The High Commission of India Colombo has announced the offer of Forty (40) scholarships for Sri Lankan Nationals under the "Scheme of Scholarship for Nationals of Sri Lanka" for undergraduate courses in various Indian Universities, during the forthcoming session of 2007 - 2008.

High Commission of India selects meritorious young Sri Lankan nationals for these scholarships, in consultation with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Government of Sri Lanka, for pursuing various undergraduate courses in different universities. The Ministry of Education has invited applications from eligible candidates and the last date for submission of duly filled up application forms is November 24, 2006.

All scholarships cover full tuition fees for the entire duration of the course and students are also paid a monthly sustenance allowance of Indian Rupees 3600/- (US $ 79/-) at undergraduate level. The scholarship also covers accommodation allowance up to of Rs. 3000/- (US $ 66/-) per month and an annual grant for books, stationary at the rate of Indian Rupees 3600/- (US $ 79/-).

Besides, all ICCR scholars in India are provided full healthcare facilities, first class train fare and an annual grant of Indian Rs. 2000/- for educational tours to various parts of the country, apart from several other auxiliary benefits.

Candidates interested in applying for the above scholarships may please contact High Commission of India, Education Wing, Colombo - 3 or Ministry of Education and Higher Education, 18 Ward Place, Colombo-7 / Web site http;//www.moe.gov.lk or refer the relevant Gazette notification published on 03rd November, 2006.