International Fellowships Program

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International Fellowships Program

AT&T Labs Fellowship Program
Bell Labs Graduate Research Fellowship Program
Canon National Parks Science Scholars Program
Jack Kent Cooke Graduate Fellowship Program
EPA Science to Achieve Results (STAR) Fellowship Program for Graduate Environmental Study Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellowships for Minorities
Fulbright Fellowships
Hertz Foundation Graduate Fellowships in Applied Physical Sciences
IBM PhD Fellowships
Jacob K. Javits Graduate Fellowships
James Madison Junior Fellowships
Mellon Fellowships
National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowships
National Physical Science Consortium Fellowship
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship
National Security Education Program Graduate Fellowships
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Research Fellowships
Social Science Research Council International Dissertation Research Fellowship

International Scholarships for Indian Students

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Scholarships Abroad

As India is a big developing country, it is extremely difficult for Government of India to provide quality higher education to all the students. So every year thousands of students search for better education abroad. Indian students prefer USA among other countries like Australia, New Zealand, Canada, UK etc.

Following is a list of International Scholarships available to Indian Students :

Commonwelath (UK) Scholarships For Indian Students
Belgium Scholarships For Indian Students
Canada Scholarships For Indian Students
China Scholarships For Indian Students
Czech Scholarships For Indian Students
Germany Scholarships For Indian Students
Greece Scholarships For Indian Students
Israel Scholarships For Indian Students
Ireland Scholarships For Indian Students
Italy Scholarships For Indian Students
Japan Scholarships For Indian Students
Mexico Scholarships For Indian Students
Mongolia Scholarships For Indian Students
New Zealand Scholarships For Indian Students
Norway Scholarships For Indian Students
Portugal Scholarships For Indian Students
Syria Scholarships For Indian Students
Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowships For Indian Students

International Scholarships for Foreign Students

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Scholarships for International Students

Every year lakhs of students from India go abroad for higher study in USA, Australia, New Zealand Canada, Germany, UK, France, Dubai, Singapore etc.

Following is a list of Scholarships offered by various Universities, Institutes etc to foreign students:

Roothbert Fund Scholarship
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship
National Merit Scholarship Program
Google Anita Borg Scholarship
Gibson Postgraduate Scholarships
Harold Barbour Scholarship
Outstanding Achievers Scholarship
Scholarships for Postgraduate Students-Overseas
Jack Wright Memorial Trust - Travel Scholarships
University Of Huddersfield International Scholarships
SET Student of the Year
Educational and Scientific Trust
Huntley and Palmers Agricultural Research Studentship
Glaxo Smith Kline Scholarships
Kerry Food Scholarship
F C Osmaston Scholarship
Walter Raleigh Scholarship
Martin McLaren Scholarship
Young Horticulturist of the Year Competition
Gates Millennium Scholarship Program
Mabel and Lawrence S. Cooke Scholarship
Elks National Foundation Scholarship
Hope Scholarship
Rhodes Scholarship
Target Scholarship
McDonald’s Scholarship Program
Sam Walton Community Scholarship
Apple Scholars Scholarship Program
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program
Collegiate Inventors Competition
Davidson Fellowships
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Competition
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship
Marshall Scholarships
Commonwealth Scholarships And Fellowships Plan
Canada Memorial Foundation Scholarships
WCC Foundation Scholarships
Kentucky Institute For International Studies Spring Scholarship
Daiwa Scholarships
Erasmus Mundus EU Scholarship
GAAS Scholarships
Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship - NOAA
Intel Science Talent Search
Intel International Science and Engineering Fair
Intel Research Award Contest for Undergraduate Students
NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program
National Merit Scholarship Corporation - NMSC
UNCF-UPS Corporate Scholars Program
Health Professions Education Foundation - Bachelor of Science Nursing Scholarship (BSN)
DAR - Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships
Pilot International Foundation Scholarship Programs
The Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund
Freshman Student Scholarships
ACMPE Scholarship Fund Program
USRA Scholarship Funds and Research Prize
Mary Tabacchi Scholarship
TMS Student Scholarships, Awards, and Competitions
CollegeWeekLive Scholarships
The William B. Ruggles Right to Work Scholarship
The Applegate - Jackson - Parks Future Teacher Scholarship
National Association of Geoscience Teachers Scholarships
The Asian Scholarship Foundation
The Scotts Company Scholars Program
American Board of Funeral Service Education National Scholarship Program
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarships
Paul Beck Memorial Scholarship
The Nebraska Academy of Sciences Scholarships
International Dairy·Deli·Bakery Association Undergraduate And Graduate Scholarships
The Charles And Lucille King Family Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships
The Fred Rogers Memorial Scholarship
The Student Academy Awards
Reading Scholarship Foundation Inc
Windstar Environmental Studies Scholarship Program
HGA and Dendel Scholarships
Coca Cola Scholarship
Fulbright Scholarship
Presidential Scholars Program
Ronald Reagan Future Leaders Program
Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships
Siemens Westinghouse Competition in Math, Science and Technology
Siemens Awards for Advanced Placement
Morris K. Udall Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships
USA Today All-USA Academic Teams
Xerox Technical Minority Scholarship Program
Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest
Beinecke Scholarship Program
British Chevening Scholarships
Winston Churchill Scholarship Program
Davies-Jackson Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Scholarships
Henry Luce Foundation Scholarship
George Mitchell Scholarships
NASA Graduate Student Researchers Program - GSRP
Harry S. Truman Scholarships
Harper Adams University College International Scholarships
Bidwells Scholarship
Biotechnology & Biological Sciences Research Council
Douglas Bomford Trust Scholarships
Developing Solutions Undergraduate Scholarships
Developing Solutions Taught Masters Joint Chevening Scholarship
DFID Shared Scholarship Scheme
Developing Solutions Scholarships for Students from Commonwealth Countries
Developing Solutions Joint Chevening Scholarships
Agricultural Sciences Postgraduate Scholarships
Sir Walter William Adrian MacGeough Bond Studentship
Armenian Scholarship Foundation

Scholarships for PhD at the University of Newcastle, Australia

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Scholarships for PhD at the University of Newcastle, Australia

THE UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA OFFERS

RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INDIAN STUDENTS

The University of Newcastle, Australia is ranked within the top 10 of Australia's universities for research funding and outcomes and is a comprehensive, research intensive institution. The University's research strengths lie in the important areas of health, energy and the environment, as well as science and engineering. Supported by world-class facilities, the University's researchers are renowned globally for their ground-breaking discoveries.

The University has announced new Research Scholarships for Indian students to undertake Ph.D. research. The scholarships will provide return airfares between India and Australia, full tuition costs, and a living allowance of up to Australian $ 22,000 (approx Rs. 7.5 lakhs) per year for up to three and a half years.

In order to qualify for entry into the Research Higher Degrees at the University of Newcastle, students will need to have completed a previous research degree (that is, M. Phil.) from any premier institution in India, and have submitted a formal thesis dissertation as a part of program course.

To apply, prospective students will need to submit a completed University of Newcastle Research Higher Degree (RHD) application form with supporting academic documents to: ia@newcastle.edu.au.

