The Chief Minister’s Overseas Scholarship Scheme for Minorities was launched by the Minorities Welfare Department, Government of Telangana in 19.05.2015. The scheme provides financial assistance to 500 students per year from the minority community to pursue PG and Doctoral (Ph.D.) studies in accredited foreign universities.
Benefits of the Scheme
1. Tuition Fees & Financial Assistance
- Installment-I: ₹10.00 Lakhs (or actual fee, whichever is lower) upon submission of the landing permit/1-94 Card (Immigration Card).
- Installment-II: ₹10.00 Lakhs (or actual fee, whichever is lower) upon submission of 1st Semester Results.
2. Additional Benefits
- One-way airfare to the selected country.
- Educational loan eligibility from any nationalized bank.
- Awardees are allowed to work as Research/Teaching Assistants to supplement their allowances.
Eligibility Criteria
General Eligibility
- Resident of Telangana.
- Belongs to a Minority Community.
- Upper Age Limit: 35 years (as of July 1 of the application year).
- Only one child per family is eligible.
- Scholarship can be availed only once (no repeat awards).
Educational Qualification Requirements
- For Postgraduate Courses:
- 60% marks or equivalent grade in Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields:
- Engineering
- Management
- Pure Sciences
- Agriculture Sciences
- Medicine & Nursing
- Social Sciences
- Humanities
- 60% marks or equivalent grade in Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields:
- For Ph.D. Courses:
- 60% marks or equivalent grade in Postgraduate Degree in any of the above disciplines.
Additional Requirements
- Valid TOEFL/IELTS & GRE/GMAT scores.
- Admission confirmation from an accredited foreign university.
- Valid Passport.
- Family income should be below ₹5 lakh per annum.
Eligible Countries
- USA
- UK
- Australia
- Canada
- Singapore
- Germany
- New Zealand
- Japan
- France
- South Korea
Important Notes
- Candidates must join the university within one year of selection; otherwise, the award is automatically canceled.
- No course or university changes are allowed after scholarship approval.
- It is the student’s responsibility to secure university admission and a visa.
- 33% of scholarships are reserved for women candidates.
- Only one child per family can avail of this scholarship.
Application Process
Online Application
- Notification is published in newspapers and on the e-PASS portal in August/September and January/February.
- Apply online at Telangana ePass between:
- August 1 – September 30
- January 1 – February 28/29
- Click on “Overseas Scholarship Services” on the homepage.
- Select “Chief Minister’s Overseas Scholarship Scheme for Minorities” and click on ‘Registration’.
- Fill in the registration form and submit the application.
Note:
- The application must be complete and include all required documents.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Documents Required
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Birth Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- E-pass ID Number
- Residential/Nativity Certificate
- Passport Copy
- Mark Sheets (SSC, Intermediate, Graduate, PG)
- GRE/GMAT or equivalent qualifying exam scorecard
- TOEFL/IELTS scorecard
- Admission offer letter from a Foreign University (I-20 or equivalent)
- Latest Tax Assessment Copy
- Bank Pass Book Copy (Nationalized Bank Only)
- Passport-sized Photograph
- Any other required documents
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: When was this scheme launched?
The scheme was launched in 2015-16 by the Government of Telangana. - Q: Which department implements this scheme?
The Minorities Welfare Department, Government of Telangana. - Q: What is the maximum financial assistance provided?
A total of ₹20 lakh is provided in two installments, along with one-way airfare. - Q: What is the maximum age limit for applicants?
35 years as of July 1 of the application year. - Q: Can two siblings from the same family apply?
No, only one child per family can avail of the scholarship. - Q: Can an applicant apply more than once?
No, each student can avail of the scholarship only once in a lifetime. - Q: What is the income limit for eligibility?
Less than ₹5 lakh per annum from all sources. - Q: Is this scheme available for students from other states?
No, only permanent residents of Telangana are eligible. - Q: Which countries are eligible for higher education under this scheme?
The scholarship applies to USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Singapore, Germany, Japan, France, South Korea, and New Zealand.