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Unnathi Scholarship for Overseas Studies (Kerala) 2026

Awarded by Government of Kerala

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

MastersPhD

Funding Type

Full Funding · Tuition fee + Accommodation + Visa + Health insurance + Air travel

Eligible Courses

All subjects offered by the universities

Eligible Nationalities

Open to Indian nationals (residents of Kerala) belonging to SC/ST communities of Kerala

Can Be Taken At

Foreign universities/institutions abroad

Provider

Government of Kerala

Last Verified On

16 Mar 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

The Unnathi Scholarship for Overseas Studies aims to provide talented and meritorious students from the Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) communities of Kerala the opportunity to pursue postgraduate or higher-level studies abroad. 

Eligibility Criteria for Unnathi Scholarship for Overseas Studies (Kerala):

Applicants must:

  • Be a resident of Kerala and belong to the SC or ST community of Kerala. 
  • Have secured at least 55% marks (or equivalent) in the qualifying examination (as per university criteria).
  • Be below 35 years of age at the time of application.
  • Not be a government employee or employee of any public sector undertaking.
  • Apply according to the scheme’s process before admission to the foreign institution; applications after securing admission through other procedures are not eligible.
  • The scholarship is to be awarded for only one program/course of study abroad.

Value of Unnathi Scholarship for Overseas Studies (Kerala):

The scholarship is awarded as financial support for overseas study. For SC (Scheduled Castes) students the slabs are:

  • Family income up to ₹12 ,00,000 → Up to ₹25,00,000 (₹ 25 lakh) total for the full course (including tuition, accommodation, living expenses, visa, health insurance, air travel).
  • Family income ₹12,00,001 to ₹20,00,000 → Up to ₹20,00,000 (₹ 20 lakh) total.
  • Family income above ₹20,00,000 → Up to ₹15,00,000 (₹ 15 lakh) total.

Application Process:

Applicants must apply online via the official portal.

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2

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3

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4

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5

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Documents Needed

  • Academic Transcripts (Usually required)

  • Income Certificate (For need-based scholarships)

  • Identity Proof (Usually required)

  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Government of Kerala. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Unnathi Scholarship for Overseas Studies (Kerala) 2026 is N/A.
  • Unnathi Scholarship for Overseas Studies (Kerala) 2026 is offered to Masters, PhD degree.
  • Unnathi Scholarship for Overseas Studies (Kerala) 2026 is offered for All subjects offered by the universities.
  • Unnathi Scholarship for Overseas Studies (Kerala) 2026 is open for: Open to Indian nationals (residents of Kerala) belonging to SC/ST communities of Kerala.
  • Unnathi Scholarship for Overseas Studies (Kerala) 2026 is offered by Government of Kerala.
  • Unnathi Scholarship for Overseas Studies (Kerala) 2026 covers Full Funding, Tuition fee + Accommodation + Visa + Health insurance + Air travel.