Minority Development Dept, Govt of Maharashtra
Tuition, return airfare, insurance, living allowance (US$15,400 / UK £9,900) and contingency grant. 30% of seats for women.
Fully funded
Muslim, Buddhist, Christian, Jain, Sikh, Parsi or Jewish students, permanent residents of Maharashtra, family income up to ₹8 lakh, 55% in the previous degree, unconditional admission to a QS top-200 university. Age 35 (PG) / 40 (PhD).
Date to be confirmed
2026-27 online applications closed 18 July 2026; printed copy then sent to the Directorate in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Next call expected mid-2027.
How to apply: Separate application
Essays this award asks for:
Most awards also ask for transcripts, ID and an admission offer. Check the official page for the exact list.
Last verified: 13 Oct 2026
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Interest on an IBA-model education loan is paid by the government during the moratorium period.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Tuition at actuals + maintenance US$15,400/yr (UK £9,900) + contingency, visa, insurance and economy airfare. 125 awards a year; 30% for women.
Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Tuition, maintenance, contingency, visa, insurance and airfare on the same scale as NOS. Around 20 awards a year (including PVTG seats).
Govt of Andhra Pradesh
Assistance towards tuition and travel for top-ranked universities (amount set per notification).
