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Scholarships in India:
Your Guide to
Funding Education

Learn about state-wise, merit-based, and international study scholarships. And if you need extra funds, Milaap can help.

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Different Types of Scholarships in India

Understanding the various scholarship categories can help you identify the best opportunities for your educational journey.

For government scholarships, the primary resource is the National Scholarship Portal.

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Merit-based Scholarships

Awarded based on academic excellence, standardized test scores, and overall achievements.

Need-based Scholarships

Financial assistance for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

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Government-funded Scholarships

Central and state government schemes supporting education across various categories.

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Private/NGO Scholarships

Funding opportunities from private organizations, foundations, and NGOs.

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Sports & Talent-based Scholarships

Support for students with exceptional abilities in sports, arts, and other talents.

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Minority & Community-specific Scholarships

Targeted support for minority communities and specific demographic groups.

State-Wise Scholarships in India

Explore scholarship opportunities available in different states across India.

Maharashtra
Post-Matric Scholarship

Financial assistance for SC/ST/OBC students pursuing higher education.

Source: MahaDBT Portal
Karnataka
Vidyasiri Scholarship

Merit-cum-means scholarship for economically weaker sections.

Source: State Scholarship Portal
Tamil Nadu
BC/MBC Scholarships

Support for Backward Class and Most Backward Class students.

Source: BC/MBC Welfare Dept.
West Bengal
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means

Merit and need-based scholarship for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Source: SVMCM Portal
Kerala
State Merit Scholarship

Academic excellence rewards for top-performing students across categories.

Source: DCE Scholarship Portal

Scholarships for Students Planning to Study Abroad

Highlight popular international scholarship opportunities that can help fund your overseas education dreams.

🌍 USA

Fulbright-Neru Masters Fellowship

Prestigious fellowship for Indian students to pursue master's degree in the United States.

Source: USIEF
🌍 UK

Chevening Scholarships

UK government's global scholarship programme for outstanding emerging leaders.

Source: Chevening
🌍 EU

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters

European Union scholarship for joint master's degree programmes across multiple countries.

Source: European Union
🌍 USA/UK/Europe

Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarship

Support for exceptional Indian students to pursue higher education abroad.

Source: Inlaks Foundation
🌍 Germany

DAAD Scholarships

German Academic Exchange Service scholarships for various study programmes.

Source: DAAD India

When Scholarships Aren't Enough

Scholarships and grants often cover only a part of tuition or exclude living, travel, and material costs. Through Milaap, you can raise funds directly from friends, family, and generous supporters to cover these additional expenses.

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Cover Additional Costs

Living expenses, travel, materials, and other costs not covered by scholarships.

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Community Support

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