National Overseas Scholarship (NOS)
National Overseas Scholarship
The National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) in India helps economically disadvantaged students from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Persons with Disabilities (PwD), and other marginalized groups pursue Master’s or Ph.D. degrees abroad by covering tuition, maintenance (living), and other costs like visa/insurance, with separate portals managed by relevant Ministries (Social Justice, Tribal Affairs) for application and selection, ensuring transparent, merit-based support for low-income individuals to gain global higher education.
Q1. What is National Overseas Scholarship (NOS)?
👉 NOS is a Government of India scholarship scheme for students from SC, Denotified Tribes, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes, Landless Agricultural Labourers and Traditional Artisans to study abroad.
Q2. Who provides this scholarship?
👉 It is provided by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India.
Q3. What is the main aim of NOS?
👉 To help deserving students pursue higher education in foreign universities.
Q4. For which courses is NOS given?
👉 For Master’s Degree and Ph.D. programs only.
Q5. Is NOS available for Bachelor’s degree?
👉 No, it is not available for undergraduate courses.
Q6. Which countries are covered?
👉 Countries like USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, and other approved nations.
Q7. Who is eligible to apply?
👉 Students belonging to SC and other specified categories with good academic records.
Q8. Is there an age limit?
👉 Yes, usually up to 35 years for Master’s and 40 years for Ph.D.
Q9. Is there an income limit?
👉 Yes, family income should normally be below the prescribed limit (around ₹8 lakh per annum – as per guidelines).
Q10. What expenses are covered?
👉 Tuition fees, maintenance allowance, travel expenses, visa fees, etc.
Q11. How many scholarships are offered?
👉 Limited number every year as decided by the Government.
Q12. Is work experience required?
👉 Not mandatory, but helpful for some courses.
Q13. How to apply for NOS?
👉 Through the official online portal of the Ministry.
Q14. When are applications invited?
👉 Generally once every year.
Q15. Is admission offer required before applying?
👉 Yes, usually an admission letter from a foreign university is needed.
Q16. Can the scholarship be renewed?
👉 Yes, based on academic performance.
Q17. Is coaching or test preparation funded?
👉 No, only higher education expenses are funded.
Q18. Can the scholarship be cancelled?
👉 Yes, if rules are violated or performance is poor.
Q19. Is there any bond after completion?
👉 Sometimes candidates must return to India and serve for a certain period.
Q20. Where can we get official details?
👉 From the official website of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
Link- http://National Overseas Scholarship
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