All RHD applications submitted prior to March 31, 2009 will be considered for scholarship eligibility. Research application forms can be found at: www.newcastle.edu.au/students/international/our-programs/how-to-apply/. Successful students will be notified of their award by June 2009.

Prospective students can visit: www.newcastle.internationalstudent.info/ and ask us a question or visit www.newcastle.edu.au for information about the University and Newcastle City.

The University of Newcastle, Australia is ranked within the top 10 of Australia's universities for research funding and outcomes and is a comprehensive, research intensive institution. The University's research strengths lie in the important areas of health, energy and the environment, as well as science and engineering. Supported by world-class facilities, the University's researchers are renowned globally for their ground-breaking discoveries.

The University has announced new Research Scholarships for Indian students to undertake Ph.D. research. The scholarships will provide return airfares between India and Australia, full tuition costs, and a living allowance of up to Australian $ 22,000 (approx Rs. 7.5 lakhs) per year for up to three and a half years.

In order to qualify for entry into the Research Higher Degrees at the University of Newcastle, students will need to have completed a previous research degree (that is, M. Phil.) from any premier institution in India, and have submitted a formal thesis dissertation as a part of program course.

To apply, prospective students will need to submit a completed University of Newcastle Research Higher Degree (RHD) application form with supporting academic documents to: ia@newcastle.edu.au.

All RHD applications submitted prior to March 31, 2009 will be considered for scholarship eligibility. Research application forms can be found at: www.newcastle.edu.au/students/international/our-programs/how-to-apply/. Successful students will be notified of their award by June 2009.

Prospective students can visit: www.newcastle.internationalstudent.info/ and ask us a question or visit www.newcastle.edu.au for information about the University and Newcastle City.

source: http://indiaedunews.net/pressreleases/users/Scholarships_for_PhD_at_the_University_of_Newcastle,_Australia_1.asp

University of Wisconsin-Madison launches Khoran Scholarships for Indian students

New Delhi: A partnership has been signed among the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW), the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India (GOI) and Indo-US-Science and Technology Forum (IUSSTF) to launch a scholarship programme for Indian students.

This scholarship has been named in honour of Dr. Har Gobind Khorana, who won the Nobel Prize in 1968 for his work at the interface of Chemistry and Biology while a member of the UW faculty.

The scholarship will provide an opportunity to Indian students to undertake research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW) in summer 2009 for a period of 10 weeks.

Students enrolled in B.Tech, M.Tech and M.Sc courses in recognized institutions of higher education in India in the areas of Biotechnology including agricultural, health and biomedical sciences are eligible for the scholarships.

Interested students can apply for the scholarship latest by March 31, 2009. For more information, students can write to scholar@indousstf.org

The Indo-US Science and Technology Forum (IUSSTF), established under an agreement between the Governments of India and the United States of America in March 2000, is an autonomous, not-for-profit society that promotes and catalyzes Indo-US bilateral collaborations in science, technology, engineering and biomedical research through substantive interaction among government, academia and industry. source: http://indiaedunews.net

Scholarships in India and Abroad

Scholarships in India and Abroad

Amelia Earhart Fellowship Awards
Sponsored by: Zonta International Foundation
Level of Study: Doctorate
Award Type: Fellowship


The Howard Chapnick Grant
Sponsored by: W Eugene Smith Memorial Fund
Level of Study:
Award Type: Grant


Fellowship
Sponsored by: USAID Fellowships
Level of Study:
Award Type: Fellowship


Kurt Weill Foundation Grants
Sponsored by: Kurt Weill Foundation for Music, Inc.
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, PostDoctoral, Professional
Award Type: Grant


YFU Scholarships
Sponsored by: Youth for Understanding USA (YFU USA)
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Scholarship


The Population Council's Social Science Fellowships Program
Sponsored by: Population Council
Level of Study: Doctorate, PostDoctoral, Professional
Award Type: Fellowship


The Actuarial Foundation Individual Grants
Sponsored by: Society of Actuaries, The Actuarial Foundation
Level of Study: Professional
Award Type: Grant


University of Essex Postgraduate Scholarships
Sponsored by: University of Essex
Level of Study: Graduate, Doctorate
Award Type: Scholarship


CAORC Multi-Country Research Fellowship Program for Advanced Multi-Country Research
Sponsored by: The Council of American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC)
Level of Study: PostDoctoral
Award Type: Fellowship


Institute of Current World Affairs (ICWA) John Miller Musser Memorial Forest and Society Fellowship
Sponsored by: Institute of Current World Affairs (ICWA), The Crane-Rogers Foundation
Level of Study: Professional
Award Type: Fellowship


IFUW International Awards
Sponsored by: International Federation of University Women (IFUW)
Level of Study: Graduate, Doctorate
Award Type: Grant


Soros Reproductive Health and Rights Fellowships
Sponsored by: Open Society Institue & Soros Foundations Network and Columbia University
Level of Study: Graduate, Doctorate
Award Type: Fellowship


University of Salford International Scholarships
Sponsored by: University of Salford
Level of Study:
Award Type: Scholarship


Delay the Real World Fellowship
Sponsored by: Running Press Book Publishers
Level of Study:
Award Type: Scholarship


John T. Petters Scholarship
Sponsored by: John T. Petters Foundation
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Scholarship


Osher Scholars Summer Study Abroad Program
Sponsored by: The Bernard Osher Foundation
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Graduate
Award Type: Scholarship


Global Studies Grants to Support the Study of International Affairs
Sponsored by: Global Studies Foundation (GSF)
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, PostDoctoral, Professional
Award Type: Grant


Institute for International Public Policy
Sponsored by: United Negro College Fund Special Programs
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Fellowship


George Walford International Essay Prize
Sponsored by: GWIEP.net
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Scholarship


Christianson Grant / Working Abroad Grant
Sponsored by: InterExchange, Inc.
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Graduate
Award Type: Grant


ULS Scholarship
Sponsored by: University Language Services
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, PostDoctoral, Professional
Award Type: Scholarship


CES Pre-Dissertation Fellowships 2009
Sponsored by: Council for European Studies at Columbia University (CES)
Level of Study: Doctorate
Award Type: Fellowship


DiversityAbroad.com Study Abroad Scholarship
Sponsored by: Diversity Abroad
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Scholarship


Jane C. Waldbaum Archaeological Field School Scholarship
Sponsored by: Archaeological Institute of America (AIA)
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Scholarship


APA-AIA Minority Scholarship Program
Sponsored by: Archaeological Institute of America (AIA)
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Scholarship


Sally Whitcher World Travel and Peace Award
Sponsored by: Hostelling International USA - Eastern New England Council
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Grant


Fogarty International Clinical Research Fellows Program
Sponsored by: Fogarty International Center, National Cancer Institute, Office of AIDS Research, National Eye Institute, National Heart, Blood, and Lung Institute
Level of Study: Doctorate, PostDoctoral
Award Type: Fellowship


Brett Ratner Tuition Grant
Sponsored by: New York Film Academy
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Graduate
Award Type: Scholarship


David L. Boren Scholarships
Sponsored by: The National Security Education Program
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Scholarship


Finnish Language Scholarship Programme for researchers
Sponsored by: Centre for International Mobility CIMO
Level of Study: Graduate, Doctorate
Award Type: Fellowship


