Narotam Sekhsaria Postgraduate Scholarship

About this scheme

The Narotam Sekhsaria Postgraduate Scholarship is a merit-based, interest-free loan scholarship offered by the Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation to help outstanding Indian students pursue postgraduate studies at prestigious institutions in India and abroad. Along with financial support, selected scholars also receive mentorship and access to the foundation's scholar network.

Eligibility

• Category: Open to General/Merit, SC/ST, OBC, EWS, Minority, Girl/Women, and BC/MBC categories
• Citizenship: Must be an Indian citizen residing in India
• Age: Must be below 30 years of age
• Education: Must have graduated from a recognized Indian university
• Course: Must be planning to pursue postgraduate (PG) or PhD/Research studies at a reputed institution in India or abroad
• Final year students: Students in the final year of their degree or awaiting results can also apply
• Admission status: Candidates awaiting admission decisions are also eligible to apply; however, scholarship approval is subject to securing admission

Benefits

• Up to ₹20 lakh interest-free repayable financial assistance
• Amount may vary depending on course fees and financial requirement
• Mentorship and access to the foundation's scholar network

Required documents

• Undergraduate mark sheets/transcripts
• Postgraduate mark sheets (if applicable)(optional)
• GRE/GMAT/CAT/GATE/IELTS/TOEFL scorecards (if applicable)(optional)
• University admission letter and fee structure
• Letters of Recommendation (LORs)
• Passport copy
• Latest Income Tax Returns of co-applicant/parent
• Proof of other scholarships or fee waivers(optional)
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• Identity proof and passport-size photograph

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