The Embassy of France in India is currently open for applications for the renowned scholarship initiative – France Excellence Charpak. These scholarships present Indian students with the chance to pursue higher education in France at either the undergraduate or postgraduate level in various fields of study.
Key details regarding the Charpak Bachelor, Master, and Exchange scholarships are as follows:
1. France Excellence Charpak Master’s Scholarship
Individuals intending to pursue their master’s studies in France are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Successful candidates will be granted a monthly stipend of 860 euros in addition to other benefits.
Field of study: All disciplines
Eligibility: Applicants must be Indian nationals under 30 years of age, have applied for admission to a French higher educational institution commencing between September and December 2024.
Deadline: March 20, 2024
2. France Excellence Charpak Bachelor’s Scholarship
High school graduates aspiring to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in France can apply for this scholarship. Recipients will receive a monthly stipend of 860 euros alongside supplementary benefits.
Field of study: All disciplines
Eligibility: The candidate must be an Indian national below 23 years of age, have applied for admission to a French Higher Education Institution (HEI) starting between September and December 2024.
Deadline: April 1, 2024
3. France Excellence Charpak Exchange scholarship (Autumn session)
Individuals planning to pursue master’s studies in France can apply for this exchange scholarship. Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend of 860 euros along with additional benefits.
Field of study: All disciplines
Eligibility: Applicants must be Indian nationals under 30 years of age, nominated by an Indian institution for a semester exchange at a partner institution in France.
Deadline: May 1, 2024
Co-financed scholarships
These scholarships, offered in collaboration with French institutions and various partners, provide tuition fee waivers and other advantages to students enrolled at partner institutions. Particularly for those interested in social sciences, engineering, management studies, or western classical music, exploring these opportunities is highly recommended.
Institute partners include Sciences Po Paris, The Neemrana Music Foundation, Ecole Normale Supérieure de Lyon, Ecole Normale Supérieure de Paris – PSL, Rennes Business School, IESEG Business School, EDHEC Business School, Kedge Business School, EM Normandie Business School. Interested students should directly contact the respective institution for information on the application process and eligibility criteria.
Other scholarships
Apart from the Charpak scholarships, there are other notable opportunities for Indian students seeking higher education abroad. Some of these include:
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Inlaks Scholarship: Offers financial aid to exceptional students for postgraduate studies in various fields abroad.
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Deadline: March 11, 2024
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Aga Khan Foundation Scholarship: Provides financial support to outstanding students from developing countries, including India, for postgraduate studies abroad.
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Deadline: March 31, 2024
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The JN Tata Endowment – Higher Education of Indians: Offers loan scholarships to Indian students for higher education abroad in diverse academic disciplines.
For further information on scholarships, interested candidates can contact Campus France India offices for guidance or write to [ppp1].
France has set a target to host 30,000 Indian students by 2030, with the aim of strengthening bilateral ties with India economically and culturally. To facilitate this objective, French universities and colleges will be establishing ‘international classes’ and introducing English-medium courses to assist international students in adapting to the French education system. Last year, France also announced a five-year validity short-stay visa for Indian students pursuing Master’s studies in the country.