QED Foreign Education Loan
Sponsored by: Oceanic Bank International PLC
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, PostDoctoral, Professional
Award Type: Grant


Semester at Sea: Merit-based Grants
Sponsored by: Institute for Shipboard Education (ISE)
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Grant


Semester at Sea: Diversityabroad.com Scholarship
Sponsored by: Institute for Shipboard Education (ISE)
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Scholarship


Semester at Sea: Alumni Scholarships
Sponsored by: Institute for Shipboard Education (ISE)
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Scholarship


University of Canterbury Doctoral and University of Canterbury International Doctoral Scholarships
Sponsored by: University of Canterbury
Level of Study: Doctorate
Award Type: Scholarship


ITRI Graduate Scholarship Program (PhD)
Sponsored by: Industrial Technology Research Institute
Level of Study: Graduate, Doctorate
Award Type: Scholarship


Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Sponsored by: Ayn Rand Institute
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, PostDoctoral
Award Type: Other


American Institute of Indian Studies (AIIS) Senior Research Fellowships
Sponsored by: American Institute of Indian Studies (AIIS)
Level of Study: PostDoctoral
Award Type: Fellowship

Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Graduate Fellowships
Sponsored by: United States, Department of State
Level of Study: Graduate
Award Type: Fellowship


Institute of Current World Affairs (ICWA) Target-Of-Opportunity Fellowships
Sponsored by: Institute of Current World Affairs (ICWA), The Crane-Rogers Foundation
Level of Study: Professional
Award Type: Fellowship


The National Security Education Program
Sponsored by: The National Security Education Program
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Graduate
Award Type: Scholarship


Peace Corps Volunteer Abroad
Sponsored by: Peace Corps
Level of Study: Professional
Award Type: Other


Phi Kappa Phi Society Study Abroad Grants
Sponsored by: Phi Kappa Phi Society
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Grant


Ambassadorial Scholarship Program
Sponsored by: The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, PostDoctoral
Award Type: Scholarship


Institute for International Public Policy (IIPP)
Sponsored by: United Negro College Fund Special Programs Corporation
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Fellowship


Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Sponsored by: United States Department of State, Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs
Level of Study: Graduate, Doctorate
Award Type: Grant


Kate Neal Kinley Memorial Fellowship
Sponsored by: University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, College of Fine and Applied Arts
Level of Study: Graduate
Award Type: Fellowship


Whitaker International Fellows and Scholars Program
Sponsored by: Whitaker Foundation
Level of Study: Graduate, Doctorate, PostDoctoral
Award Type: Fellowship


Alicia Patterson Fellowship
Sponsored by: Alicia Patterson Foundation
Level of Study:
Award Type: Fellowship


Golden Key Study Abroad Scholarships
Sponsored by: Golden Key International Honour Society
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Scholarship


The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies - Fellowships
Sponsored by: The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies at Villa I Tatti
Level of Study: PostDoctoral
Award Type: Fellowship


The Loy McCandless Marks Scholarship in Tropical Ornamental Horticulture
Sponsored by: The Garden Club of America (GCA)
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Graduate
Award Type: Scholarship


The GCA Awards in Tropical Botany
Sponsored by: The Garden Club of America (GCA)
Level of Study: Doctorate
Award Type: Grant


Mellon Fellowships for Dissertation Research in Original Sources
Sponsored by: Andrew W Mellon Fellowships
Level of Study: Doctorate
Award Type: Fellowship


Mellon Fellowships for Dissertation Research in Original Sources
Sponsored by: Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR)
Level of Study: Doctorate
Award Type: Scholarship


Assocation for Women in Science (AWIS) Predoctoral Awards
Sponsored by: Assocation for Women in Science (AWIS) Educational Foundation
Level of Study: Graduate, Doctorate
Award Type: Scholarship


Assocation for Women in Science (AWIS) Kirsten R. Lorentzen Awards
Sponsored by: Assocation for Women in Science (AWIS) Educational Foundation
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Award Type: Scholarship


Jeffery P. LaFage Graduate Student Research Award
Sponsored by: Entomological Society of America
Level of Study: Graduate, Doctorate, PostDoctoral
Award Type: Grant


Weiss/Brown Publication Subvention Award
Sponsored by: The Newberry Library and the Roger Weiss and Howard Mayer Brown Fund
Level of Study:
Award Type: Other


Lindbergh Grant
Sponsored by: Charles A and Anne Morrow Lindbergh Foundation
Level of Study: Graduate, Doctorate, PostDoctoral, Professional
Award Type: Grant

Scholarships in India

Scholarships in India

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Scholarships in India

National Council of Education Research and Training (NCERT)
National Talent Search Scholarships (NTSE) - General Scholarship conducted for Xth standard students for higher studies

Indian Council Of Agricultural Research (ICRA)
National Talent Scholarship - Scholarship in Agriculture and allied subjects conducted for 10+2 or equivalent students for Graduate level.

Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Young Science Fellowship Programme - Fellowship in Science and Mathematics subjects conducted for toppers in 10+2 or equivalent for higher studies/research in Science/ Mathematics.

Indian Institute of Science IISc
Young Engineering Fellowship Programme- Fellowship in Engineering conducted for toppers in 10+2 or equivalent for higher studies/research in Engineering

KGISL - The Dr.GB Scholarships Foundation
The Young Talent IT Scholarship - Scholarship In Information Technology conducted for Graduate students for higher studies in IT.

Jawaharlal Nehru Center for Advanced Scientific Research
Summer Research Fellowships Programme - Scholarship In Scientific Research conducted for students doing B.Sc, M.Sc, B.V.Sc, M.B.B.S, B.Pharma, Engineering

National Brain Research Centre (NBRC)
Post Doctoral Fellowship in Neuroscience - Post Doctoral Fellowship is for Ph.D degree holders in any branch of science or any subject related to the general area of Neuroscience including Psychology

Sports Scholarships -Sports Authority of India (SAI)
Netaji Subhas National Institute Of Sports (NSNIS) conducts State Level Scholarships, National Level scholarships, Scholarships for College /University Students, Scholarships to Women National Champions, Scholarships to Women Doing M.Phil/Ph.D In Physical Education, Scholarships To Women Doing NIS Diploma In Sports Coaching.

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)
Scholarships to SC/ST students pursuing Higher Studies in Engineering, Geology, Geophysics & MBA.

National Thermal Power Corporation Ltd ( NTPC)
Scholarships to students belonging to SC/ST/ Physically Challenged categories pursuing full time degree course in Engineering.

Scholarships in India and Abroad

The Rhodes Scholarships

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The Rhodes Scholarships
Email Id : rhodesindia@yahoo.co.in
Phone : 91-11-26741260
Fax : 91-11-27667965

General Regulations

A Rhodes Scholarship is tenable at the University of Oxford. Confirmation of the Scholarship at election is however, subject to the Scholar-elect's acceptance by a college and by the concerned faculty in case of a research degree. Election to the scholarship is normally for two years but the scholarship may be held for one year only, depending upon the degree programme pursued by the scholar. The trustees impose no requirement that a scholar should study in Oxford for more than one year. A scholarship may be renewed, at the complete discretion of Trustees, for a third and final year for those who were initially admitted to Oxford to pursue a doctoral degree.

