The Indian Embassy Scholarships are among the most popular international scholarship opportunities for Nepali students. Provided by the Government of India, these scholarships aim to support human resource development and capacity building in Nepal through education at different levels—from school to PhD.

Every year, around 1,500 scholarship seats are offered to Nepali students across a wide range of fields including Engineering, Medicine, Agriculture, Pharmacy, IT, Business, Arts, and more. Since 2001, these programs have benefited over 40,000 Nepali students, making India one of the top destinations for higher education.

Overview of Indian Embassy Scholarships

Provider: Government of India
Target Students: Nepali nationals
Levels Covered: Class 6 to PhD
Total Scholarships: Approx. 1,500 seats annually
Study Destination: India and Nepal (depending on scheme)

These scholarships are part of India’s “Neighbourhood First” policy, strengthening educational and cultural ties between Nepal and India.

Major Scholarship Schemes

The Indian Embassy offers multiple scholarship schemes categorized by education level:

Scholarships for School Level (Up to 10+2)

1. Mahatma Gandhi Scholarship Scheme (MGSS)

For students of Class 11 and 12 (in Nepal)
Covers tuition and academic support
Application: Online
Opening: Oct/Nov

2. Army Public School (APS) Scholarship

For Class 6 to 9 & 11
Study in APS schools in India (Pithoragarh, Dhaula Kuan, Noida)
Application: Offline
Opening: Jan/Feb

3. Self Finance Scheme (Diploma)

Diploma in Engineering/Pharmacy
Opening: May/June

Undergraduate Scholarships

1. Atal Bihari Vajpayee General Scholarship Scheme (ABVGSS)

Courses: BE/B.Tech, BBA, BCA, BSc, etc.
Excludes medical courses
Application: Online (Feb/March)

2. COMPEX Scholarship Scheme

One of the most popular schemes
Covers:
- Engineering (BE/B.Tech)
- Agriculture
- Pharmacy
- Nursing
- Food Technology
Application: Online (Apr/May)

3. AYUSH Scholarship Scheme

Courses in Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Unani
Application: Online (May/June)

4. Lata Mangeshkar Scholarship

Music, Fine Arts, Performing Arts
Application: Online

5. SAARC Scholarship

Hospitality & Hotel Management
Application: Offline

6. Self Finance Scheme (SFS – Engineering & Medical)

Courses:
- BE/B.Tech, Architecture, Pharmacy
- MBBS/BDS
Application: Offline

7. Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme (GJSS)

Study in Nepal
Covers:
- MBBS/BDS
- Engineering (BE/B.Tech)
- Management & other 3-year programs
Application: Online (Oct/Nov)

Postgraduate Scholarships

1. Silver Jubilee Scholarship Scheme (SJSS)

Courses: MBA, MCA, MA, MSc
Application: Online (Feb/March)

2. Homi Jahangir Bhabha Scholarship

For M.E./M.Tech
Application: Offline

3. Nepal Aid Fund Scholarship

MSc in Agriculture
Application: Offline

4. Forest Research Institute (FRI)

MSc Forestry
Application: Offline

PhD Scholarships

Silver Jubilee Scholarship Scheme (SJSS) – PhD programs
AYUSH Scholarship Scheme – PhD in traditional medicine

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility varies by scheme, but general requirements include:

Basic Requirements

Must be a Nepali citizen
Must meet academic qualifications required for the chosen course
Must have good academic performance

For Undergraduate Programs

Completion of 10+2 or equivalent
Must meet subject requirements (Science for Engineering/Medical, etc.)

For Postgraduate Programs

Must hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree
Strong academic record

For School-Level Scholarships

Must meet age and grade requirements specified by each scheme

Application Process

Applications are either online or offline, depending on the scheme
Students must:
1. Choose the appropriate scholarship scheme
2. Fill out the application form
3. Submit required documents
4. Appear for entrance/interview (if required)

Students should regularly check official notices from the Indian Embassy for updates.

Tentative Application Timeline

Level	Scheme	Opening Time
School	APS	Jan/Feb
UG	ABVGSS	Feb/March
UG	COMPEX	Apr/May
UG	AYUSH	May/June
UG (Nepal)	GJSS	Oct/Nov
PG	SJSS	Feb/March

Why Choose Indian Embassy Scholarships?

Wide range of courses and levels
Study in top universities in India
Strong cultural and geographical connection
Affordable and often fully funded education
A large number of seats compared to other international scholarships

The Indian Embassy Scholarships provide one of the largest and most diverse scholarship opportunities for Nepali students. Whether you are planning to study in Nepal or India, these scholarships open doors to quality education across multiple disciplines.