Inlaks Scholarships (University Courses) Ongoing

Scholarship Overview

The Inlaks Scholarships support Indian students seeking to pursue postgraduate research at top universities international. This prestigious scholarship covers training charges and living expenses, aiming to empower gifted people to excel in their fields and make giant contributions to society upon their go back to India.

Applicable course, university, and country

Inlaks Scholarships (University Courses)

Applicable Courses:

Master’s Degrees, MPhil Programs, Doctoral Programs

Country:

United States of America, United Kingdom, Europe

Scholarship amount details

• Max scholarship per student: USD 100000
• Equivalent in INR: Rs 8407268.25
• Conversion rate used: 1 USD = Rs.91.08

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense	Indicates If the Scholarship Can Be Used for This Type of Expense
Application	× Not covered in scholarship
Tuition & Fees	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Accommodation	× Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Spouse/Child Care	× Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover	× Not covered in scholarship
Others	× Not covered in scholarship

Number of students to be Awarded
Varies

Eligible student nationality

This scholarship is applicable for students from US, United Kingdom, and European countries.

Appication Process for this scholarship

Application Process for the Scholarship

1. Please read all the instructions carefully and have all your documents and information ready.
2. The last day to submit your application is till 12:00 PM (afternoon) on 22nd March 2024.
3. Please do not wait till the last day/minute to submit your application.
4. This is a one sitting online application submission. It cannot be saved.
5. Only one submission per candidate will be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
6. When you begin to fill your application, make sure you have good internet connectivity and uninterrupted time in hand.
7. On starting to fill the form, you will receive a verification code on your email address which needs to be entered in the form, so keep your email open.
8. You cannot save your progress while completing the online application, and you will not be able to edit the application after submission. Please do not refresh the page at any point.
9. Please take screenshots as you progress through the online application in case you face a technical error while submitting your online application. Send an email with a screenshot of the error indication to: techsupport@inlaksfoundation.org
10. For any other query please write to: applications@inlaksfoundation.org
11. When you click ‘Submit’ it may take some time for the application to be submitted. Please be patient and do not click any additional buttons or you may lose your work.
12. The application form comprises 7 sections:
    • Personal Information
    • Proposed Programme
    • University Education
    • Work Experience/Projects pursued
    • Statement of Purpose
    • 2 References
    • Declaration
13. Each section has a varied number of fields to be filled along with documents to be uploaded.
14. Fields marked with ‘*’ and drop-downs are mandatory. You will not be allowed to proceed or submit the application without filling these fields.
15. Please keep the following documents handy in PDF file format since you will need to upload them at various points in the application under different sections:
    • Mandatory:
      • Passport – (if expired, continue to upload old passport along with the receipt of application made for a new one as one PDF file document)
      • Updated Resume/Curriculum Vitae
      • Photo (JPEG or PNG)
      • Admission/offer letter. *If you have not received your admission/offer letter by 22nd March, kindly attach the acknowledgement of your application to the said University in a PDF file format. You can separately email the admission/offer letter to applications@inlaksfoundation.org latest by 12 PM (afternoon) 31st March 2024, and we will attach it to your application. However, this will only be accepted if you have submitted your full application form by 22nd March and not accepted in isolation.
      • Fee Statement
      • Proof of additional funding
      • Degree certificates and marksheets
      • Course related portfolio/links/writing samples
    • Optional and/or if relevant:
      • TOEFL/IELTS/GRE score sheets (if relevant to your programme)
      • Academic distinctions, grants, scholarships, prizes, etc., if any
      • Extracurricular attainments, if any
16. On the format of documents:
    • Your photograph must be uploaded in JPG or PNG format and documents must be in PDF format.
    • Once you select your choice of subject, a relevant prompt will appear in the application for you to attach your portfolio/links/writing sample. Please scroll down to the prompt, select, and attach them:
      • Applicants for Documentary film, Dance, Theatre, and Music (Western classical-vocal) must paste links to their performances.
      • Applicants for Media and Journalism, English Literature must upload their writing samples in PDF file format and/or links.
      • Applicants for Architecture, Fine and Applied Art, Urban planning and related subjects must upload their portfolios in PDF file format.
17. All the academic qualifications beginning from your first degree that have been completed/are in progress have to be mentioned at the time of making an application for the scholarship.
18. Eligible Percentage:
    • For Social Sciences, Humanities, Law, Fine Arts, Architecture and related subjects, candidates must have a minimum academic grade of 65%, CGPA 6.8/10, or GPA 2.6/4 from a recognized university/institution.
    • For Mathematics, Sciences, Environment and related subjects, candidates must have a minimum academic grade of 70%, CGPA 7.2/10, or GPA 2.8/4 from a recognized university/institution.
19. On fees and funding: (In case this information is incorrectly filled, the application will be disqualified.)
    • Applicants must indicate the tuition fees and health insurance for the entire duration of their course. For information on the health insurance amounts check with the university for the exact amounts.
    • If you are making an application to read for a PhD programme, please ensure that you mention the fees for all the years of your study.
    • With respect to the fee statement to be uploaded:
      • If the tuition fees are mentioned in the offer letter, then highlight the fee and upload the letter in the fee statement section as a PDF File format document.
      • If the tuition fee is not mentioned in the offer letter, then from the university website, download the tuition document and highlight the fees of the course you have admission of and upload it as a PDF file format.
      • For proof of additional funding, you may attach one or more of any of the following (as ONE PDF file format only):
        • Personal bank statements
        • Parents/Relative bank statements and/or investment with letter of authority
        • Personal investment documents (no property documents allowed)
        • Approval letter of educational loan
        • If you have already received and/or additional scholarship, please upload a proof of document from the University or scholarship organization. If you are waiting for results then kindly let us know through email with proof by 10th April 2024 at applications@inlaksfoundation.org.
      • Living allowance is ‘auto-calculated’ as per Foundation guidelines.
      • Travel amounts for a one-way ticket will be provided in addition to the tuition, maintenance, and health insurance.
      • The total support from the Foundation cannot exceed USD 100,000. The Foundation does not give any scholarships for visas, travel, and health insurance in isolation.
20. On your references:
    • Please inform your referees that they will receive an email from the Foundation with a link to upload their reference letters; these links are valid for 7 days from the day of application and cannot be extended.
    • For applications made on 22nd March 2024, the referee link will be valid for seven days post submission until 29th March 2024.
    • The reference letter must be on letterhead.
    • For students, 2 academic referees are required; for those working, one of the referees can be a professional one.
    • In case the referee cannot find the email, ask them to check their spam folder.
21. On submitting the application:
    • Confirmation of your submitted application will be emailed to your verified email address. If you do not receive this email on the same day, take a screenshot of the acknowledgement you see on the screen after submission of your application with a timestamp and email it to: techsupport@inlaksfoundation.org.
    • If you encounter an error while submitting your online application, send an email with a screenshot of the error indication to: techsupport@inlaksfoundation.org.