A Rhodes Scholarship covers approved university and college fees and other charges for which payment is made directly to the Scholar's college. It also covers living expenses sufficient to enable a Scholar to meet the necessary expenses for term-time and vacations. The Trust will also meet the cost of a Scholar's air travel, economy class, to the United Kingdom and of return to India on completion of studies at Oxford.

Tenure of other awards in conjunction with a Rhodes Scholarship is not permitted without prior consultation with the Secretary to the Trust in Oxford.

The Scholarship for which application is to made in 2008 will be tenable from October 2009 .


Conditions of Eligibility

1. The Scholarships are open to citizens of India.

2. Candidates must be of such an age that they will have passed their 19th and not have passed their 25th birthday on the 1st October 2009.

3. Candidates must have at least a first class degree in Humanities, Sciences, Law, Engineering, Agriculture or Medicine from an Indian University. Candidates who are in the Final year of a degree course and have exceptionally bright academic record may also apply.

4. Candidates for medical studies should consult the Secretary, as well as the Medical School Offices at Oxford, before submitting an application. Particular difficulties may arise for those wishing to do research in clinical departments.

5. Marriage is not a bar to applying for, or holding, a Rhodes scholarship. However, married candidates should bear in mind that the scholarship stipend is sufficient only for one person, and that the Trust takes no financial responsibility for the support of a scholar's spouse. Moreover, spouses who are not British citizens will find it very difficult to obtain permission to undertake paid work in England.

6. Subject to ratification by the Rhodes Trustees, the Committee of Selection for India is responsible for deciding whether candidates comply with forgoing conditions, and for making the nominations.


The Rhodes Scholarships owe their origin to the remarkable vision expressed in the Will of Cecil J. Rhodes, British colonial pioneer and statesman who died on March 26, 1902. He dreamed of bettering the lot of humankind through the diffusion of leaders motivated to serve their contemporaries, trained in the contemplative life of the mind, and broadened by their acquaintance with one another and by their exposure to cultures different from their own. Rhodes hoped that his plan of bringing able students from throughout the English-speaking world to study at the University where he took his degree in 1881 would aid in the promotion of international understanding and peace. Dedicated alumnus though he was, he was not moved merely by sentimental loyalty to establish the Scholarships at Oxford. Rhodes believed that, in addition to its eminence in the world of learning, Oxford University--with its emphasis on individualized instruction and on the community life provided by residential colleges--offered an environment highly congenial to personal and intellectual development.

Procedure after Selection

On receiving of election a Scholar will be asked to state in order, the colleges to which the successful candidate would most wish to obtain admission. A special form for this purpose will be supplied to the Scholar-elect by the Secretary of the Selection Committee. This form should reach Rhodes House by 6th December, 2008. Any change of address of Scholar-elect should be communicated to the latter and to Rhodes House.

Copies of the Oxford University Prospectus, Graduate Studies Prospectus, and Examination Decrees and Regulations will be issued to each Rhodes Scholar-elect after the election. Detailed information regarding these is also available on University of Oxford's website http://www.ox.ac.uk/. The Scholar will come into residence at Oxford in October, 2009. Postponement will not be sanctioned save in exceptional circumstances, and with the express permission of the Rhodes Trustees. The first installment of the Scholarship will be paid at the beginning of the Scholar's first term at Oxford. No request for earlier payment will be considered.

Courses open to Rhodes Scholars

Subject to the consent of the college, a Scholar may read for the Oxford B.A. in any of Final Honour Schools. The Scholar may be admitted, if qualified by previous training to, read for a higher degree**, such as the B.C.L, M.Lit., M.Sc, M.Phil., B.Phil. (for Philosophy) or D.Phil.

Rhodes Scholars-elect who wish to read for any degree (advanced or B.A.) or for a diploma in any Arts or Social Studies subjects (except the B.C.L. and the M.Sc. in Applied Social Studies) must submit two samples of recent written work. These should preferably, but not necessarily, be related to the intended subject of study. Candidates for graduate degree in Philosophy must submit essays on philosophy subjects. The samples should be of approximately 2000 words each, and may be essays or part of large works. These should be typed in English.

** The B.Phil, may be awarded in Philosophy only. M.Phil may be attempted in the following fields; European History General and Comparative Literature, Greek and Latin Languages and Literature International Relations, Latin American Studies, Management Studies, Music, Oriental Studies, Politics Prehistoric Archaeology, Russian and East European Studies, Sociology, Theology.

For more details, visit: http://www.rhodesscholarships-india.com

Scholarships for Amity programs

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Amity offers Educational scholarships for students who are seeking admissions for Graduate and Post Graduate programs in our institutes in India.

This scholarship is meant for students who are seeking admissions for Graduate and Post Graduate programs in Amity University. You have to first apply for a program in Amity to apply for this scholarship.

Early Admission Scholarships

* 100% Scholarship
Eligibility - 94% aggregate and above in Class X (CBSE/ICSE)

* 50% Scholarship
Eligibility - 91% aggregate and above in Class X (CBSE/ICSE)

Scholarships for Programmes after 10+2

For Noida Campus

* 100% Scholarship
Eligibility - Students securing 93% aggregate and above (excluding Physical Education & Fine Arts) in CBSE or ICSE Board of Class XII.

* 50% Scholarship
Eligibility - Students securing 88% aggregate and above (excluding Physical Education & Fine Arts) in CBSE or ICSE Board of Class XII

1. This will be applicable only to class 12th pass outs of 2008.
2. Students passing class 12 th through state boards will not be eligible for either direct admission or scholarship.
3. Any student who has passed class 12 th in 2007 or before will not be eligible for either direct admission or scholarship.

For Lucknow Campus and Jaipur Campus

* 100% Scholarship
Eligibility - Students securing 90% aggregate and above (excluding Physical Education & Fine Arts) in CBSE / ICSE / State Boards of Class XII.
* 50% Scholarship
Eligibility - Students securing 85% aggregate and above (excluding Physical Education & Fine Arts) in CBSE / ICSE / State Boards of Class XII.
* 25% Scholarship
Eligibility - Students securing 70% aggregate and above (excluding Physical Education & Fine Arts) in CBSE / ICSE / State Boards of Class XII.

Scholarships for Programmes after Graduation

For Noida Campus

* 100% Scholarship
Eligibility - Students securing 93% aggregate and above (excluding Physical Education & Fine Arts) in CBSE or ICSE Board of Class XII and 75% in Graduation

* 50% Scholarship
Eligibility - Students securing 88% aggregate and above (excluding Physical Education & Fine Arts) in CBSE or ICSE Board of Class XII and 75% in Graduation

Scholarship is granted on annual basis and continuation in second and further years of the program is subject to scholarship policy. To continue availing 100% scholarship student must secure position in top 5% of the merit list for the program. For continuation of 50% scholarship, student will have to secure position in top 10% of the merit list for the program.

These Scholarships do not include,

* Refundable Security Deposit
* Boarding and Lodging Cost
* Cost of Laptop (even for the courses where fees includes Wireless Laptop)

Scholarship seats are limited. The mentioned percentages are only the eligibility to apply for scholarship. Candidates securing above percentages are required to fill Amity Application form. In absence of relevant mark sheets direct admission and scholarship application will not be considered. Final decision of granting scholarship is with the scholarship committee.

