The Orange Tulip Scholarship in India (OTS India) helps academically bright Indian students to study in the Netherlands for bachelors and masters. These scholarships are managed by the Netherlands Education Support Office (NESO) for India.
Scholarship details |
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Offered by |
Netherlands Education Support Office (NESO) |
Amount granted |
Varies within participating universities |
Type of scholarship |
Merit-based |
Level of program |
Undergraduate & Graduate |
Deadline/important dates |
Deadlines between February - May (for most universities it is 1st April) |
Renewability |
Automatically renewed |
Official URL |
What is the eligibility criteria for the OTS scholarship?
- Be a citizen of India
- Not have a degree from a Dutch education institution
- Currently in the admission process or got admission in any of the participating universities
- Not working or studying in the Netherlands at the time of application
Participating universities and scholarship details
19 universities in the Netherlands participate in the Orange Tulip Scholarship program (OTS India) for 2023. The table below lists the universities, eligibility requirements, and scholarship benefits:
University |
Level of Study |
IELTS/TOEFL Score |
Amount |
Deadline |
Breda University of Applied Sciences |
Bachelor’s |
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Tuition fee reduction - 3,000 EUR in the first year and 1,500 EUR in subsequent years |
01 April 2023 |
Fontys University of Applied Sciences |
Master’s |
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1,300 EUR towards the tuition fee |
01 April 2023 |
Hanze University of Applied Sciences |
Master’s |
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3,000 EUR towards tuition fee |
01 April 2023 |
Institute of Housing and Urban Development |
Master’s |
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3,500 EUR |
01 April 2023 |
Institute of Social Studies (ISS) |
Master’s |
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7,000 EUR |
01 April 2023 |
Maastricht School of Management |
Master’s |
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16,000 - 28,500 EUR on tuition fee |
May 01, 2023 |
Maastricht University |
Master’s |
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100% of the tuition fee |
01 April 2023 |
Radboud University |
Master’s |
|
|
28 February 2023 |
Reinwardt Academy |
Study master’s in Applied Museum and Heritage Studies |
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3,000 EUR reduction on the tuition fee |
April 01 2023 |
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences |
Master’s |
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3,000 EUR |
01 April 2023 |
Saxion University of Applied Sciences |
Bachelor’s or selected master’s courses |
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5,000 EUR |
01 April 2023 |
The Hague University of Applied Sciences |
Bachelor’s |
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5,000 EUR |
01 June 2023 |
Tilburg University |
Master’s |
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Tuition fee reduced to 4,530 EUR |
01 April 2023 |
University of Amsterdam - Social Sciences |
Master’s |
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16,900 EUR |
13 January 2023 |
University of Groningen (Faculty of Arts) |
Master’s |
|
450 EUR per month towards living costs |
01 April 2023 |
University Medical Center Groningen |
Master’s |
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100% of the tuition fee and 900 EUR towards living costs |
01 March 2023 |
Vrije University Amsterdam |
Master’s |
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100% of the tuition fee |
February 01 2023 |
Wageningen University & Research |
Bachelor’s or Master’s |
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25% of the tuition fee |
01 May 2023 |
Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences |
Master’s |
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7,500 EUR |
01 April 2023 |
What is the application process for the OTS scholarship?
- Apply and get confirmation from the chosen Dutch University
- Go to the official website and download the OTS application form.
- Fill out the OTS application form which asks for details like
- Personal information
- Details on the study program in the Netherlands
- Academic background
- Work experience information
- Details on how you are financing your studies
- Declaration
- Attach copies of required documents. The documents you need are an admission letter (if you have one), language test results, and/or recommendation letters. Documents required are subjective for each participating university.
- The candidates must email the duly filled application form to [email protected]. Submit the form in Word or PDF format (file size should be below 20 MB).
- The subject of the email should be OTS 2021-2022 Application [scheme] - [your name]. Example: OTS 2023-2024 Application - University of Amsterdam- Anam Shams.
- The filename of each document should have a clear name in English: [document name] - [applicant’s name]. Example: TOEFL Score Sheet - Anam Shams.
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Know More 〉How to get selected for the OTS scholarship?
- Once the application is received, NESO India will analyze it and forward it to the respective university.
- The selection is on a merit basis.
- All applicants will get an update on their application typically by mid of May.
- The status of the application will be accepted, on the waiting list, or rejected. Accepted applicants must confirm the scholarship. Those on the waiting list will get the scholarship if there are unconfirmed applications.
What are the contact details of the OTS scholarship?
Address: Neso India
11th Floor, Pinnacle Tower, Embassy One, No. 8, Bellary Road, Ganganagar, Bangalore – 560032, Karnataka
Email: [email protected]
Office hours: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
Lunch: 1.00 - 2.00 pm
Disclaimer: All the information provided here is from the official website of the Orange Tulip Scholarship Program. We don’t own any information. Visit the original website for accuracy of data.
Frequently asked questions
What are the age specifications to apply for Orange Tulip Scholarships?
There are no specified age restrictions to apply for Orange Tulip Scholarships. Students who secure admission to eligible universities can apply for scholarships irrespective of their age.
What courses are eligible for Orange Tulip Scholarships?
In general, Orange Tulip Scholarships are available for a variety of courses. The list of eligible courses for Orange Tulip Scholarships varies for each participating university.
Are multiple application forms required to apply for multiple universities offering Orange Tulip Scholarships?
No. An applicant can apply for Orange Tulip Scholarships at participating universities with a single application form.
What is asked in the Orange Tulip Scholarships application form?
The Orange Tulip Scholarships application form has 7 parts to be filled out, as given below:
- Personal information
- Study program details
- Additional OTS schemes (to be applied if relevant)
- Academic background
- Working experience
- Funding options
- Documents
How long are the Orange Tulip Scholarships available?
The Orange Tulip Scholarships are available for the duration of the student’s course.
Will Orange Tulip Scholarships be available for universities not participating in the scholarship program?
No. The student must apply for any participating university to be eligible for Orange Tulip Scholarships.
How much GPA is required for Orange Tulip Scholarships?
The Netherlands follows a 10-point grading system. The university and course of study determine the minimum GPA required for Orange Tulip Scholarships.
Can a student with another scholarship get Orange Tulip Scholarship?
Since the number of scholarships available for each university is limited, it will be difficult for students with another scholarship to win Orange Tulip Scholarships.