SAARC Scholarships at South Asian University – India

Apply By: April 18, 2025

Overview: South Asian University (SAU), based in Delhi, India, provides an array of scholarships for students from the eight SAARC nations, including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and India. These scholarships are available for a wide range of programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels across fields such as Applied Science, Engineering, Economics, Computer Science, Law, and more.

Scholarship Opportunities: SAU offers various scholarships such as the SAU President’s Scholarship, SAARC-India Silver Jubilee Scholarship, SAU Merit Scholarships, and SAU Freeships. These awards cover full tuition fees, accommodation, stipends for living expenses, and even allowances for startup and packing. Notably, the university also provides completely free tuition for Ph.D. students for the duration of their studies.

Programs Offered: Students can apply for bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. programs. The application process varies depending on the program type, with options including an entrance test, direct mode applications, and online courses via the Virtual Campus.

Key Dates:

• Application Deadline (Extended): April 18, 2025
• Entrance Test Date: April 26-27, 2025
• Virtual Campus Program Start Date: June 19, 2025

Entrance Exam Fee: INR 1630 (USD $20)

Available Scholarships:

• President’s Scholarships: For top-ranked candidates in the entrance exam, covering full tuition and additional allowances.
• SAARC-India Silver Jubilee Scholarship: Provides support to 75 students from SAARC countries, with additional funding for female students.
• Merit-Based Scholarships: For students excelling in the entrance exams, offering financial aid for both tuition and accommodation.

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Eligibility Requirements:

• For Bachelor’s Programs: A completed higher secondary education with a strong background in subjects like Mathematics and Physics.
• For Master’s Programs: A relevant undergraduate degree with a minimum required score.
• For Ph.D. Programs: A master’s degree or equivalent, with the minimum required marks for the field of study.

Hostel and Medical Support: SAU provides on-campus accommodation and basic health services, including medical insurance coverage for students.

How to Apply: Applications must be submitted online. Required documents include a passport-size photograph, academic certificates, and a valid ID. Ph.D. applicants may need to provide additional documents such as a fellowship offer letter or proof of funds.

For further details and to submit your application, visit the official South Asian University website.

Website: https://ae1.sau.ac.in/apply/