MGJSMOSS 2026: Financial Assistance for Postgraduate Studies Abroad

At a glance

About the scheme

The Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Overseas Scholarship Scheme (MGJSMOSS) is a state‑level initiative of Jharkhand that offers financial support to meritorious students from Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, Minorities and Backward Classes for pursuing Masters or M.Phil programmes in leading universities abroad. The scheme partners with the Chevening Scholarship to cover tuition fees, living expenses, travel and other academic costs, with a maximum tuition coverage of £94,000 per year for selected candidates. A total of 25 students are chosen each year, with 5 selected under the Chevening partnership and the remaining 20 under the MGJSMOSS scheme. The programme also reserves 30% of seats for female applicants.

Benefits

• Provides financial assistance to students to pursue higher studies abroad.
• Covers tuition fees for selected postgraduate programs up to £94,000/- per year.
• Monthly living allowance for students based on their location (London or other regions).
• Return airfare in the economy class for travel between India and the UK.
• Additional grants for thesis submission, exams, and related expenses.
• Encourages representation of women by reserving 30% of the seats for female applicants.

Who can apply (eligibility)

• The applicant should be a resident of Jharkhand state.
• The applicant must belong to Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, Minorities, or Backward Classes.
• The applicant's maximum age should be 35 years at the time of application.
• The applicant should hold a bachelor's degree and have outstanding academic performance.
• The applicant must have an admission offer from a top 100 globally ranked university or a UK university listed in Annexure-A.

Documents required

• Caste Certificate (issued by the competent authority).
• Proof of Admission (from the selected university).
• Self-declaration Form for minority applicants (if applicable).
• Academic Transcripts and Degree Certificates.
• Valid Passport and Visa Application Details.
• Statement of Purpose (SOP) and Letters of Recommendation.

How to apply

1. 1Visit the Chevening website and click on the application system.
2. 2Complete the online registration form and receive an email with a link to the application portal.
3. 3Pass the eligibility checker and note the access code displayed.
4. 4Complete each section of the application form including personal details, education history, work history, programme choices, referees, and essay questions.
5. 5Upload required documents and submit the application.
6. 6Confirm submission and wait for shortlisting and interview invitation.

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