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Supporting International Students from Low and Lower-Middle Income Countries

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Supporting International Students from Low and Lower-Middle Income Countries

JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research (JSS AHER), Mysuru, is deeply committed to fostering inclusivity and global academic exchange by supporting students from low and lower-middle-income countries through various scholarship schemes and initiatives. These programs, implemented in collaboration with government agencies and international organizations, provide financial assistance, thereby making quality education accessible to economically disadvantaged students.

JSS AHER hosts a diverse community of students from over 40 nations, enriching its academic and cultural environment. Its collaboration with scholarship agencies like SII, e-VBAB, and others has bolstered its reputation as an inclusive, globally recognized institution, providing a platform for academic excellence and cross-cultural exchange.

Supporting International Students

Study in India (SII) Initiative

Launched in April 2018 by the Government of India, the Study in India (SII) initiative aims to position India as a preferred education destination for international students. Managed by EdCIL (India) Limited, the program offers financial aid of INR 2.5 lakh per student annually, covering tuition fees. JSS AHER complements this support by waiving additional costs such as hostel fees, mess charges, exam fees, and eligibility fees for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

For details, visit: Study in India

e-VidyaBharati AarogyaBharati (e-VBAB) Network Project

An initiative of the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, the e-VBAB project offers online education and medical training opportunities to students and professionals across 54 African nations. Fully funded by the Indian government, the project provides scholarships covering tuition fees, examination fee exemptions, and certification costs.

  • Scope : Short-term courses, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and continued medical education.
  • Countries Represented : Gambia, Ethiopia, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, De cote Divore, Afghanistan, Malawi, Nigeria, Somalia, Zambia, Ghana, Mauritius, Uganda, UAE, Madagascar, Cango, Sierra Leona,Deibouti, Mozambiqu.
  • List of Low and Lower-middle-income Countries admitted through eVBAB project

For details, visit: e-VBAB Network Project

COMPEX Nepal Scholarship

Under the COMPEX scheme, the Embassy of India in Nepal provides scholarships for undergraduate courses like B.Pharm.

  • Support Includes: Tuition fees, admission fees, and other institutional costs.
  • Eligibility: Nepali students seeking admission to Indian universities.

Scholarships for Syrian Students

The Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, sponsors scholarships for 1,000 Syrian nationals annually to pursue education in India.

  • Support Includes: Tuition fees, accommodation, food, and flight tickets.

Royal Government of Bhutan Scholarship

The Royal Government of Bhutan funds scholarships for Bhutanese students to study at leading Indian universities.

  • Support Includes: Institutional fees and other compulsory charges.

Asia Foundation Scholarships

The Asia Foundation, under its Promote Women’s Scholarship Program, has supported Afghan women to pursue master’s degrees in India.

Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC)

The SPDC scheme, supported by the Ministry of External Affairs, provides financial assistance to children of NRIs, PIOs, and OCIs for undergraduate courses in professional and non-professional streams in India.

  • Eligibility:
    • Age: 17–21 years.
    • Minimum academic qualification: 60% aggregate in qualifying exams.
    • Family income not exceeding USD 5,000 per month.
  • Support Includes: Tuition fees, hostel fees, and other institutional charges.

International Student Cell (ISC)

JSS AHER’s International Student Cell (ISC) is a dedicated resource hub for international students, assisting them with:

  • Admissions, visa applications, and registration with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO).
  • Academic and personal guidance, career counseling, and regular engagements to foster inclusivity.
  • Outreach at international fairs and exhibitions.

For more details, visit: JSS AHER Scholarship Schemes

For more details, visit: International student Cell