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Bidesh Sikhyabrutis Scholarship Scheme 2026 – Apply between 18-31 Aug, 2026 | Higher Education Dept, Odisha

BIDESH SIKHYABRUTIS SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME 2026

Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha – Notification Dated 05.12.2025

Scheme Name Bidesh Sikhyabrutis

Department Higher Education Department, Govt. of Odisha

Application Period 18.08.2026 – 31.08.2026

Total Scholarships 50 per year

Eligible Categories

SC / ST

Permanent residents of Odisha

Annual Family Income

≤ ₹12 Lakh

Gross annual income from all sources

Scholarship Amount

₹25 Lakh/Year

Up to ₹50 Lakh per course (PG/Ph.D.)

Institution Type

Top 200 QS

World-ranked foreign universities

Key Provisions of the Bidesh Sikhyabrutis Scheme

Scheme Objective: To provide financial assistance to meritorious SC/ST students of Odisha, enabling them to pursue Postgraduate (PG) and Ph.D. studies at Top 200 QS-ranked foreign institutions.
Eligibility – Domicile & Category: Applicants must be permanent residents of Odisha and belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
Eligibility – Admission & Income: Candidates must hold an unconditional offer of admission from a Top 200 QS-ranked foreign university, and the annual family income must not exceed ₹12,00,000.
Eligibility – Academic: For Ph.D., a minimum of 65% in the Master's degree is required, with a maximum age of 40 years. For PG courses, the requirement is a minimum of 65% in the Bachelor's degree, with a maximum age of 35 years.
Number of Scholarships: A total of 50 students are supported per year – 30 under General Studies (10 PG + 20 Ph.D.) and 20 under Technical/Professional streams (8 PG + 12 Ph.D.). The stream-wise distribution is flexible.
Scholarship Amount: Up to ₹25 lakh per annum (covering Tuition: ₹15L, Living: ₹7L, and Misc: ₹3L), with a maximum of ₹50 lakh per student per course. PG courses are supported for 1-2 years, while Ph.D. is supported for 2 years.
Application Process: Applications must be submitted online through the OSS Portal (https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in) between 18.08.2026 and 31.08.2026. Required documents include caste certificate, income certificate, admission proof, academic records, and others as specified.
Selection Process: Merit lists are prepared based on the QS ranking of the admitting university. In case of a tie, the candidate with higher marks in the qualifying exam is preferred, followed by lower annual income. The Odisha State Higher Education Council (OSHEC) manages the selection process.
Exclusivity: Applicants must not be availing any other scholarship. If any financial assistance is received from the foreign university after the award, the scholarship stands cancelled.
Mandatory Conditions: Candidates must obtain the appropriate visa independently and give an undertaking to return to India after completing the course. Changing the course of study without prior approval is not permitted.
Monitoring: Students are required to submit academic progress reports every 6 months. Non-compliance may lead to recovery of the scholarship amount and criminal proceedings.
Supplementary Support: Selected students can also avail Educational Loan with Interest Subvention under the Kalinga Sikhya Sathi Yojana (KSSY) for any additional financial requirements.

Important Points to Note

Target Beneficiaries: SC/ST students who are permanent residents of Odisha.
Income Limit: The annual family income (from all sources) must be ≤ ₹12 lakh.
Institution Ranking: Admission must be secured at a university ranked in the Top 200 QS World Rankings (based on the latest available ranking at the time of application).
Course Levels: The scholarship is available only for PG (1-2 years) and Ph.D. (2 years) courses.
Financial Support: Up to ₹25 lakh per year is provided (covering tuition, living, and miscellaneous expenses), with a lifetime cap of ₹50 lakh per student per course.
Application Window: Online applications are accepted from 18th August 2026 to 31st August 2026 on the OSS Portal.
Selection Basis: Merit is primarily determined by the QS ranking of the admitting university – higher-ranked institutions get preference.
No Concurrent Scholarships: Candidates cannot receive any other scholarship or financial assistance for the same purpose.
Deferral: Selected candidates may defer their admission for up to one year; beyond that, the award stands cancelled.
Accountability: Students must submit 6-monthly progress reports duly signed by the Principal Investigator or HOD. Failure to comply may result in fund recovery and legal action.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Bidesh Sikhyabrutis Scholarship Scheme?

It is a scholarship scheme by the Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha, to provide financial assistance to SC/ST students of Odisha to pursue PG and Ph.D. courses in Top 200 QS-ranked foreign universities.

Who is eligible to apply?

Applicants must be permanent residents of Odisha, belong to SC/ST categories, have an unconditional offer from a Top 200 QS-ranked foreign university, and have an annual family income ≤ ₹12 lakh.

What is the scholarship amount?

The scholarship provides up to ₹25 lakh per annum (₹15L tuition, ₹7L living, ₹3L miscellaneous). The maximum support per student per course is ₹50 lakh.

How many scholarships are awarded?

A total of 50 scholarships are awarded per year – 30 for General Studies and 20 for Technical/Professional courses.

What is the application period?

Applications are to be submitted online through the OSS Portal from 18th August 2026 to 31st August 2026.

What is the selection process?

Selection is based on the QS ranking of the admitting university. In case of a tie, the candidate with higher marks in the qualifying exam gets preference, followed by lower annual income.

Can I avail this scholarship along with other scholarships?

No. You must not be availing any other scholarship or financial assistance from any government, PSU, or private organization. If you receive any assistance from the foreign university, the scholarship will be cancelled.

What is the duration of the scholarship?

For PG courses, the support is for 1-2 years (depending on the course duration). For Ph.D., it is for 2 years. No extension beyond 2 years is allowed.

What are the mandatory documents required?

Key documents include: 10th certificate, residency certificate, income certificate, caste certificate, passport-size photo, qualifying degree mark sheets, admission offer letter, Aadhaar card, and passport/VISA (after selection).

What happens if I fail to submit progress reports?

Selected students must submit 6-monthly academic progress reports signed by the Principal Investigator/HOD. Failure to do so may result in recovery of the entire scholarship amount, criminal proceedings, and debarment from future schemes.