Apply online for the National Overseas Scholarship Scheme (NOS) 2025-26 by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. Scholarships for SC, De-notified Nomadic & Semi-Nomadic Tribes, Landless Agricultural Labourers, and Traditional Artisans. Portal open from 15 Sept to 24 Oct 2025.

Organization Details

Organization Name: Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India
Department: Department of Social Justice & Empowerment
Scheme Name: National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) Scheme 2025-26
Portal: www.nosmsje.gov.in

About the Scheme:
The National Overseas Scholarship Scheme (NOS) is a flagship program of the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, designed to provide financial support to students from low-income families belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), De-notified Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes, Landless Agricultural Labourers, and Traditional Artisans. The scholarship enables them to pursue higher education (Masters & Ph.D. courses) in reputed foreign universities.

Scholarship Details

• Courses Covered: Master’s Degree & Ph.D. programs abroad.

• Beneficiaries:

  • Scheduled Castes (SC)

  • De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes

  • Landless Agricultural Labourers

  • Traditional Artisans

• Mode of Application: Online through NOS Portal.

• Financial Support: Full/partial funding for tuition fees, living expenses, and travel.

 Important Dates

How to Apply

1. Visit the official NOS portal: www.nosmsje.gov.in

2. Read the detailed guidelines and eligibility conditions carefully before applying.

3. Register on the portal and fill in the application form with correct details.

4. Upload the required documents and submit your application.

5. In case of mistakes, corrections can be made between 26–29 October 2025.

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