Are there any scholarships from Tamil Nadu government or other parties?
Yes, there are several scholarships from the Tamil Nadu government and other organizations to support students pursuing higher education abroad.
- Adi Dravidar Scholarship: For SC, ST, and SCC communities; covers tuition, living, and travel up to ₹36 lakh, subject to income and admission criteria.
- TN Overseas Scholarship for Minority Students: For minority community students from Tamil Nadu; up to ₹36 lakh per year.
- Scholarships for Differently Abled Students: For students with disabilities; up to ₹7,000/year for various courses.
- Non-Resident Tamils Welfare Board Education Scholarship: For children of Tamils who passed away while working abroad; amounts vary by course.
- Scholarships for Students in Central Government Institutions: For BC, MBC, DNC students in select institutions; tuition and fees up to ₹2 lakh/year.
- Other private scholarships: Some organizations also offer merit- and need-based scholarships for study abroad.
Eligibility, benefits, and deadlines are subject to change.
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