The “Scholarships for Higher Education Abroad to Meritorious Boys and Girls from Open Category” is a prestigious initiative by the Department of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra, launched on 4th October 2018. This scheme supports students from the open/unreserved category aspiring to pursue Postgraduate, Diploma after Graduation, or Ph.D. courses abroad. Each year, 20 deserving students are selected to receive full financial assistance for studying in top 200 ranked universities worldwide, as per THE (Times Higher Education) or QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) rankings.
Short Summary
• Scheme Name: Scholarships for Higher Education Abroad – Open Category
• Launched By: Department of Higher and Technical Education, Maharashtra
• Launched On: 4th October 2018
• Beneficiaries: Open category students (including reserved category applying from open)
• Target Courses: PG, Postgraduate Diploma, and Ph.D. abroad
• Institution Ranking Criteria: Top 200 in THE or QS Ranking
• Total Scholarships per Year: 20 (across 7 disciplines)
• Application Mode: Online via www.dtemaharashtra.gov.in
Benefits
| Benefit Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Full reimbursement as per actual fees prescribed by the university |
| Health Insurance | Full reimbursement of personal health insurance |
| Subsistence Allowance | ₹12.75 lakh (approx.) for full course duration (GBP 9900 for UK, USD 15400 for others) |
| Travel Assistance | One-time return airfare (economy class) |
Eligible Fields and Seat Distribution
| Branch/Course | PG & Diploma | Ph.D. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Commerce | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Science | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Management | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Law | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Engineering/Architecture/Science | 04 | 04 | 08 |
| Pharmacology | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Total | 10 | 10 | 20 |
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a resident of Maharashtra along with parent/guardian
• Should belong to the open/unreserved category
• Reserved category students applying from open quota are also eligible
• Should possess an unconditional offer letter from a Top 200 ranked university (THE/QS)
• Annual family income must be less than ₹8,00,000
• Minimum qualification:
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PG/Diploma – Graduation
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Ph.D. – Postgraduation
• No-Objection Certificate (NOC) required if the candidate is employed
Application Process
Online Application Steps
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Visit the official portal: https://www.dtemaharashtra.gov.in
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Register as a new user by providing details and verifying with OTP
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Fill out the scholarship application form online
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Upload scanned copies of all required documents
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Submit before the deadline
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After verification and scrutiny, the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) prepares a merit list
Documents Required
• Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
• Domicile Certificate of Maharashtra
• Income Certificate
• Unconditional Offer Letter from the foreign university
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
• Valid passport
• No-Objection Certificate (NOC) if employed
• Any other document requested by the DTE
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- By which department will this scheme be implemented?
The scheme “Scholarship Scheme for meritorious children for higher studies abroad” is implemented by the Department of Higher and Technical Education of the Government of Maharashtra. - How to apply under the scheme?
The applicant may apply online by visiting the official website: www.dtemaharashtra.gov.in - Which courses is the scholarship paid under this scheme?
Scholarships are offered for Post-Graduation, Diploma after Graduation, and Ph.D. courses. - Does this scheme cover the six-month course?
No, the scheme does not cover the six-month course. - How many students are covered by the scholarship?
The scholarship will be given to twenty students only. - How much reservation is there in the scheme for girls?
30% of the total seats are reserved for the girls. - Which educational institution should I enroll in for a scholarship abroad?
Candidates should enroll for PG, Diploma after Graduation, and Ph.D. courses from a foreign educational institution, THE (Times Higher Education) / or QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) Ranking must be within 200 rankings. - What is the minimum educational qualification required for applying under the scheme?
The candidates must have passed graduation or post-graduation exam with a minimum of 60% marks from recognized universities in India. - What is the eligibility for Scholarships for Ph.D. course study in an abroad institution?
The candidate, taken up for a Ph.D. thesis abroad, should have Post Graduate Degree with a minimum of 60% marks from recognized universities in India. - Is it necessary to give a no-objection certificate by the candidate who is in the job?
Yes, the candidate who is in the job should give a no-objection certificate and also provide information about the organization (Employer) where he/she works. - Is it necessary to have a Conditional Offer Letter from the foreign educational institution?
Yes, the students must have received an Unconditional Offer Letter from a foreign educational institution. - What assistance will the government provide for obtaining passports?
It will be the responsibility of the student to obtain passports and visas. - What rankings are to be considered for selecting the course?
While selecting for Bachelor’s Scholarship, the QS or THE ranking average will be considered. - How to verify the document if the candidate has taken his/her original document/s abroad for personal examination?
Such documents/certificates should be signed by the candidate (including education) and certified by the concerned authorities of the University. Further, he/she can by taking or attesting from Indian embassies abroad and send a scanned copy through e-mails immediately, and the originals which are attested/certified to be sent by courier to Directorate.