For Lucknow Campus and Jaipur Campus

* 100% Scholarship
Eligibility - Students securing 90% aggregate and above (excluding Physical Education & Fine Arts) in CBSE / ICSE / State Boards of Class XII and 75% in Graduation
* 50% Scholarship
Eligibility - Students securing 85% aggregate and above (excluding Physical Education & Fine Arts) in CBSE / ICSE / State Boards of Class XII and 75% in Graduation

Scholarship is granted on annual basis and continuation in second and further years of the program is subject to scholarship policy. To continue availing 100% scholarship student must secure position in top 10% of the merit list for the program. For continuation of 50% scholarship, student will have to secure position in top 15% of the merit list for the program. To continue availing 25% scholarship student must secure position in top 20% of the merit list for the program.

These Scholarships do not include,

* Refundable Security Deposit
* Boarding and Lodging Cost
* Cost of Laptop (even for the courses where fees includes Wireless Laptop)

Scholarship seats are limited. The mentioned percentages are only the eligibility to apply for scholarship. Candidates securing above percentages are required to fill Amity Application form. In absence of relevant mark sheets direct admission and scholarship application will not be considered. Final decision of granting scholarship is with the scholarship committee.

These Scholarships do not include,

1. Refundable Security Deposit
2. Boarding and Lodging Cost
3. Cost of Laptop (even for the courses where fees includes Wireless Laptop)



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Scholarships to apply to any University in India and abroad

The Amity Academic Excellence Scholarships are a part of the Ritnand Balved Education Foundation's endeavour towards strengthening the roots of our future generation. For students who have scored 85% marks and above in their XIIth boards, from any school across the country, and wish to join any top institution for their graduation, the Foundation is offering 100 scholarships of Rs. 15,000 each.

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Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana

The "Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana" (KVPY) is a programme started during 1999 by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India to encourage students of Basic Sciences, Engineering and Medicine to take up research careers in these areas. The aim of the programme is to identify and encourage talented students with aptitude for research.

This programme strives to assist the students to realise their potential and to ensure that the best scientific talent is developed for research and growth of in the country. Generous scholarship and contingency grant is provided (up to the Pre-Ph.D. level) to the selected students.

ELIGIBILITY

These Fellowships are only for Indian Nationals studying in India.

The Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, offers attractive fellowships (Rs. 4000 to Rs. 7000 pm) and contingency grants (Four months fellowship) for students studying in Basic Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. Selection to the programme takes into account academic excellence and demonstrated interest in pursuing research career. Selection procedures are different for Basic Sciences, SP (Engineering) and SP (Medicine) and SP(Basic Sciences). All of them, however, include an interview for final selection.

Click here for eligibility details for each stream:

• Basic Sciences
• SP (Engineering)
• SP (Medicine)

FAST TRACK SCHEME FOR YOUNG SCIENTISTS

FAST TRACK SCHEME FOR YOUNG SCIENTISTS

The Department of Science and Technology, through Fast Track Scheme for Young Scientists, provides quick research funding to young scientists below the age of 35 years (relaxable by 5 years in the case of SC/ST/OBC, woman and physically handicapped category) to undertake independent research in newly emerging and frontier areas of science and engineering. The details of the scheme are as follows:-

OBJECTIVES

1. To provide quick research support to young scientists for pursuing exciting and innovative research ideas.
2. To provide opportunities for interaction and exchange of ideas with scientific community.
3. To involve young scientists in national S&T development process.

ELIGIBILITY

1. The applicant should possess any of the following degrees:-
(a) Ph.D in Basic Science (Life Science, Physical Science, Chemical Science, Earth & Atmospheric Science, Mathematical Science), Engineering/Technology, Medicine/Surgery, Pharmacy, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Science or equivalent.

(b) Masters degree in Engineering/Technology, Medicine/Surgery, Pharmacy, Veterinary, Agriculture or equivalent.

2. The candidate should be less than 35 years on the date on which the application is received in DST. However age relaxation of 5 years would be given to scientists belonging to SC/ST/OBC, Women and Physically Handicapped category.

FUNDING

1. The funding is provided up to a maximum of Rs.17.00 lakhs (excluding overhead charges) for a period not exceeding three years. If the proposed objectives can be achieved in less than three years, the budget may be reduced accordingly.
2. Funds are provided for equipments, consumables, travel and contingency. Additionally, the applicant if not holding a regular position or not drawing any other fellowship/stipend/salary, can draw a fellowship amount of Rs.20, 000/- per month (all inclusive). The fellowship amount is taxable. In cases, where the applicant is holding a regular position, he/she can seek a manpower at junior level (JRF, Project Assistant, etc.)
3. “Overhead Charges” @ 20% of the project cost will be provided to the implementing institution over and above the project cost.

General Guidelines for Submission

1. The applicant should fulfill the eligibility criteria (education & age) as given under ‘Eligibility’.
2. The funding is upto a maximum of Rs.17.00 lakhs (excluding overheads) for a period not exceeding three years.
3. All care must be taken to write a good scientific proposal (A copy of the model proposal is put on the website for reference). The proposal should contain significant novelty and should lead to enrichment of scientific knowledge in the field. Routine extension of Ph.D or any other work will be discouraged. The candidates who are unemployed and drawing fellowship from the project are encouraged to choose the place of work different from the place where they have completed their Ph.D or other degree obtained in the immediate past.
4. Projects which involve Recombinant DNA work should be examined and certified by Institutional Biosafety Committee.
5. Projects, which are clinically oriented or projects, which involve experiments with human and/or animal material, should be examined and certified by Institutional Ethics Committee.
6. All the required information should be given in the text of the proposal itself and not as annexures.
7. Incomplete application and application lacking scientific/technical details will not be considered.
8. At the time of submission of proposals, it is not necessary to get it forwarded by any Institute/ Laboratory.
9. Ten (10) copies of the proposal, in the format given below, neatly typed on A-4 size paper, should be submitted to DST at any time during the year to the following address:

Head, SERC
Department of Science & Technology
Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road
New Delhi-110016
Telefax: 011-26963695
Email: venktesh@nic.in
Website: www.serc-dst.org

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J C BOSE NATIONAL FELLOWSHIPS

J C BOSE NATIONAL FELLOWSHIPS

Nominations are invited for the JC Bose National Fellowships, newly instituted by the Government of India. The fellowship is meant to recognize active scientists and engineers for their outstanding performance and contributions. The Department of Science & Technology will administer this scheme. The fellowships are scientist-specific and very selective.

SCOPE:

All areas of science (in the broadest terms) will be covered by this fellowship.

Eligibility :

* The fellowship is open to Indian Nationals residing in India who are below the age of 60 years.

* The applicant should possess a higher degree or equivalent: namely Ph.D. in Science/Engineering, Masters in Engineering or Technology/MD in Medicine, etc. and must have carried out several years of work in the specific area.

* These Fellowships are meant for those who have a proven track-record as evident from their research publications and recognitions.

* The candidate must have a regular position in an Institute /Organization and should be engaged in research. If he /she is availing any other fellowship, he/she will have to opt for only one of the fellowships.

DURATION: The duration of the fellowship will be initially for five years.

NATURE OF SUPPORT:

* The value of the fellowship will be Rs. 20,000 per month in addition to regular income.

