📖 Scheme Overview & Key Details
National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) scheme implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment provides full financial assistance to low-income students belonging to Scheduled Castes, Denotified Nomadic Tribes, Landless Agricultural Labourers, and Traditional Artisans to pursue Master's or Ph.D. degrees in top international universities abroad. The scholarship covers complete university tuition fees, annual living allowance, visa fees, contingency expenses, and round-trip economy air passage.
✅ Who Can Apply – Eligibility Criteria
•Students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Denotified Nomadic Tribes, Landless Agricultural Labourers, or Traditional Artisans
•Maximum age of 35 years as of April 1st of the selection year
•Total family annual income must not exceed ₹8 Lakh
•Must have secured a minimum of 60% marks in qualifying bachelor's or master's degree
📄 Required Documents – What You Need
📋 How to Apply – Step‑by‑Step Process
Step 1: Apply online at nosmsje.gov.in during active application cycles.
Step 2: Upload academic marksheets, income certificate, caste proof, and university admission letter.
Step 3: Applications are shortlisted by the Ministry Selection Committee for formal scholarship award and visa assistance.
📞 Help & Support – Official Contacts
Helpline / Support Office
011-23382393 / nos-msje@gov.in