High Commission of India Offers Scholarships for Malaysian Nationals

As education becomes increasingly globalised, opportunities for students to pursue their academic aspirations beyond borders have expanded significantly. For Malaysian nationals and non-resident Indians (NRIs), numerous scholarship programmes offer avenues to access quality education in institutions across India. These scholarships cater to diverse fields of study and are designed to foster academic excellence and cultural exchange. Let’s delve into the details of these scholarships, which open doors to a world of educational possibilities:

Scholarships available for Malaysian nationals:

1. Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme:
   • Brief: This programme offers training and capacity-building courses in various institutions across India, targeting government officials and professionals from Malaysia.
   • Features: Fully funded by the Government of India, ITEC provides coverage for airfare, hostel accommodation, tuition fees, emergency medical expenses, a gratis visa, and a daily allowance.
   • Link: ITEC Programme
2. AYUSH Scholarship Scheme:
   • Brief: Aimed at promoting traditional Indian medicine, this scholarship offers opportunities for Malaysians to pursue Bachelor courses in Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy in Indian institutions.
   • Features: Administered by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), the scheme provides scholarships covering undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD courses for applicants above 18 years of age.
   • Link: AYUSH Scholarship Scheme
3. Atal Bihari Vajpayee General Scholarship Scheme (GSS):
   • Brief: This scholarship caters to Malaysians seeking to pursue bachelor’s, master’s, and research courses, excluding medical, fashion-related, law, and integrated courses.
   • Features: Administered by the ICCR, the scholarship has age criteria ranging from 18 to 45 years, depending on the level of study.
   • Link: Atal Bihari Vajpayee General Scholarship Scheme (GSS)
4. Dr. S. Radhakrishnan Cultural Exchange Scholarship Scheme (EEP/CEP):
   • Brief: Targeting academic pursuits, this scholarship supports Malaysians in pursuing bachelors, masters, and research courses, excluding certain fields like medicine and fashion.
   • Features: Administered by the ICCR, the age criteria range from 18 to 45 years, depending on the level of study.
   • Link: Dr. S. Radhakrishnan Cultural Exchange Scholarship Scheme (EEP/CEP)
5. Indian Scholarship and Trust Fund (ISTF):
   • Brief: Designed to assist economically disadvantaged Malaysian students of Indian origin, this fund provides one-time financial assistance to those pursuing diploma or bachelor degree courses in Malaysia.
   • Features: Administered by the High Commission of India, Kuala Lumpur, the fund supports deserving students in their educational pursuits.
   • Link: Indian Scholarship and Trust Fund (ISTF)

Scholarships for Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Non-Resident Indians (NRI):

1. Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC):
   • Brief: Targeting NRIs, PIOs, and children of Indian workers in select countries, including Malaysia, SPDC provides scholarships for Bachelor courses in India.
   • Features: Administered by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, the scholarship covers 75% of the institutional economic cost, excluding food charges.
   • Link: Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC)
2. Direct Admission of Students Abroad (DASA) Scheme:
   • Brief: Facilitating admissions for foreign nationals, PIOs, NRIs, and OCIs to undergraduate and postgraduate courses in premier technical institutions in India, excluding IITs.
   • Features: Administered by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, DASA aids in the admission process to top technical institutions.
   • Link: Direct Admission of Students Abroad (DASA) Scheme
3. Know India Programme (KIP):
   • Brief: Offering a 3-week knowledge program for Indian diaspora youth, KIP aims to enhance their understanding of India and foster a closer connection with their ancestral homeland.
   • Features: Administered by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, KIP provides 90% coverage for airfare, gratis visa, boarding, and lodging.
   • Link: Know India Programme (KIP)

For more information, please visit the High Commission of India website.