SN Bose Scholarship: All about the student exchange program for studying in the US
The SN Bose Scholarship, or SN Bose Scholars Program, is a prestigious student exchange program for Indian students, fostering collaboration between top institutions in India and the United States. The program, which aims to encourage the next generation of innovators, is jointly supported by the Science & Engineering Board (SERB), the Indo-US Science and Technology Forum (IUSSTF), and WINStep Forward. It provides selected candidates with a unique opportunity to experience advanced research facilities and connect with other students.
SN Bose Scholarship Overview
- Application Period: The scholarship application is generally open from September to October.
- Rewards: Recipients receive a stipend for the duration of their stay in the US, health insurance, and airfare.
- Eligibility: The program is open to Indian citizens pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degrees from a recognized institution in India.
Application Process: Interested applicants can apply online through ..
Key Dates
- Application Opens: September
- Application Closes: October
- Internship Starts: Mid-May
These dates are tentative and may change based on the scholarship provider's discretion.
The scholarship provides:
- A stipend for the duration of the internship in the United States.
- Health insurance coverage during the stay.
- Airfare to cover travel expenses to and from the United States.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the SN Bose Scholars Program, the following conditions must be met:
- Applicants must be Indian citizens.
- They should be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree from a recognized institution in India.
- The eligible fields of study include Atmospheric & Earth Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Mathematical & Computational Sciences, and Physical Sciences.
- Candidates must have at least one year left in their degree program in India.
PhD candidates are not eligible.
- Institutes can nominate two of their best students from each discipline per department.
Application Process
Applicants must follow these steps to apply for the SN Bose Scholarship:
- Visit the IUSSTF website, navigate to the "Program Portfolio," then select "Visitation and Fellowships."
- Click on "SN Bose Scholars Program," then select "For Indian Students."
- Scroll down and click on "Online Application Portal for Visitation Programs."
- Click on "Apply Now" to start the application process.
- Register as a new user and verify your account through a link sent to your email.
- Log in and complete the application form, saving information as needed.
- Upload the required documents and submit the application.
Things to keep in mind
- Applications are considered only for those studying in eligible fields.
- The scholarship provider attempts to match placements based on the area indicated in the application.
- There are no partner universities under this program, and placements are arranged accordingly.
- Students with a biology background are encouraged to apply for the Khorana Program for Scholars.
- Master’s students in their first semester must submit their Bachelor's rank certificate and mark sheet.
Source: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com//nri/study/sn-bose-scholarship-all-about-the-student-exchange-program-for-studying-in-the-us/articleshow/109499952.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst
