Scholarships & Fellowships

National Overseas Scholarship SC 2026–27: First-Round Result, Eligibility & Second-Round Watch

Scholarship/fellowship guide for Eligible low-income SC, DNT/SNT, landless agricultural labourer and traditional artisan candidates for overseas Master's/PhD.

By StudyDesk Editorial Desk Updated 6 September 2026 Verified 7 September 2026

Last verified: 7 September 2026 Sources cited: 2 Source policy Report outdated information

National Overseas Scholarship (SC etc.) 2026–27 — StudyDesk topic card — StudyDesk topic card · National Overseas Scholarship (SC etc.) 2026–27

Current application checks

Check the window for your programme before using the guide below. “Monitor” means the current window still needs confirmation. Verification dates apply to the stated check, not every eligibility rule.

Programme	Status	Deadline	Source check
National Overseas Scholarship — SC etc. 2026–27	Monitor	First round closed; first-round result published; watch for further round	Not recorded Current application details need confirmation.

Quick answer

National Overseas Scholarship (SC etc.) 2026–27: First-round application closed and 2026–27 first-round result published; monitor the portal for any further round subject to slots

Scholarship/fellowship guide for Eligible low-income SC, DNT/SNT, landless agricultural labourer and traditional artisan candidates for overseas Master's/PhD.

Next step: Check the official source linked on this page before acting on dates, eligibility, fees or deadlines.

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ProviderDepartment of Social Justice & Empowerment

Current statusFirst-round application closed and 2026–27 first-round result published; monitor the portal for any further round subject to slots

Who it helpsEligible low-income SC, DNT/SNT, landless agricultural labourer and traditional artisan candidates for overseas Master's/PhD

BenefitGovernment overseas-study support covering eligible tuition/maintenance and other scheme components

DeadlineFirst round closed 2 June 2026; further round only if officially opened / slots remain

Table of contents

National Overseas Scholarship (SC etc.) 2026–27: latest status

National Overseas Scholarship (SC etc.) 2026–27 quick facts
Item	Current information
Provider	Department of Social Justice & Empowerment
Who it supports	Eligible low-income SC, DNT/SNT, landless agricultural labourer and traditional artisan candidates for overseas Master's/PhD
Benefit	Government overseas-study support covering eligible tuition/maintenance and other scheme components
Status	First-round application closed and 2026–27 first-round result published; monitor the portal for any further round subject to slots
Deadline / next action	First round closed 2 June 2026; further round only if officially opened / slots remain

Eligibility to check

Eligible social category under the scheme.
Low-income/merit conditions under the current 2026–27 guidelines.
Overseas Master's or PhD programme under eligible institution/course rules.

How to apply safely

Open the official sourceUse the provider/government/institution link on this page.
Confirm the cycleCheck the academic year and open/closed status before uploading documents.
Check documentsPrepare only the identity, academic, income/category and admission documents that the scheme actually requires.
Submit and save proofKeep the application/acknowledgement number and track verification through the official channel.

Official links and scholarship finder

National Overseas Scholarship (SC etc.) 2026–27 official / application source →Check the live application status and rules.StudyDesk Scholarship Finder →Filter by level, state, marks, category, income, course, year and deadline.Latest Scholarship Updates →See current open/closing opportunities.

Sources & verification

Checked against Department of Social Justice & Empowerment / primary published information on 7 September 2026.

National Overseas Scholarship (SC etc.) 2026–27 official source ↗Primary source for National Overseas Scholarship (SC etc.) 2026–27.

Department of Social Justice scheme page ↗2026–27 scheme guidelines and scheme overview.

Frequently asked questions

Is National Overseas Scholarship (SC etc.) 2026–27 open now?

Current StudyDesk status on 7 September 2026: First-round application closed and 2026–27 first-round result published; monitor the portal for any further round subject to slots. Recheck the official source because windows can change.

Can I apply to multiple scholarships?

Often yes, but some schemes restrict receiving another scholarship or fee waiver. Check the scheme's current terms.