Scholarship
Mahatma Gandhi Scholarship Scheme
A scholarship scheme funded by the Government of India to support students in Nepal pursuing higher secondary education. It aims to contribute to human resource development in Nepal.
About this scholarship
Mahatma Gandhi Scholarship Scheme is offered by Embassy of India, Kathmandu for study in Nepal at certificate level. The award is valued at NRs. 24,000 per annum, provided as other support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as other funding. Applicants selected receive NRs. 24,000 per annum. Selection is merit-based and need-based, so both academic record and financial circumstances are assessed.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at certificate level. Nationality requirements apply: Nepal.
Eligibility
Must be a citizen of Nepal, a regular student of Class 11 in a recognized institute in Nepal, have secured at least 60% aggregate marks in Class 10, and have a family income less than NRs. 2,00,000 per annum.
How to apply
Applications close on 2025-11-01. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
certificate
Nationality requirements
Nepal
Funding basis
Merit-based and Need-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Embassy of India, Kathmandu
- Study destination
- Nepal
- Eligible applicant countries
- Nepal
- Award
- NRs. 24,000 per annum
- Funding type
- other
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- certificate
- Nationality
- Nepal
- Deadline
- Closed · 2025-11-01
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-10-23