National Overseas Scholarship Scheme 2025-26: Global Study Opportunity for ST Students

Published: May 30, 2025

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, invites applications for the National Overseas Scholarship Scheme for ST Students 2025-26, aiming to support Scheduled Tribe (ST) students in pursuing higher education abroad.

This initiative provides financial assistance for postgraduate (Master’s), doctoral (PhD), and postdoctoral studies at reputed international institutions.

Key Highlights

Scholarship Name: National Overseas Scholarship Scheme for ST Students 2025-26
Offered By: Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India
Courses Covered: Master's, PhD, and Postdoctoral programs abroad
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must belong to the ST category
- Hold a Master's degree, PhD, or Postdoctoral qualification
- Minimum 55% marks in the last qualifying exam
- Annual family income must be less than ?6,00,000
- Fulfill age limit criteria as per guidelines