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The Oxford and Cambridge Society of India (OCSI) Scholarship is given to students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, research, or certificate programmes at the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. Every year, one scholar is chosen for the scholarship by the Oxford and Cambridge Society of India. However, the number is subject to change based on the association's decision. OCSI is a partial-cost scholarship that benefits academically and provides financial aid to Indian students while they study.
| Offered by | Trust |
|---|---|
| Amount granted | Variable |
| Type of scholarship | Merit-based |
| Level of program | Graduate, undergraduate, doctorate |
| Application deadline | May, 2024 (tentative) |
| International students | Indian Students only |
| Official url | University of Oxford |
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All applicants are given an equal opportunity to apply for the Oxford and Cambridge Society of India Scholarships.
Decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age (except for the maximum age criterion), gender, or ancestry.
The OCSI scholarships worth INR 200,000 will be awarded to each of the two scholarship holders who will be able to study at either the University of Cambridge or the University of Oxford.
OCSI Scholarship in memory of K.K. Luthra
Anita Banerji Memorial Scholarship at OCSI.
From the Emmanuel College Cambridge (India) Trust, one scholarship worth INR 100,000 is available only at Emmanuel College, University of Cambridge.
Ritika Dhamija has offered one scholarship worth INR 100,000 available only at St. Hilda's College, Oxford.
OCSI will provide candidates with a letter of support for other scholarship awarding bodies.
Candidates will be granted free life membership in the Oxford and Cambridge Society of India.
Candidates will be mentored and guided by a member of The OCSI.
The Oxford and Cambridge Society of India strives each year to raise funds and receive other grants that become available by June. Candidates who apply for The OCSI scholarships are also eligible for any such additional grants.
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GraduationTo be eligible for the scholarship, students must first enroll in any part-time or full-time programme at Cambridge University, Oxford University, or any of their affiliated colleges. The candidates are further shortlisted based on the eligibility criteria established by the universities.
Universities' eligibility criteria are as follows:
You must be an Indian citizen living in India.
Must be no older than 30 years old as of September 1 of the year of application for the award.
Admission to Cambridge or Oxford University is required.
Before the scholarship funds are released, proof of residence at Oxford or Cambridge is required.
Candidates are expected to be admitted to Oxford or Cambridge University through the normal academic process. OCSI will not help them with their admissions.
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Students applying for the OCSI scholarship must have a letter of acceptance from Oxford or Cambridge University or one of their affiliated colleges. Students considering applying for a scholarship should consider the following points:
Every year, application forms for the scholarship are available on the official website of the Oxford and Cambridge Society of India by mid-February.
Applications must be submitted to the society by May 15, 2024 (tentatively).
All candidates who have been shortlisted will be required to attend an interview in New Delhi in early June 2024 (tentatively).
Candidates who pass the interview stage will be awarded scholarships by mid-July 2024 (tentatively).
The documents required for the Oxford and Cambridge Society of India Scholarships are:
Scholarship application form completed
Evidence of Indian citizenship and regular residence in India
Transcripts from all previous educational institutions (including undergraduate, graduate, and any other relevant courses).
Admission to a full-time course at the University of Cambridge or the University of Oxford is required.
Recommendation letter
Personal assertion
Before determining the outcome and awarding the scholarship, OCSI considers a candidate's overall performance. It is a highly sought-after award because the number of scholarships available is limited and there are a large number of applicants.
The following are the major factors that influence candidate shortlisting:
Academic Excellence
Achievements in Extracurricular Activities
Responses to Community / Social Work Questions on the Application Form
Please keep in mind that shortlisted candidates must physically appear for an interview during the selection process.
Don't limit yourself to scholarships -
You can contact the University of Oxford by clicking on the following link:
Oxford University offers various types of scholarships to international students, including Indian students.
The OCSI scholarship is worth INR 2 Lakh.
Candidates must be Indian citizens. In order to be eligible for the Oxford Scholarship, they must also achieve excellent academic results.
