The Embassy of India in Kathmandu has invited online applications from Nepali students studying in Nepal for the Mahatma Gandhi Scholarship Scheme (MGSS) and the Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme (GJSS) for the academic year 2026–27.
According to the notice issued by the Embassy, eligible students can submit their applications through the official scholarship portal, www.goischolarship.com.np.
Application Dates and Deadlines
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Application Opening Date: October 23, 2026 (2083 Kartik 6)
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Application Deadline: November 15, 2026 (2083 Kartik 29), by 11:59 PM (23:59 hrs.)
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Online Portal Closing Time: November 16, 2026, at 00:00 hrs.
Common Eligibility Criteria for Both Scholarships
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Citizenship: Applicants must be Nepali citizens. They must upload a citizenship certificate belonging to themselves or either parent.
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Family Income: The applicant's annual family income must be less than NPR 200,000. A recent income certificate issued by an authorized Nepal Government official must be uploaded.
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Disability Certificate: Applicants with disabilities must submit a certificate issued by an authorized Nepal Government official, such as an official from the local government or District Administration Office.
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Other Scholarships: Applicants must not be receiving a scholarship from any other source.
1. Mahatma Gandhi Scholarship Scheme (MGSS) 2026–27
The Mahatma Gandhi Scholarship Scheme is intended for Nepali students regularly enrolled in Class 11 at recognized educational institutions in Nepal.
Eligibility Requirements
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Applicants must be regularly studying in Class 11 at a recognized educational institution in Nepal.
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Students enrolled in diploma programs are not eligible.
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Applicants must have secured at least 60% aggregate marks in Class 10.
Scholarship Amount and Duration
Selected students will receive NPR 24,000 per year for two years, covering Classes 11 and 12.
Conditions for Scholarship Continuation
To continue receiving the scholarship in Class 12, students must submit:
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Their Class 11 mark sheet.
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A certificate verified by the school principal confirming their percentage of marks obtained in Class 11 and their continued enrollment in Class 12.
2. Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme (GJSS) 2026–27
The Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme is intended for Nepali students regularly enrolled in the first year of undergraduate programs at recognized educational institutions in Nepal.
Eligibility Requirements
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Applicants must be regularly studying in the first year of an undergraduate program at a recognized educational institution in Nepal.
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Students enrolled in diploma programs are not eligible.
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Applicants must have secured at least 70% aggregate marks in Class 12, excluding marks obtained in Class 11.
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Age Limit: Applicants must be between 17 and 22 years of age as of 2084 Asar 16.
Scholarship Amount and Duration
The scholarship amount and duration vary according to the academic program.
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Academic Program |
Annual Scholarship |
Duration |
|---|---|---|
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MBBS/BDS |
NPR 48,000 |
5 years |
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B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch./BAMS |
NPR 48,000 |
4 years |
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Other Courses |
NPR 36,000 |
3 years |
Conditions for Scholarship Continuation
To continue receiving the scholarship in the second and subsequent years, students must submit:
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Their mark sheet for each academic year.
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A certificate verified by the principal or head of the institution confirming the percentage of marks obtained in the previous year.
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For semester-based programs, the certificate must specify the aggregate percentage of marks.
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The certificate must also confirm continued enrollment in the next academic year or semester.
Scholarship Payment Procedure
Scholarship recipients must send the required documents to attacheedu.kathmandu@mea.gov.in by December 31 each year.
After receiving the required documents, the Embassy will deposit the scholarship amount into a bank account opened in the student's name.
The scholarship will be cancelled if the required documents are not received within the prescribed deadline.
Important Instructions for Applicants
The Embassy has issued the following instructions for students applying under either scholarship scheme:
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Applicants must clearly provide their name, address, email address, contact number, and academic marks in the application form. They must also upload a recent, clear passport-size photograph.
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Applicants must carefully review all information before submission because the application form cannot be corrected once submitted.
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Applicants should ensure that they receive an Acknowledgement Receipt after submitting the application.
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Applicants must securely retain their registered email address and password for future correspondence and communication.
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All information will be communicated exclusively through the applicant's registered email address.
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Documents submitted by email or post after the prescribed deadline will not be accepted.
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Students who fail to pass Class 11 or the first or subsequent years or semesters of an undergraduate program will no longer be eligible for the scholarship from that year onward.
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Applicants are prohibited from interacting directly with the Education Wing of the Embassy of India, Kathmandu.
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The Embassy reserves the full right to accept or reject scholarship applications.
Embassy Warns Students Against Unauthorized Intermediaries
The Embassy of India has urged students to remain cautious when applying for scholarships through educational consultancies or intermediaries.
According to the notice, applications submitted through educational consultancies or other unauthorized intermediaries will not be recognized and may be rejected.
The Embassy will accept applications submitted directly by applicants only.
Students are therefore advised to apply through the designated online portal rather than relying on unauthorized individuals or agencies.
Applicants who require assistance or clarification while completing the online application form may contact goischolarshiphelp@gmail.com.
Emails seeking assistance should include complete details and relevant supporting documents.
Official Scholarship Application Portal: www.goischolarship.com.np
Scholarship Application Assistance: goischolarshiphelp@gmail.com
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