Study in India (SII) portal

About Study in India (SII) portal:

 

• It is a dedicated website to provide information about higher education institutions (HEIs) in India.
• Aim: Establishing India as a global hub for education by welcoming students from diverse backgrounds.
• It will showcase the academic programmes in the HEIs covering undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes as well courses in Indian Knowledge System (IKS) such as Yoga, Ayurveda, classical arts and more. 
• The portal will have information about the academic facilities, research support and related information available in the institutes.
• It will be a one-stop spot for student registration, the visa application process, choosing the desired courses and receiving offer letters from the institute.
• It will have the provision for students to apply in more than one institute or course of their choice.
• It will offer a streamlined and well-organised application process for international students seeking higher education opportunities in India.

 

Study in India (SII) programme: 

• It is a flagship project launched by the education ministry in 2018.
• Aim: Endorse India as a prime education hub for international students by inviting them to pursue higher education in the country and explore valuable educational opportunities enabled by top Indian universities.

 

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Q1) What is the MHRD-ICCR Scholarship?

This is a fully-funded scholarship that covers tuition fees, living expenses, and airfare. It is offered to students from developing countries who want to pursue a Master's or PhD degree in India.

Source: Centre Launches 'Study In India' Portal To Help International Students