* In addition, each Fellow will receive a contingency of Rs. 5.00 lakh per annum for conferences and other expenses.

* The JC Bose National Fellows would be eligible for regular research grants through the extramural funding schemes of various S&T agencies of the Government of India.

METHODOLOGY FOR SELECTION

* The Institution in which the candidate is working would provide the necessary R&D, administrative and basic infrastructural support for research.

* The candidate will continue to work at the place of his employment.

* The availability of JC Bose Fellowships will be advertised by various academic and research Institutions on their websites in order to receive applications from the interested scientists and engineers. The Institutions will subsequently submit their recommended nominations to the Department of Science & Technology. Institutions may consider setting up appropriate mechanisms to scrutinize and recommend the nominations.

* Individual scientists and engineers can also approach the institutions for forwarding their nominations to DST for the Fellowship.

* Selection of JC Bose Fellows will be made periodically by an empowered Search-cum-Selection Committee specially appointed for the purpose.

* The nominations of scientists and technologists by the Institutions would be received throughout the year. There is, thus, no last date for this Scheme.

All nominations may be sent to :

Dr Praveer Asthana
Scientist G
Department of Science & Technology
Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road
New Delhi 110 016.

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Ramanujan Fellowships

Nominations are invited for the 'Ramanujan Fellowships' recently instituted by the Government of India. The fellowship is meant for brilliant scientists and engineers from all over the world to take up scientific research positions in India, especially those scientists who want to return to India from abroad. The fellowships are scientist-specific and very selective. The Ramanujan Fellows could work in any of the scientific institutions and universities in the country and they would be eligible for receiving regular research grants through the extramural funding schemes of various S&T agencies of the Government of India.

SCOPE:

All areas of science (in the broadest terms) will be covered by this fellowship. ELIGIBILITY i) The fellowship is open to brilliant scientists and engineers from all over the world who are below the age of 60 years. ii) The applicant should possess a higher degree or equivalent, such as Ph.D. in Science/Engineering, Masters in Engineering or Technology/MD in Medicine, etc. and have adequate professional experience. iii) These Fellowships are very selective and only those who have a proven/outstanding tract-record as evident from their research publications and recognitions would be eligible. iv) The candidate has to opt for either this fellowship or his present position/fellowship, if any.

DURATION:

The duration of the fellowship will be initially for five years.

NATURE OF SUPPORT:

* The value of the fellowship will be Rs. 50,000 per month for the first 3 years of the fellowship and will be increased to Rs. 60,000 per month during the last two years.

* Each Fellow will, in addition, receive a contingency of Rs. 5.00 lakh per annum for conferences and other expenses

* The Ramanujan Fellows will be eligible for receiving regular research grants through the extramural funding schemes of various S&T agencies of the Government of India.

METHODOLOGY FOR SELECTION

* The scientists can choose to work at any S&T institution including University Departments or other academic Institutions and National Laboratories in India, provided the Institution at which they wish to pursue research is willing to provide the necessary R&D, administrative and basic infrastructural support to facilitate research.

* The availability of Ramanujan Fellowships will be advertised by various academic and research Institutions on their websites in order to receive applications from interested scientists and technologists. The Institutions will subsequently submit their recommended nominations to the Department of Science & Technology. Institutions may consider setting up appropriate mechanisms to scrutinize and recommend the nominations.

* Individual scientists and technologists can also approach the institutions for hosting them for the Fellowship and forwarding their nominations to DST for the Fellowship

* Selection of Ramanujan Fellows will be made periodically by an empowered Search-cum-Selection Committee specially appointed for the purpose.

* The nominations of scientists and technologists by the Institutions would be received throughout the year. There is, thus, no last date for this scheme.

All nominations may be sent to :

Dr Praveer Asthana
Scientist G
Department of Science & Technology
Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road
New Delhi 110 016.

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Diamond Jubilee & CH Bhabha Research Fellowship - 2009

Diamond Jubilee & CH Bhabha Research Fellowship - 2009

The Indian Institute of Banking & Finance awards Diamond Jubilee & CH Bhabha Research Fellowship to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of the Institute by enabling a member of the Institute to undertake research study on the latest developments in the field of banking and finance in any country, for a period of up to 10 weeks.

Application form for the next year award is available on the Institute’s website (click here for application form). Eligible members can download the application and submit the duly filled in application to the Corporate Office of the Institute on or before 31.10.2008.

Address:

Indian Institute Of Banking & Finance
The Arcade‘World Trade Centre,
Second Floor, East Wing,
Cuffe Parade, Mumbai 400 005.

Sophia Merit Scholarships for Indian Students

Sophia Merit Scholarships for Indian Students

Sophia Scholarship is pleased to announce, Year 2008 10th Annual Scholarship Awards. This year Sophia is planning to award 8 scholarships to academically outstanding and financially deserving students. Prospective students can download the Information Packet and the application form directly from this web site. The completed application form along with the requested details and attachments should be mailed to the address given in the information packet so as to reach by October 30, 2008. After the selection process is complete, the selected candidates will be informed of the decision by November/December of 2008. The awards for the selected Sophia Scholar will be distributed towards the end January 2009 at an award ceremony in Chennai. Awards will be sent by mail to Sophia Scholars who are unable to attend the Award Ceremony. The Scholarships will substantially cover tuition, boarding and lodging costs for the entire length of the Degree Program To be eligible for Sophia Scholarship for subsequent years the students have to pass the year and also maintain the Merit Status.

Address for Mailing: The Application form and all the required material should reach the address given below by October 30. V.Lavakumar, 64,8th Cross Street, West Shenoy Nagar, Chennai - 600 030

For additional information or questions email: info@sophiascholarship.org

Scholarship Eligibility:

Prospective Candidates should fulfill the following eligibility to be considered for Sophia Scholarship

1. Should have completed Higher Secondary Education

2. Should be interested in Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Medicine in a recognized College or University in India

3. Should have secured admission for the academic year 2008-2009

4. Only students who secure admission by merit will be considered. Students who secure admission by paying Capitation fee will not be considered for Scholarship

5. Only students entering College in First Year are eligible to apply.

6. Students should demonstrate Financial Need.

Prospective scholars will be selected from applicants who meet all the above requirements. Selection will be based purely on Merit and demonstrated financial need.

Time Line for Application: (2008-2009) Awards

1. Completed Application Form along with required Attachments should be received at the address given in the information packet by October 30.

2. Candidates selected for Sophia Scholarship will be informed of the decision by end of November/December 2008

3. Scholarship Award will be given by end of January 2009. In Chennai

Attachments:

Completed Application form

Proof of Admission in the Engineering/Medical College for the year 2008-2009

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) International Fellowships

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) International Fellowships

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research. The AAUW Educational Foundation was established in 1958 as the philanthropic arm of AAUW. The Foundation is one of the nation’s largest sources of private funding exclusively for educational programs that directly benefit women and girls. Every year the Foundation awards fellowships and grants to over 250 women.In principle and practice, the AAUW Educational Foundation values and seeks diversity

There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or class.

AWARD INFORMATION

Three award levels are available based upon the applicant’s degree program.

· Master’s/Professional Degree fellowships carry a stipend of $18,000 for the fellowship year.

