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Good news for bright minds from Andhra Pradesh! The state government, through the Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation (ABC), has launched the "Bharati Scheme for Master’s Degree Overseas" (BS-MDO). This scheme is designed to support Brahmin students in their pursuit of higher education overseas.
What Is This Scheme?
The Bharati Scheme for Master’s Degree Overseas is a financial assistance program specifically for students belonging to the Brahmin community in Andhra Pradesh. It aims to ease the financial burden for students looking to pursue a Master's degree in reputable institutions outside India. It also supports students who might be completing a part of their studies abroad as part of a collaboration program.
Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?
This scheme is primarily for students from Andhra Pradesh who meet certain community and residency requirements. If you are a Brahmin student whose parents are residents of Andhra Pradesh and you have secured admission for a Master's degree course overseas, this scheme could be for you.
Why This Scheme Is Important
In today's competitive world, access to international education can open up many doors. This scheme recognizes that talent exists across communities and aims to ensure that financial constraints don't stop deserving students from Andhra Pradesh from getting a world-class education. By providing a significant one-time financial boost, it helps students achieve their academic and career aspirations abroad.
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Benefits
- Under this scheme, outstanding loan amounts of up to ₹50,000/- in standard crop loan outstanding accounts as of 31st March 2020, will be waived.
Note:Repayment of outstanding loan through DBT.
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Eligibility Criteria
- The student and both parents must belong to the Brahmin community.
- The parents of the student must be permanent residents of Andhra Pradesh.
- The combined annual income of the parents/guardians should not exceed ₹6,00,000.
- The student must have gained admission to a Master's degree course overseas (with a minimum duration of 12 months) in a recognized institution during the 2019-20 academic year. Alternatively, students pursuing the final year of a PEC course overseas, in collaboration with an Indian university/institute, are also eligible.
- Students who have already received benefits under this scheme previously are not eligible.
- Applicants should not have received financial aid from any other government scheme for the same educational purpose.
How To Apply
Eligible candidates need to apply online through the official website. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation website: www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in.
- Find the application form for the Bharati Scheme for Master’s Degree Overseas.
- Fill in all the required details accurately.
- Upload all the necessary documents as specified.
- Submit the application form before the deadline.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card of the Student.
- Caste Certificate of the Student.
- Income Certificate (issued by MeeSeva).
- Senior Secondary Certificate and Qualifying Degree Certificate.
- SB Account Passbook in Andhra Bank or State Bank of India (account must be in the applicant's name).
- Passport-size Photograph (in jpeg format, maximum 50 kb).
- Proof of Admission and Fees paid for a Master’s Degree Course Overseas in a reputed institution OR Proof of Collaboration Letter between the two universities/institutes (if pursuing the final year PEC course abroad).
- Passport, VISA, Air Ticket, and Form i-20 or equivalent document (all combined in one PDF).
FAQ’s
Can students who have already benefited from other government scholarships apply for this scheme?
No, if you have already received financial aid from any other government scheme for the same purpose of studying abroad, you will not be eligible for the Bharati Scheme for Master’s Degree Overseas.
What is the income limit for parents or guardians applying for this scheme?
The annual income of the parents or guardians of the applicant should not go above ₹6,00,000.
How much financial aid can students receive under the Bharati Scheme?
Selected students can receive ₹5,00,000 for Master's courses lasting 11 to 18 months, or ₹10,00,000 for Master's courses with a duration of 18 months or more.
Does the scheme cover students studying part of their Master's course abroad?
Yes, the scheme supports students pursuing the final year of a PEC course overseas in collaboration with an Indian university or institute.
Which communities are eligible for this overseas scholarship?
This scheme is exclusively for students and their parents who belong to the Brahmin community.
Is there a specific duration for the Master's courses covered?
Yes, the scheme covers Master's degree courses overseas that have a minimum duration of 12 months. For the lower financial aid amount, the course duration can be between 11 to 18 months, and for the higher amount, it needs to be at least 18 months.
Where do the student's parents need to be residing to be eligible?
The student's parents must be residents of Andhra Pradesh to qualify for this scheme.
What are the essential documents needed for the application?
You'll need your Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, MeeSeva-issued Income Certificate, Senior Secondary and Qualifying Degree Certificates, SB bank account passbook (Andhra Bank or SBI in your name), a passport-size photo, proof of admission/fees paid or collaboration letter, and your Passport, VISA, Air Ticket, and i-20 or equivalent.
How will the scholarship money be given to the selected students?
The financial assistance will be directly credited online to the applicant's Savings Bank account held with Andhra Bank or State Bank of India.
Are students from all districts of Andhra Pradesh eligible?
Yes, the Bharati Scheme for Master’s Degree Overseas is open to eligible students from all 13 districts of Andhra Pradesh.
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