Scholarship Application
This scholarship need a separate external application.

Scholarship link

https://www.inlaksfoundation.org/scholarships/how-to-apply/
Application Link
https://inlaksfoundation.org/opportunities/scholarship/
Application Documents

Type of documents	Indicates if this type of document is required to be submitted
Application Form	Required
Academic Transcripts	Required
Personal Statement	Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume	Required
Financial Information	Required
Letters of Recommendation	Required
Proof of Citizenship	Required
Portfolio	Required

Important Dates & FAQ info

Info	Data
Application Deadline	Not Available
Email ID	info@inlaksfoundation.org

 

Scholarship Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria for the Scholarship

1. The applicant must be an Indian passport holder who is a resident in India at the time of application.
2. The applicant must be born on or after 1st January 1995. (for the 2025 scholarship applications)
3. The applicant must hold a degree from a recognized university in India. If you are in the final year of graduation and awaiting results, you are eligible to apply.
4. Applicants who hold an undergraduate degree from a recognized university abroad must have resided continuously, been employed, or have been studying in India for at least two years after their undergraduation, in order to be eligible to apply.
5. Required minimum percentage/grade:
   • For Social Sciences, Humanities, Law, Fine Arts, Architecture, and related subjects, applicants must have a minimum academic grade of 65%, CGPA 6.8/10, or GPA 2.6/4 from a recognized university/institution.
   • For Mathematics, Sciences, Environment, and related subjects, applicants must have a minimum academic grade of 70%, CGPA 7.2/10, or GPA 3/4 from a recognized university/institution.
6. It is essential to have prior admission to the institution and course chosen at the time of the application. The Foundation will not consider applicants without evidence of admission.
7. Applicants who have an English language certification as a conditional part of their offer letter or as a part of any other condition need to attain that certification before applying for the Scholarship.
8. Applicants who have received a deferred offer of admission must have a valid offer for the academic year in which they plan to study to be eligible for that year’s Scholarship.

Scholarship Restriction:
No Special Restriction applicable
Exams Details:

Exam Name	Indicates if exam is required
IELTS	Required
TOEFL	Required
PTE	Required

 

The rating is done considering various factors

Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

Who can apply for the Scholarship?
The scholarship is applicable to students from India.

What is the minimum Qualification Required?
The students must have completed their bachelor’s education from a recognized institution.

What is the procedure for applying?
This scholarship needs a separate external application.

What are the documents required for filling the forms?
Official transcripts.

What is the duration of the Scholarship?
One Time