The Videsh Shiksha Bruti Scheme is a new foreign education scholarship launched by the Odisha government to help talented students from scheduled castes (SC) and scheduled tribes (ST) communities pursue postgraduate (PG) and PhD studies abroad.
This is part of Odisha’s initiative to provide students from backward classes with world-class education and opportunities. Under this scheme, 50 students will be selected annually for the scholarship benefits.
Overview of the Videsh Shiksha Bruti Scheme
| Scheme Name | Videsh Shiksha Bruti Scheme |
| Launched By | Odisha Government |
| Beneficiaries | SC & ST students |
| Study Level | PG & PhD abroad |
| Income Limit | Rs.12 lakh/year (family income) |
| Annual Slots | 50 student |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | scholarship.odisha.gov.in |
Objectives of the Videsh Shiksha Bruti Scheme
Videsh Shiksha Bruti Scheme has several important objectives behind its launch by the government:
Providing equal opportunities for higher education abroad to students from the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes.
Encouraging talent by removing economic barriers.
Creating a global academic identity for students of Odisha.
Increasing the participation of the state in research and higher education, promoting social equality, and educational empowerment.
Eligibility Criteria for Videsh Shiksha Bruti Scheme
To avail these benefits, the applicant must follow these criteria:
The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe (ST) community.
The applicant must be a permanent resident of the state of Odisha.
The annual family income of the applicant should not exceed 12 lakh rupees.
The applicant must be admitted to a full-time postgraduate (PG) or PhD programme at a foreign university or institution.
The university must be among the top 200 in the QS World University Rankings.
The scholarship is only for postgraduate (PG) or doctoral (PhD) studies.
Required Documents for Videsh Shiksha Bruti Scheme
Applicant must be needed-
Aadhaar card
Caste certificate
Income certificate
Mark sheets
Proof of admission
University Ranking proof
Bank account details.
How to Apply for Videsh Shiksha Bruti Scheme
To apply for the Odisha Videsh Shiksha Bruti Scheme, follow these simple steps-
Visit the Official website scholarship.odisha.gov.in
Now, on the homepage, you have to click on the ‘Apply Online’ option.
Then you have to fill out the application form with all the correct details.
Now you have to upload all the required documents to the form.
At last, you have to review the form and click on Submit.
Now the authorities will verify your details and select you as a beneficiary.
Advantages of Videsh Shiksha Bruti Scheme
Selected students will receive financial assistance in the form of a scholarship.
This programme provides scholarships worth 2.5 million rupees each year.
This amount covers tuition fees, living expenses, and other academic-related costs.
A total of 50 students will be selected for the scholarship each year.
This scholarship is applicable only for PG and PhD programmes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who launched the Odisha Videsh Shiksha Bruti Scheme?
The government of Odisha launched it to support SC and ST students studying abroad.
How many students are selected annually?
A total of 50 students are selected each year.
Is there any application fee for applying for the scholarship?
No, the application process is completely free of cost.
What is the maximum financial assistance provided under this scheme?
The scheme offers up to Rs. 25 lakh per year to selected students for tuition, living expenses, and other academic costs.