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How do I find scholarships for studying abroad from Indore? (2025 Guide)

Indian students from Indore can absolutely reduce the cost of studying abroad—if you know where to look and how to apply. This guide shows you the fastest places to find real scholarships, what to prepare, and how Renascence Global (Indore) can help you win funding.


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Quick answer (start here)

  1. Shortlist universities → check each official scholarships page

  2. Apply for Indian & foreign-government schemes (Fulbright, Chevening, DAAD, Australia Awards)

  3. Add private foundations (Inlaks, J.N. Tata, Narotam Sekhsaria, KC Mahindra)

  4. Search portals (NSP, Buddy4Study) and follow social channels

  5. Prepare documents early (SOP, LORs, transcripts, proof of funds)

  6. Book a free scholarship counselling slot in Indore

1) University scholarships (highest success rate)

Most global universities offer merit/need/departmental awards. After you shortlist courses, check:

  • “International scholarships” + your program/department

  • Early-bird / country-specific awards for India

  • Fee waivers tied to grades/test scores/portfolios

Pro tip: University awards often stack with external scholarships if rules allow. Apply for both.

Frontlink: Shortlist help → Smart Programs (Start in India → Transfer Abroad)Frontlink: UAE options → Study in UAE (Dubai)

2) Indian Government & MP Tribal Affairs (ST) scholarships

A) National Overseas Scholarship (ST) — Ministry of Tribal Affairs (Govt. of India)

For Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates pursuing Master’s/PhD abroad. Covers living allowance, tuition (limits apply), contingency, etc.

  • Check eligibility (category, age, income, admission to accredited foreign university)

  • Apply on the official portal during the notification windowBacklink: Ministry of Tribal Affairs – National Overseas Scholarship (ST) (official portal)

B) Post-Matric Scholarship (ST), MPTAAS — Tribal Affairs Dept., Govt. of Madhya Pradesh

For ST students of MP enrolled in recognized institutions (primarily India-based; rules may update). Even if not for overseas tuition, it can offset prep costs (tests, supporting study) while you ready your foreign applications.Backlink: MPTAAS – MP Tribal Affairs Scholarship Portal (official)

Not ST? Explore the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) for other central/state schemes.Backlink: National Scholarship Portal (NSP) (official)

3) Foreign Government scholarships (for Indian students)

  • Fulbright-Nehru (India) — Master’s/Research/Academic & Professional programs for Indians; competitive, holistic selection.Backlink: USIEF – Fulbright-Nehru (official)

  • Chevening (UK) — Fully funded one-year Master’s; leadership potential & strong references are key.Backlink: Chevening Scholarships (official)

  • DAAD (Germany) — Wide range of Master’s/PhD/funding lines; many English-taught programs.Backlink: DAAD Scholarship Database (official)

  • Australia Awards — Select disciplines; development impact and leadership are emphasized.Backlink: Australia Awards (official)

  • (Note) Gilman is for U.S. citizens (not Indian citizens). Include only if you hold U.S. citizenship.Backlink: Gilman Scholarship (official)

4) Private foundations & trust scholarships (India)

  • Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation — Master’s/Doctoral in top global institutions; need criteria + strong portfolio/profile.Backlink: Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation (official)

  • J.N. Tata Endowment — Loan scholarship (low interest) for postgraduate studies abroad; widely used by Indian students.Backlink: JN Tata Endowment (official)

  • Narotam Sekhsaria — Interest-free loan scholarship for Master’s abroad (merit-based).Backlink: Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation (official)

  • KC Mahindra Scholarships — Interest-free loan scholarships for postgraduate study abroad.Backlink: KC Mahindra Education Trust (official)

  • Tata Scholarship (Cornell, UG) — For Indian undergraduates at Cornell University specifically.Backlink: Tata–Cornell Scholarship (official)

5) Portals, community & alerts

  • Buddy4Study — Aggregated scholarship listings; set custom alerts.Backlink: Buddy4Study (portal)

  • University pages + LinkedIn/Twitter — Follow target departments, international offices, Embassies (UK/US/DE/AUS), DAAD India, Campus France, Education in Ireland, etc., for rolling updates.

6) What to prepare (Indore students’ checklist)

  • Academic docs: Transcripts, provisional/degree, consolidated marksheets

  • Test scores (if needed): IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/DET; GRE/GMAT only if your course requires

  • SOP/Essays & LORs (academic + professional)

  • Financials: Bank statements/affidavit/ITR; proof of funds per country rules

  • Passport & identity docs

  • Portfolio (design/film/arts) or research proposal (if applicable)

Frontlink: Get your SOP/LOR reviewed → Free Counselling – Renascence Global

7) Deadlines & timeline (typical)

  • 12–16 months out: Shortlist countries/universities; check cost & funding

  • 10–12 months: Take English tests (only if needed); draft SOP; request LORs

  • 8–10 months: Submit applications; apply university scholarships

  • 6–8 months: Apply external scholarships (govt/foundations); gather financials

  • 3–6 months: Offers, fee deposits, visa file, accommodation, pre-departure

8) Common mistakes to avoid

  • Spending ₹50,000+ on GMAT/GRE when your course doesn’t need it

  • Starting scholarship search after applying (do it in parallel)

  • Using generic SOP; committees spot it instantly

  • Missing country-specific rules (e.g., blocked account in Germany, OSHC in Australia)

  • Ignoring departmental awards while chasing only university-wide funds

Sample shortlists for popular destinations

  • UAE/Dubai: university merit awards, campus-specific India bursaries→ Start here: Study in UAE (Dubai)

  • UK: Chevening, GREAT Scholarships, university bursaries, departmental awards

  • Germany: DAAD, Deutschlandstipendium, program-level waivers

  • Australia: Destination-specific waivers, Australia Awards (select), faculty bursaries

  • France: Campus France scholarships (e.g., Charpak), university merit waivers

Need a hand?

If you’re in Indore, we can build a scholarship-first plan: shortlist courses that actually fund Indians, align your SOP with funder criteria, and file on time.

Book Free Scholarship Counselling (Indore):📲 WhatsApp: +91 8349461171🌐 Renascence Global – Start Your Application

 
 
 

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