What is the maximum annual family income I can have to qualify for the National Overseas Scholarship?
For the National Overseas Scholarship, candidates whose annual family income is above INR 8 lakh are not considered eligible. Income is only one check, since academic criteria, the age limit, confirmed admission and valid documents also decide whether your application moves forward. Confirm the current limit on the notification.
Under the National Overseas Scholarship, candidates whose annual family income is above INR 8 lakh are not considered eligible. This is one of several checks, so meeting the income limit alone will not secure your place. Confirm the limit in the current notification.
Income Limit and Related Criteria
| Criterion | What applies |
|---|---|
| Annual family income | Above INR 8 lakh is not considered eligible |
| Academic criteria | Minimum academic criteria must be met |
| Age | Applicants above the maximum age limit are rejected |
| Admission | Confirmed admission to an eligible foreign university is needed |
Why Income Matters for Selection
- Only 125 scholarships are awarded each year, so screening is strict
- Applications above the income limit can be rejected at the eligibility screening stage
- Accurate income information matters, because incorrect details lead to rejection
My Advice
Get your income certificate in order early and make sure the figures match what you enter in the form. If your family income is close to the limit, read the current official notification carefully before you apply.
Which scholarships can you actually get?
Matched to your CGPA, course and budget. Find out in 30 seconds.
More Scholarships & funding questions
- Is it possible to get a fully funded scholarship if he scores seven or above (seventy percent) in the third year in Germany?
- Do I need to score well in GRE, GMAT, or IELTS to get good scholarships in top business schools for a MBA?
- When does the Korean Government Scholarship open applications for undergraduate students from India?
- What kind of questions might be asked during scholarship evaluations?
- Are you helping with educational loans or bank loans for studying abroad in UK/Ireland for a Master's?
- Is the scholarship available for the next intake in USA for a Master's?
- Which entrance exam should an average scoring 12th grade student prepare for to study abroad without family funding?
- What percentage of scholarship can I possibly get for my profile in USA?