The Scholarships for Higher Education Abroad to Meritorious Boys and Girls from Open Category Scheme was launched on 4 October 2018 by the Government of Maharashtra. It is proposed for providing financial support to eligible open/unreserved category students so that meritorious students belonging to the State can pursue studies such as PG, Diplomas, and Ph.D. Students should focus on programs with universities ranked within the Top 200 by Times Higher Education (THE) or Quacquarelli Symonds (QS).
Benefits
- Covered Total Fee: Covers full tuition based on the offer provided by the respective university.
- Health Cover: Pays entirely for personal health cover for all time spent for learning.
- Subsistence Allowance: An allowance for students for living expenditures:
- GBP 9900 if going to the UK
- USD 15400 otherwise
- Airfare Coverage: Coverage of one single airfare by the student for travel.
Eligibility
The Scholarships for Higher Education Abroad program is open for the following classes of applicants only:
- Nationality and Residency: The applicant and his/her parents/guardian must be citizens of India and residents of Maharashtra.
- Category: The student has to belong to the open/unreserved category only. Those from the reserved category applying under the open category are also eligible.
- University Ranking: THE or QS should rank the foreign university in the first 200 rankings.
- Offer Letter: An unconditional offer letter issued by the overseas institution has to be possessed by the applicant.
- Income Criteria: The annual income of the family has to be less than ₹8 lakhs.
Eligibility of the Course:
For PG, Diploma, and Ph.D. courses, candidates need to fulfill the academic and institutional requirements as prescribed by the scheme.
Scholarship Seats by Branch/Course
| Sl. No. | Branch/Course | Post Graduate Degree and Diploma | Doctorate | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Art | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| 2 | Commerce | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| 3 | Science | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| 4 | Management | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| 5 | Law Course | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| 6 | Engineering/Architecture Science | 04 | 04 | 08 |
| 7 | Pharmacology | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Total | 10 | 10 | 20 |
Application Procedure
Online Application:
- Step 1: The applications for the scholarship are released online every year.
- Step 2: Go to the official website of the Directorate of Technical Education at www.dtemaharashtra.gov.in.
- Step 3: Sign up on the portal with your personal and academic information.
- Step 4: Submit your online application before the due date. The Directorate will scrutinize the eligibility of all applicants and prepare an eligible list of candidates.
Required Documents
Applicants need the following documents:
- Identity Proof: Government-issued ID (Aadhar, Passport, etc.)
- Domicile Certificate: Residence in Maharashtra
- Income Certificate: The family income is below ₹8 lakhs.
- Offer Letter: Unconditional from the foreign institution.
- Certification of Educational Qualification: Marksheets and Degree Certificate.
- Passport: The candidate’s passport is valid.
- No-Objection Certificate: This is applicable in case the candidate is already employed.
FAQ
- Which department will implement this scheme?
The Department of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra, will implement this scheme. - How can I apply under the scheme?
Applications are to be made online through the official website of the Directorate of Technical Education: www.dtemaharashtra.gov.in. - Which courses are covered under this scholarship?
The scholarship is applicable for Post Graduate, Diploma after Graduation, and Ph.D. courses in foreign institutions. - Does this scheme cover six-month courses?
No, the scholarship does not cover courses that are less than the prescribed duration for Post Graduation, Diploma, or Ph.D. - How many students are covered by the scholarship?
The scheme covers 20 students each year, for which 10 seats are given for Post Graduate and Diploma courses, and 10 seats are given for Ph.D. courses. - Is there any reservation for girls?
No, so far, no specific reservation for girls is in place; both boys and girls can apply for the available seats. - Which educational institutions are eligible for the scholarship?
Institutions must be ranked within the top 200 by Times Higher Education (THE) or Quacquarelli Symonds (QS). - What education qualification do students need to apply?
Applicants must hold a relevant undergraduate degree for PG or Diploma courses or a relevant postgraduate degree for Ph.D. courses. - What are the eligibility criteria for Ph.D. course study under the scheme?
Candidates wishing to join Ph.D. need to meet all the eligibility criteria that apply for other courses; an unconditional offer letter is mandatory from a foreign institution that is recognized. - Does the candidate require a no-objection certificate if employed?
Yes, the candidate who is employed requires to provide a no-objection certificate issued by the employer. - Is a Conditional Offer Letter issued by the foreign educational institution acceptable?
No, the offer letter has to be unconditional. - How much support does the government give for passport procurement?
The government does not directly support passport procurement. Applicants need to ensure that they have a valid passport to travel. - What rankings should be considered while making the choice for the course?
The institution in which one wishes to study should be ranked among the top 200 by THE or QS ranking. - If documents were sent abroad for personal examination, how do I prove documents?
If documents are taken abroad, send verified copies or approach the institute for a process of verification.