Which government scholarships can I use to study abroad after Class 12?
After Class 12, you can look at state schemes such as Karnataka's Prabhuddha Overseas Scholarship and Telangana's Ambedkar Overseas Vidya Nidhi, plus bilateral options like Japan's MEXT and the Destination Australia Scholarship. Eligibility depends on your state, category, course and admission to a foreign university.
After Class 12, your funding options include state government schemes and bilateral scholarships offered by other governments. Which one fits you depends on your state, category, course and admission to a foreign university. The table below summarises the main options.
Scholarships you can consider after Class 12
| Scholarship | Who can apply | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Prabhuddha Overseas Scholarship (Karnataka) | Karnataka resident, SC/ST student, usually 80%+ in Class 12, generally below 21 years, family income and admission conditions apply | Tuition fees, living expenses and airfare |
| Ambedkar Overseas Vidya Nidhi (Telangana) | Telangana resident with a good academic score, within the family-income limit, admitted to an eligible foreign university | Assistance of up to INR 20 lakh for tuition and approved study expenses |
| MEXT Scholarship (Japan) | Completed Class 12, meets age and academic requirements, selection may include exams or an interview | Tuition, monthly stipend, round-trip airfare and preparatory education if required |
| Destination Australia Scholarship | International student admitted to an eligible regional Australian institution | Support towards tuition and/or living costs; amount and duration vary by institution |
Points to keep in mind
- MEXT is funded by the Government of Japan, not the Indian Government. It reaches Indian students through bilateral education partnerships.
- Other bilateral scholarships also exist, but eligibility depends on the country and programme, and academic score and language rules may apply.
My Advice
Start with the scheme linked to your home state, then look at bilateral options for your target country. Read the latest official notice for each scholarship, because family-income limits, marks and age rules change.
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?