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Study in India (SII) Initiative

The Study in India (SII) programme is a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. It has been launched with the vision of positioning India as a global education hub and attracting talented international students to pursue higher education at premier Indian institutions.

Objectives

  • Promote India globally as a preferred destination for quality and affordable education.
  • Provide financial assistance through scholarships and tuition fee waivers for deserving international students.
  • Offer a seamless experience by integrating admissions, scholarship management, and visa support through a single, unified platform: Study in India Portal.

Eligibility & Selection

  • Eligible international students apply via the SII portal to obtain a unique SII-ID, which is essential for both admission and visa processing
  • Scholarship selection is merit-based, determined by performance in the PRAGATII (Ind-SAT) exam or via a merit list

Benefits & Coverage

  • SII Scholarship (~USD 3,200) covers tuition and living expenses including room, board, and food
  • Fee Waivers from partner institutes:
    • G1: 100% tuition waiver
    • G2: 50% waiver
    • G3: 25% waiver
    • G4: no waiver
  • Some institutes like LPU enhance accessibility by providing Ind-SAT prep classes for their first-choice applicants

Application & Portal Advantages

  • The SII portal consolidates admission, scholarship, and visa procedures in one place
  • All partner institutes and programme details are listed state-wise to help applicants choose courses and universities relevant to them

Summary Table

AspectDetails
ProgrammeStudy in India (SII), by Government of India
Application Portalstudyinindia.gov.in (includes admissions, SII-ID, scholarships, visa guidance)
Scholarship ValueUSD 3,200 (approx. ₹2.5 lakh) under SII Scholarship
Selection CriteriaMerit via PRAGATII (Ind-SAT) or merit list
Fee Waiver CategoriesG1: 100%, G2: 50%, G3: 25%, G4: none
CoverageAdmission fees, tuition, accommodation, food (for SII scholars); waivers vary by institute
Notable SupportPrep classes (e.g., LPU) for Ind-SAT accessible via the portal
GoalBoost international enrollments, centralize admissions & scholarship processes

What You Should Do Next

  • Register via the [Study in India portal] obtain your SII-ID and apply to partner institutes.
  • Take the PRAGATII/Ind-SAT exam to maximize your chances for the USD 3,200 scholarship.
  • Research partner universities based on their fee waiver categories (G1–G4).
  • Take advantage of prep resources (like LPU’s free classes) if applicable.

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