The Modi government will give up to 20 lakh rupees for for PhD abroad

Under the scheme of the Ministry of Social Justice of the Government of India, eligible students of the SC / ST category will get financial assistance of up to Rs 20 lakh for a PhD abroad.

There is a very important news for the economically weaker students of the Scheduled Caste and Tribe category who dream of higher studies and especially want to do a PhD from abroad. The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment of the Government of India will give financial assistance of up to Rs 20 lakh to such promising students. Its purpose is to give new flight to the dreams that are stopped due to financial constraints.

Who can take advantage?

The candidate should have completed post graduation with at least 60% marks. The maximum age limit is 35 years. The annual income of the family should be less than Rs 8 lakh. The applicant should be from Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe category. If you meet these conditions, then the way to study abroad can open for you.

What will you get in this scheme?

Under this scheme, the government provides this financial assistance to 125 students every year. This amount is decided on the basis of your chosen course and the level of the institute.

How will you get the benefit?

After applying, your selection will depend on your academic record, ranking of the institute and choice of course. If you are found eligible, the ministry will directly give you this financial assistance.

Time limit is also important

You will get a maximum of 4 years to complete PhD abroad. That is, with the help of the government, you will have to finish your course in the stipulated time.

How to apply?

Interested candidates can apply for this scheme by visiting nosmsje.gov.in. You will get detailed information, guidelines and application form on the website.

Understand as an example

Suppose, a student from Delhi is from Scheduled Caste category, he has scored 65% marks in post graduation, age is 30 years and the annual income of the family is Rs 6 lakh. If he gets an offer for PhD in a big university like Oxford or Harvard, he can avail financial help of up to Rs 20 lakh under this scheme. This will include his tuition fees, visa, air ticket and living expenses.