· Doctoral fellowships carry a stipend of $20,000 for the fellowship year.

· Postdoctoral fellowships carry a stipend of $30,000 for the fellowship year.

ELIGIBILITY

Note: The following are not eligible to apply for Foundation awards:

· Previous International Fellowship recipients

· AAUW Educational Foundation and Association boards, committees, panels, task forces, staff, members, and current interns

To be eligible for an International Fellowship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

· Citizenship in a country other than the United States (dual citizenship is not allowed) or possession of a non-immigrant visa if residing in the United States

· Academic degree (earned in the U.S. or abroad) equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree completed by the time of application or by September 1, 2008

· Intention to devote herself full-time to the proposed academic plan during the fellowship year

· Intention to return to her home country to pursue a professional career

· Master’s/Professional and Doctoral applicants must have applied by December 1, 2008, to an accredited institution of study for the period of the fellowship year and must indicate the name of the institution in the International Fellowship application.

· Postdoctoral applicants must provide proof of their doctorate degree and must indicate where they will conduct their research.

· Enrollment in a U.S. institution located in the United States. A limited number of awards are available to other than their own. Note that foreign branches of U.S. institutions are considered outside of the U.S.

· Full year of study or research. International Fellowships do not provide funding for a partial year of study or research. Programs ending prior to April of the fellowship year are not eligible.

· Proficiency in English. Unless the applicant can verify that her native language is English, that she received her secondary diploma or undergraduate degree from an English-speaking institution, or that she will have completed one semester of full-time study in her discipline at an English-speaking college or university by September 1, 2008 (transcript required by postmark date of December 1, 2008, for validation), she must submit a recent score (no older than October 2006) on the International TOEFL* (Test of English as a Foreign Language). Institutional TOEFL scores and other English proficiency test scores (such as IELTS) will not be accepted.

Minimum score acceptable: 550 for paper-based tests; 213 for computer-based tests; 79 for Internetbased tests.

Test scores must be provided in the online application by the December 1, 2008, deadline, and score reports must be received by December 1, 2008. Either originals or copies of score reports may be submitted.

APPLICATION PREPARATION

Applications must be submitted online and supporting documents must be received by December 1, 2008.

Applicants are encouraged to use a postal or courier service that will guarantee delivery of their supporting documents on or before December 1, 2008. Materials received after this date will not be considered. Applications and supporting documents will not be accepted via fax or e-mail.

All supporting documents must be received by December 1, 2008, at the appropriate Iowa City address below. Applicants are encouraged to use a postal or courier service that will guarantee delivery of their supporting documents on or before December 1, 2008.

Note that materials sent to the Washington, D.C., office will be disqualified and will not be reviewed.

Mailing Address

AAUW Educational Foundation

International Fellowships

PO Box 4030

Iowa City, IA 52243-4030

COMMONWEALTH SCHOLARSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP PLAN – 2009 – U.K.

COMMONWEALTH SCHOLARSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP PLAN – 2009 – U.K.

I. Applications are invited from Indian nationals either through www.education.nic.in or on plain paper in the FORMAT GIVEN BELOW for nominations from India for the award of Commonwealth Scholarship tenable in United Kingdom from October 2009 for higher studies/research/specialized training in the subject mentioned below in the United Kingdom. Up to Sixty (60) nominations are to be sent to the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission for final selection to be made by them. Out of these not more than 35 (thirty five) are for one year Master’s Degree Course/Six months clinical training and twenty two (25) are for three year’s Ph.D. Course and 1 year Research on Split-Site basis.

II. ELIGIBILITY

The candidate should not be more than 40 years of age as on 31.10.2008 and fulfill the minimum qualifications as per Para (IV) below.

III. LEVEL OF COURSE

These scholarships will be awarded for studies leading to either: -

(1) SIX MONTH CLINICAL TRAINING/RESEARCH/SPECIALISATION (For MBBS, MS,

MD degree holders only)

1. Cancer Research 2. Cardiology (including Cardiac Surgery) 3. Gynaecology 4. Medicine and 5. Dentistry.

(2) (i) ONE YEAR TAUGHT MASTER’S COURSES OR EQUIVALENT DEGREE, (ii) THREE YEARS DOCTORAL DEGREE (iii) ONE YEAR RESEARCH ON A SPLIT SITE BASIS, TOWARDS A Ph. D. REGISTERED AT A UNIVERSITY IN HOME COUNTRY:

(A) ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY:

1. Electronics 2. Environmental Studies 3. Remote Sensing Technology 4. Communication Engineering 5. Biotechnology or Biochemical Engineering and 6. Robotics (including Artificial Intelligence)

(B) SCIENCE (PURE AND APPLIED)

1. Mathematics 2. Molecular Biology 3. Physics and 4. Chemistry (including Pharmaceutical/ Medicinal Chemistry).

(C) AGRICULTURE

1. Agronomy & Forestry.

(D) HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

1. Sociology 2. Management Studies 3. Economics 4. Psychology 5. Computer Applications

6. Law 7. English (Literature/Linguistics) 8. History 9.Philosophy and 10. Political Science with International Relations Candidates who have already completed Ph.D. or are about to complete it will not be considered.

(IV) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The candidates must have completed tertiary education in English Medium :-

(A) FOR MASTER’S DEGREE OR SIX MONTHS CLINICAL TRAINING/ RESEARCH

One should hold or able to produce the certificate of Bachelor’s Degree by 31st August 2009 in the subject field concerned (indicated above) securing 55% or above marks in Humanities and Social Science group and 60% or above marks in Medical, Engineering and Technology, Science and Agriculture Group. Candidate should give one page academic justification for pursuing the course in U.K.

Candidates who wish to undertake postgraduate study in Business and/or Management should before apply for a Commonwealth Scholarship, have taken the Graduate Management Admission Test (Princeton Test). Enquiries to: G.M.A.T. Educational Testing Services, Box 966 – R, Princeton, NJ 08541, U.S.A. Candidates for awards in Economics and related subjects should be aware that a number of departments may require them, before admission, to pass the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) of which details may be obtained from Graduate Record Examination, Educational Testing Service, Box 955, Princeton, NJ 08541, U.S.A. Service, Box 955, Princeton, NJ 08541, U.S.A.

Applicants for level of course at ‘1’ in Para III above whose programme requires them to practice clinically, or to work in a laboratory department reporting on samples from patients, can be considered only if they are eligible for registration with the General Medical Council or the General Dental Council. Information about current conditions for registration can be obtained from: -

“The General Medical Council,
Overseas Registration Division,
178 – 202 Great Portland Street,
London WIN 6JE, or,

The General Dental Council,
37 Wimpole Street,
London WIM 8DQ”

Candidates whose native language is not English will be required to provide evidence that they have sufficient competence in English to practice Medicine or Dentistry in the United Kingdom. Nominated candidates will be required to take the IELTS, for which they may contact local British Council Office.

(B) FOR Ph.D. DEGREE:-

One should hold or able to produce the certificate of Master’s Degree by 31st August 2009 in the concerned subject fields (indicated above) securing 55% or above marks in Humanities and Social Science group and 60% or above marks in the relevant subjects in Medical, Engineering and Technology, Science and Agriculture group.

