Embarking on a journey of higher education is a dream that the Charpak Master Scholarship is turning into reality for Indian students aspiring to study in France. This prestigious scholarship, designed to promote academic excellence and foster cultural exchange, opens doors to some of the finest educational institutions in France.
It is an opportunity offered by Campus France, India (a government agency that operates under the French Ministry of External Affairs and the Ministry of Higher Education and Research), to Indian students who are currently enrolled in or have studied at an Indian Institution of higher learning.
In this blog, we’ll delve into the details of the France Excellence Charpak Master Scholarship 2024 and explore the incredible opportunities it offers.
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Key Information
- Host Country: France
- Target: Indian citizens
- Duration: 1-2 years
- Study Level: Master’s degree
- Deadline: 20th March 2024
Eligibility Criteria
- be an Indian national or an OCI card holder
- be 30 years old maximum at the time of application
- be a student currently enrolled in or have studied at an Indian Institution of higher learning
- have applied for admission at a French institution, before applying for the scholarship. For admission procedure, please contact your nearest Campus France office in India or refer to the website of the institution of your choice.
- The course must take place in France. If you have one semester or more of studies in another country, the scholarship will not be provided during that period.
- knowledge of French is an asset but not mandatory to apply for the scholarship
- scholarship is available for master’s degree programmes in France. You are not eligible to apply if you want to work on your master thesis, training programme or research project.
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Benefits
This scholarship is designed for one to two years of studies in France at the Master’s degree level for all streams and fields of study. The following are covered –
- Monthly living allowance of EUR 860 or INR 78,000
- Student visa fee waiver
- Etudes en France fee waiver or reimbursement
- Social security
- Accommodation assistance (priority access to CROUS residencies, subject to availability)
Timeline
- Opening of the call for applications: 22 December 2023
- Deadline for the reception of applications : 20 March 2024
- Publication of results: End of April 2024
Applicants will be notified via email when the results have been published.
How to apply?
The students must submit their application on the online scholarship portal http://ifi.scholarship.ifindia.in/ along with the scans of following documents:
- Passport size photograph (please make sure that the photograph uploaded is formal)
- Copy of the first page of your passport (with photo and expiry date). If you will be getting your passport after the deadline, please attach proof of your passport application.
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum 2 pages).
- Copy of your admission/acceptance letter from the French higher education institution.
- Copy of mark sheets and degree of Higher Secondary School (XII), Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees (including those of completed semesters of the ongoing degree)
- French language certificate, if any (DELF /DALF)
- Document of employment / internship record, if applicable
- Letter(s) of recommendation from the current Indian university/employer or the institution last attended. The letter(s) of recommendation should be submitted as scanned copies of the original typed and signed paper letters and should preferably be with reference to the scholarship. They have to include the signature and the contact details of the referee, and (if possible) should be on the headed paper of the institution and bear a stamp of the institution.
- Official link – https://www.inde.campusfrance.org/charpak-master-s-scholarship
Selection Procedure
Applications will be selected on the basis of academic excellence, consistency, quality of the application and the statement of purpose. There is no CGPA/percentage cut-off for the scholarship. A tie-up between your current Indian institution and your future French institution will also be an asset.
Conclusion
The France Excellence Charpak Master Scholarship is more than a financial aid program; it is a gateway to academic excellence and cross-cultural enrichment. For Indian students seeking to pursue master’s degrees in France, this scholarship is a golden opportunity to turn their educational aspirations into reality. Seize the chance, apply, and embark on a transformative academic adventure in the heart of Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q. What is the duration of the scholarship?
A. The Charpak Master Scholarship supports master’s degree programs in France, lasting for one to two years.
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Q. Is knowledge of French mandatory for application?
A. While French language proficiency is an asset, it is not mandatory to apply for the scholarship.
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Q. When is the deadline for application submission?
A. The deadline for the Charpak Master Scholarship application is 20th March 2024.
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Q. How are applications evaluated and selected?
A. Applications are assessed based on academic excellence, consistency, quality of the application, and the statement of purpose.
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Q. Can I apply if I plan to study outside of France during the scholarship period?
A. No, the scholarship is specifically for master’s degree programs in France, and it will not be provided if you have a semester or more of studies in another country during the scholarship period.
