- Tamil Nadu will select 50 candidates for postgraduate studies at top 500 QS-ranked foreign universities, offering financial assistance of up to ₹36 lakh per year.
Chennai : The Government of Tamil Nadu has invited applications from eligible students who studied in government schools in the state and wish to pursue postgraduate studies at renowned universities abroad during the 2026–27 academic year.
Under the scheme, 50 candidates will be selected to receive financial assistance for full-time, on-campus Master's programmes in Engineering, Arts, Science or Humanities at foreign universities ranked among the top 500 in the latest QS World University Rankings.
Selected candidates can receive financial assistance of up to ₹36 lakh per year, subject to the prescribed scheme guidelines.
The application process began on November 2, 2026, and the last date for registration through the Google Form and submission of the hard copy of the application is December 31, 2026.
Tamil Nadu Overseas PG Financial Assistance Scheme 2026: Key Details
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Particulars |
Details |
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Scheme |
Financial Assistance for Postgraduate Studies Abroad |
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Government |
Government of Tamil Nadu |
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Implementing department |
Directorate of Technical Education |
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Academic year |
2026–27 |
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Total candidates to be selected |
50 |
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Engineering candidates |
25 |
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Arts, Science and Humanities candidates |
25 |
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Maximum financial assistance |
Up to ₹36 lakh per year |
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Application mode |
Google Form and hard-copy submission |
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Registration begins |
November 2, 2026 |
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Last date |
December 31, 2026 |
Who Can Apply for the Tamil Nadu Study Abroad Scheme?
The scheme is intended for eligible candidates with a government-school education background in Tamil Nadu. Applicants must satisfy the prescribed educational, admission, academic performance, income and age requirements.
1. Government School Education
Applicants must meet either of the following educational conditions:
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Studied from Class 6 to Class 12 in Tamil Nadu government schools; or
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Studied from Class 6 to Class 10 in Tamil Nadu government schools, followed by a three-year Diploma from a Government Polytechnic College in Tamil Nadu.
2. Admission to a Foreign University
Candidates must have an unconditional offer of admission to a full-time, on-campus Master's programme in one of the following disciplines:
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Engineering
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Arts
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Science
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Humanities
The foreign university must be ranked among the top 500 universities in the latest QS World University Rankings.
3. Bachelor's Degree Marks
Applicants must have secured at least 75% marks or an equivalent grade in their qualifying Bachelor's degree.
4. Family Income
The total annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹8 lakh.
5. Age Limit
The applicant's age must not exceed 30 years as of August 1, 2026.
Number of Candidates to Be Selected
A total of 50 candidates will be selected under the scheme for financial assistance to pursue Master's programmes at eligible foreign universities.
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Academic Stream |
Number of Candidates |
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Engineering |
25 |
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Arts, Science and Humanities |
25 |
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Total |
50 |
Financial Assistance Under the Scheme
Selected candidates will receive financial assistance of up to ₹36 lakh per year, subject to the scheme's prescribed guidelines.
Applicants should refer to the official guidelines and Annexure II for the detailed terms, conditions and documents required to avail the assistance.
Tamil Nadu Overseas PG Scholarship 2026: Important Dates
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Event |
Date |
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Registration begins |
November 2, 2026 |
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Last date for Google Form registration |
December 31, 2026 |
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Last date for hard-copy submission |
December 31, 2026 |
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Academic year |
2026–27 |
How to Apply for Tamil Nadu Financial Assistance for PG Studies Abroad?
Eligible candidates must complete the Google Form registration and submit a signed hard copy of the application along with the documents specified in Annexure II.
Application procedure:
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Visit the official Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu website at https://dte.tn.gov.in/.
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Read the supplementary notification, scheme guidelines and Annexure II carefully.
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Open the Google Form registration link provided in the notification.
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Enter the required personal, educational and admission details.
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Submit the Google Form before December 31, 2026.
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Download and print the submitted application response.
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Sign the printed application and attach the documents specified in Annexure II.
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Send the signed application and supporting documents to the Directorate of Technical Education, Chennai, before the deadline.
Google Form registration:
https://forms.gle/MABNLgy21rfcNC1bA
Where to Submit the Hard Copy?
Candidates must send the signed application and required documents to the following address:
The Director
Directorate of Technical Education
53, Sardar Patel Road, Guindy
Chennai – 600025, Tamil Nadu
The cover should be superscribed with:
"Application for PG Abroad"
Contact Details for Queries
Candidates can contact the Directorate of Technical Education for queries regarding the scheme.
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Email: adpdote@tndote.com
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Official website: https://dte.tn.gov.in/
All information, guidelines, Annexure II, the Google Form link and schedules related to the scheme will be published on the official Directorate website.
Important Instructions for Applicants
Candidates should ensure that they fulfil all eligibility conditions before applying. They should also verify that their foreign university and Master's programme meet the requirements specified in the notification.
Both Google Form registration and submission of the signed hard copy with the prescribed documents are required.
Last date for registration and hard-copy submission: December 31, 2026.
FAQs
1. What is the Tamil Nadu Financial Assistance Scheme for PG Studies Abroad?
It is a Government of Tamil Nadu initiative providing financial assistance to eligible students from government-school backgrounds who wish to pursue postgraduate studies at renowned foreign universities.
2. How many students will be selected under the scheme?
A total of 50 candidates will be selected: 25 from Engineering and 25 from Arts, Science and Humanities.
3. What is the maximum financial assistance available?
Selected candidates can receive financial assistance of up to ₹36 lakh per year, subject to scheme guidelines.
4. What is the educational eligibility for the scheme?
Applicants must have studied Classes 6–12 in Tamil Nadu government schools, or Classes 6–10 in such schools followed by a three-year Diploma from a Tamil Nadu Government Polytechnic College.
5. What is the minimum Bachelor's degree percentage required?
Candidates must have secured at least 75% marks or an equivalent grade in their qualifying Bachelor's degree.
6. What is the family income limit?
The total annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹8 lakh.
7. What is the age limit?
Candidates must not be more than 30 years old as of August 1, 2026.
8. Which foreign universities are eligible?
Candidates must have an unconditional offer for a full-time, on-campus Master's programme at a foreign university ranked among the top 500 in the latest QS World University Rankings.
9. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for Google Form registration and submission of the signed hard copy is December 31, 2026.
10. Is hard-copy submission required?
Yes. Candidates must download and print their Google Form response, sign it and send it with the documents specified in Annexure II.
11. Where can candidates find the application form and guidelines?
The information is available on the Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu website at https://dte.tn.gov.in/.
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