MP Study Abroad Scholarship 2026 (SC) - Apply Online

Age Details

• The official notification typically outlines an upper age limit; exact criteria vary by year. Please refer to the current year’s notification for precise age requirements.

Academic and Course Eligibility

• The applicant must be planning to pursue, or must have secured admission in, a Master’s (PG) or PhD programme in a foreign university.
• The course should be full‑time and recognised by the relevant host-country authority.
• Preference may be given to disciplines with strong research or professional value.

Category and Domicile

• The candidate must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category as recognised by the Government of Madhya Pradesh.
• A valid caste certificate issued by the competent authority in MP is mandatory at the time of application.
• The applicant must be a permanent resident (domicile) of Madhya Pradesh and should hold a valid MP domicile certificate.

Age and Other Conditions

• An upper age limit is typically specified in the notification; applicants should confirm the exact criteria in the current year’s notification.
• A strong academic record in previous degrees is required, with minimum percentage or grade criteria specified in guidelines.
• Applicants should not be availing overlapping full scholarships from another major government scheme for the same course, unless explicitly allowed.

Family Income Criteria

• Annual family income must not exceed the prescribed limit and must be certified by a competent authority via an income certificate.
• If both parents work, total income from all sources is considered for eligibility.

Important Dates

• Updated: May 19, 2026. The 2026 intake is referenced, but exact application timelines are provided in the latest official notification on the Higher Education Department’s portal. If the dates are not fully specified, include the original text here.

Application Fees

• The official notification will specify any application fee requirements. Ensure you consult the current guidelines on the official portal for exact fee details.

Additional Instructions

• The information focuses on the MP Study Abroad Scholarship 2026 for SC students of Madhya Pradesh for Master’s and PhD programs abroad.
• Verify eligibility, deadlines and application procedures in the current official notification on the Department of Higher Education’s website.
• Do not rely on third-party blogs or social media posts for final decisions; always cross-check with official documents and the designated scholarship portal.