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Scholarship Scheme for Diaspora Children (Last date of registration is 15th October 2018)

Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC) 

Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC) was introduced from the academic year 2006-07 with a view to make higher education in Indian Universities/Institutions accessible to diaspora children and promote India as a centre for higher studies. The Government has announced 150 slots for Scholarship for Diaspora Children under SPDC scheme for the academic year 2018-19 and the last date for online registration  is September 30, 2018.  The Government has now decided to extend the date for the online submission of application till October 15, 2018 to enable the candidates who couldn't apply earlier for the scholarship.  

For more information, kindly visit SPDC portal:  http://spdcindia.gov.in