V. VALUE OF AWARD

Each scholarship provides: -

(A) Student concessionary or other approved air fare to the United Kingdom by the most direct and economical route and return on expiry of the scholarship (the cost of journey made before receipt of award will not normally be reimbursed nor can fares be paid for a scholar’s dependents).

(B) Approved tuition and examination fees.

(C) A personal maintenance allowance payable monthly.

(D) A grant for books and apparatus in the first year of study and for a subsequent full year also; and a grant towards the expenses preparing a thesis of dissertation, where applicable;

(E) A grant for expenses of approved travel within the U.K.

(F) An initial clothing grant for most scholars on first arrival from tropical developing countries;

(G) Where a host institution has in advance declared and the Commission has accepted, the need for fieldwork outside the United Kingdom, a grant towards the cost of such fieldwork, which shall not normally exceed one economy and tourist class return fare to the fieldwork location. Scholars for whom fieldwork fares are provided to their home country shall not be entitled to a mid – term homeward fare;

(H) For married scholars selected by the Commission for awards exceeding 12 months, a marriage allowance per mensem is payable provided that the husband and wife are residing together at the same address in the United Kingdom. It is not paid when a husband or wife of the scholars is also in receipt of an award, or is in paid employment. For such married couples accompanied by their children, a child allowance is payable for the first, second and third child under the age of 16 provided they are residing with their parents. A scholar who is unaccompanied by spouse but accompanied by children for whom he/she is legally responsible, shall receive the equivalent of the spouse’s allowance for the first child, and child allowances for the second and third child, irrespective of the length of tenure of award.

Scholar’s emoluments are not subject to United Kingdom income tax, but holders and their spouses may be liable for the payment at least in part of any Council tax levied by the local authority where they live.

VI LAST DATE OF RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS:

(A) For those applying by post, applications on plain paper (as per format given below) along with the required documents (attested copies of all certificates/degrees/diplomas have to be attached) should reach Section Officer, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Higher Education, External Scholarship Division, ES.4 Section, A-2/W-4, Curzon Road Barracks, Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi - 110 001 by Thursday, 30th October 2008. (Tele. No. 23384501, 23386401 and 23384687)

(B) For those applying through the website, online applications should be submitted by Thursday 30th October 2008.

VII GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

1. A candidate may apply for only one subject of his/her choice.

2. As a condition of award, the Commission or a host institution in Britain may also require a candidate to take particular English Tests and/or training in English.

3. The final selection of the nominated candidates rests with the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in U.K.

4. Nomination of a candidate by Government of India does not guarantee final selection or placement. The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission will make its own selection out of overall nominees recommended by all the participating countries in the programme.

5. Mere fulfillment of minimum requirements as laid down in the advertisement does not qualify a candidate for interview. Interview letters are sent only to a limited number of candidates after their applications are examined by the Committee of Experts.

6. Application must be accompanied by attested copies of certificates regarding date of birth, diplomas, degrees, mark sheets in respect of all the examination passed alongwith experience certificate of Employment (if any) and one copy of recently taken passport size photograph with signature (to be pasted on application form). Self attested certificates will not be accepted.

Those who will be called for interview will have to bring seven attested copies of the abovementioned documents along with the originals as also one original and six attested copies of references (not testimonials) from the referees specifically related to the candidate’s suitability for the planned studies.

7. Applicants already holding a Doctoral Degree or about to obtain will not be considered. Candidates who have already done a Ph.D. in India or abroad are not considered.

8. Candidates who have already been abroad for studies/training/specialization either on scholarships or on their own, for a period exceeding six months are eligible to apply if they have been in India for at least two consecutive years after returning from abroad as on 30.10.2008. Applications of candidates who are already abroad will not be considered.

9. In case of candidates qualifying from Universities, where grades are awarded, the candidates are required to furnish exact percentage of marks and indicate the conversion formula.

10. Candidates will be expected to have some knowledge of India and of the donor country.

11. Candidates who are employed must apply through their employers. Candidates belonging to the All India Services should send their applications through their Cadre Controlling Authority. No Objection Certificate from Employer should invariably be submitted on or before the time of interview. Otherwise candidates will not be allowed to appear for interview.

12. It is very important that applicants who are in employment to which they wish to return after completion of their studies in UK should have an assurance from their Organization that if their nomination is successful, they will be granted sufficient leave of absence. In general, a candidate undertaking research for a Ph.D. can be expected to need 36 months study in the United Kingdom even though in the first instance, the award will only be offered for one or two years.

13. While indicating the period of past experience and stay abroad, candidates should mention the specific dates.

14. As these scholarships are offered by Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in UK the applications should be submitted in English only.

15. Applications in subject-fields other than those specified in the advertisement will not be considered.

16. Candidates who do not possess the essential qualification need not apply.

17. Candidates must furnish a clear and precise programme of study/research (minimum 500 words) justifying that their study/research can be carried out in the United Kingdom. Candidates are advised to describe their research proposals carefully as these will be a primary condition in selection.

18 Incomplete applications and applications received after the stipulated date will not be considered and no correspondence will be entertained.

19. Documents submitted along with the application will not be returned. Hence, candidates are advised to send only attested copies of the certificates.

20. CANVASSING IN ANY FORM WILL BE A DISQUALIFICATION.

21. In case no interview letter is received by an applicant by 30th November, 2008, it may be presumed that he/she has not been short listed by the Selection Committee. No correspondence will be entertained in this regard.

22. THE DECISION OF SELECTION COMMITTEE SHALL BE FINAL. NO REPRESENTATION IN THIS REGARD WILL BE ENTERTAINED.

23. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON THE WEBSITE www.education.nic.in APPLICATION FORM CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM THE SITE OR CAN ALSO BE SUBMITTED ON LINE. IN CASE OF ONLINE SUBMISSION, THE CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT THE HARD COPY OF APPLICATION MENTIONING THE REGISTRATION NUMBER RECEIVED ONLINE AND THE PHOTOGRAPH, ATTESTED COPIES OF CERTIFICATES MENTIONED IN PARA 6 ABOVE WITHIN 1(ONE) WEEK OF THE CLOSING DATE OTHERWISE IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

24. NO APPLICATION FORMS ARE BEING SUPPLIED BY THIS MINISTRY.

IMPORTANT:

(i) Candidates are advised to submit simultaneously another “Independent Application” to their chosen ‘Institution’ in the U.K. directly so that their placements and admission become easier.

(ii) In case, the candidate has received any offer / invitation for admission in any University or Institution in U.K., he/she should bring the same and produce before the Selection Committee at the time of interview.

NOTE: The number of applicants for Commonwealth Scholarship UK is quite large and interested candidates who have applied for the subjects offered for Commonwealth Scholarship UK 2009 can also be considered for scholarships offered in these subjects by other countries. The countries that have offered slots for scholarships for 2008 till date in various subjects (not necessarily those listed above) are given below: (1) Japan (2) Mexico (3) Italy (4) Czech (5) Belgium (6) Israel (7) China (8) Slovak (9) Turkey.

Candidates who are also interested in being considered for these subjects for other countries scholarships, if offered in these subjects may give their order of preference of countries. Candidates who have not given any preferences will only be considered for Commonwealth Scholarship UK 2009. All the terms and conditions including value of award may vary from country to country.