Surety Bonds for Study Abroad Expenses

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What type of visa should a candidate obtain if applying for admission in the United States of America under the Scheme?

J-1 Visa

What type of visa is not eligible for scholarship under the Scheme if a candidate has already obtained it?

F-1 Visa

What list does the State Department of the USA keep for J-1 visas for students?

List of Designated Sponsor Organizations

What undertaking does the candidate need to give regarding sharing information with the concerned Indian Mission abroad and the Ministry?

Allow the University to share information Signup and view all the answers

What must the candidate declare regarding scholarships from other organizations for the course applied under this scheme?

Not in receipt of any scholarship Signup and view all the answers

What responsibility does the Government of India take regarding obtaining a visa for candidates?

No responsibility Signup and view all the answers

What financial assistance is provided for the spouse and children of the married candidate under the Scheme?

No financial assistance of any kind is provided. Signup and view all the answers

Who is liable to refund any overpayment received through Indian Mission abroad or any other Government agency?

The awardee is liable to refund the overpayment. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a candidate completes their education abroad without following the required procedures under the NOS Scheme?

No scholarship will be disbursed or paid. Signup and view all the answers

Who will make final decisions on unforeseeable issues concerning awardees not covered under the written Scheme?

The Ministry, in consultation with other Departments/Agencies. Signup and view all the answers

Can candidates change the course of study or research for which the scholarship has been sanctioned?

No, candidates cannot change the course. Signup and view all the answers

Is any support or assistance provided for the spouse and children of awardees under the Scheme?

No support coverage is provided. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum age limit for candidates to be eligible for the scholarship?

35 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the income ceiling for total family income to qualify for the scholarship?

Rs. 8.00 lakh per annum Signup and view all the answers

Who should issue the income certificate for the scholarship application?

Revenue Officer not below the rank of 'Tehsildar' Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered as part of the family for determining family income?

Candidate, parents, siblings below 18, spouse, and children below 18 Signup and view all the answers

How many times can an awardee receive the scholarship?

Only once Signup and view all the answers

How many children of the same parents can be eligible for the scholarship?

Not more than two Signup and view all the answers

What expenses are covered by the surety bonds for the awardee during the study abroad period?

Travel expenses, fees, maintenance, contingency allowances, stipends, scholarship, and other miscellaneous expenses Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for issuing solvency certificates for the sureties of the selected candidates?

Revenue department of the concerned State Government Signup and view all the answers

What should a selected candidate do if they obtain admission in an accredited University abroad before executing the bonds?

Execute a Power of Attorney (POA) for a representative in India to act on their behalf Signup and view all the answers

How should the Power of Attorney (POA) be validated if executed by a candidate studying abroad?

Get it attested/validated by the Indian Embassy/High Commission in the country of study Signup and view all the answers

What documents are the selected candidates required to furnish before their departure?

All documents and agreements decided by the Government of India Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances would the sureties have to pay the specified amount jointly or severally?

If the awardee is declared a defaulter by the Ministry under the provisions of the scheme Signup and view all the answers

When can an awardee pursuing Ph.D be allowed to change the University/Institution?

When their guide has left and there are no immediate replacements or the University/Institution has discontinued support facilities. Signup and view all the answers

How many times can an awardee change the University/Institution during the award period?

Only once. Signup and view all the answers

What should an awardee do if they need to return to India temporarily?

Inform the Indian Mission and the educational institution where they are pursuing studies. Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition for an awardee to change the University/Institution during the award period?

Credits earned in the initial institution must be accepted for transfer by the second institution. Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can an awardee change the University/Institution?

When the guide has left or there are no immediate replacements, or when the University/Institution has discontinued support facilities. Signup and view all the answers

Can an awardee return to India for any reason during the award period?

Yes, if there is an exigency at home. Signup and view all the answers