How much annual maintenance allowance will I get under the National Overseas Scholarship in the USA or UK?
Under the National Overseas Scholarship, the annual maintenance allowance is USD 15,400 for the USA and other countries except the UK, and GBP 9,900 for the UK. An annual contingency allowance is paid on top of that, at USD 1,500 or GBP 1,100.
The National Overseas Scholarship pays an annual maintenance allowance of USD 15,400 (approx INR 14.79 L) for the USA and other countries except the UK, and GBP 9,900 (approx INR 12.61 L) for the UK. A yearly contingency allowance comes on top.
Annual allowances by destination
| Allowance | USA and other countries except UK | UK |
|---|---|---|
| Annual maintenance allowance | USD 15,400 (approx INR 14.79 L) per year | GBP 9,900 (approx INR 12.61 L) per year |
| Annual contingency allowance | USD 1,500 (approx INR 1.44 L) per year | GBP 1,100 (approx INR 1.40 L) per year |
Other benefits under the scheme
- Tuition fees as charged by the university, as per scheme provisions
- Visa fees, where applicable, and the actual medical insurance premium
- Economy-class airfare for one onward and one return journey
- Incidental journey and equipment allowances
- Maintenance is released periodically based on satisfactory academic progress, through the Indian Missions abroad
My Advice
Use the maintenance allowance as your base living budget and plan for costs above it. Keep your academic progress steady, since the allowance is released against it, and check the official 2026-27 guidelines for the latest figures.
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