar, is to provide poor and talented students with the opportunity to study abroad. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to the children of Scheduled Castes (SC), Denotified and Nomadic Tribes, landless agricultural laborers, and traditional artisans. Through this scholarship, students can pursue a Master's degree or a Ph.D.
**Who Can Apply?**
To apply for this scheme, a student's family's annual income must be less than ₹8 lakh. The applicant's age must not exceed 35 years. Additionally, it is mandatory to have secured a minimum of 60% marks in the qualifying examination. A Bachelor's degree is required for Master's courses, while a Master's degree is mandatory for Ph.D. programs.
**Key Condition Regarding Admission**
To qualify for the scholarship, a student must possess an unconditional offer of admission from one of the top 500 universities in the world. This ranking will be determined based on the QS World University Rankings 2025.
**Information on Seats**
Under this scheme, a total of 125 students will be selected annually. Of these, 30% of the seats will be reserved for women. If a sufficient number of female candidates are not found, these seats will be allotted to male candidates. Seats by Category
Scheduled Castes: 115
Denotified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes: 6
Landless Laborers and Artisan Class: 4
Essential Terms and Conditions
Selected students must return to India within 30 days of completing their studies. Furthermore, they must reside in the country for a minimum of one year. If a student fails to comply with these regulations, they may be required to repay the scholarship amount, along with accrued interest.
How to Apply?
Students can apply for this scholarship online. To do so, they must first visit the official portal and register. Subsequently, they must log in to fill out the application form and upload the necessary documents. It is essential to carefully read all instructions before submitting the application.
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