Padho Pardesh
in Himachal Pradesh
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Key dates and updates (Himachal Pradesh)
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Padho Pardesh in Himachal Pradesh
Padho Pardesh is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Himachal Pradesh.
Apply for Padho Pardesh in Himachal Pradesh
Scheme Overview
Padho Pardesh is a scheme of interest subsidy on educational loans for overseas studies for the students belonging to the minority communities. The scheme was launched by the Ministry of Minority Affairs in 2006 under the Prime Minister's New 15 Point Programme for the Welfare of Minorities.
Eligibility Criteria
Students must have been admitted to an approved master's, M.Phil, or Ph.D. program abroad.
Students must have been admitted to a recognized university or institution abroad.
Student's family income must not exceed ₹ 6,00,000 per annum.
Students must have obtained an education loan from a scheduled bank under the Indian Banks Association (IBA) Education Loan Scheme.
Students must apply for the scheme's benefits during their first year of study. Applications received in the second year or later will not be accepted.
Priority will be given to applications from states and union territories with lower bank interest rates.
Payment of financial benefits may be linked to the student's Aadhaar number.
Benefits
Financial assistance: The scheme provides an interest subsidy on education loans, which can help to reduce the cost of overseas education for minority students.
Increased access to education: The scheme makes overseas education more accessible to minority students from all backgrounds, regardless of their financial situation.
Improved employability: Studying abroad can give students a competitive edge in the job market, and the Padho Pardesh scheme can help minority students to achieve their career goals.
Personal and professional development: Studying abroad can be a transformative experience, and the Padho Pardesh scheme can help minority students to develop their skills and knowledge in a global context.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Application form. |
| 2 | Admission letter. |
| 3 | Passport. |
| 4 | Income certificate. |
| 5 | Education loan application. |
| 6 | Aadhaar card. |
How to Apply in Himachal Pradesh
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Online Open the official website. Click on the "Apply Now" option. Fill the required details Submit the details.
Common questions in Himachal Pradesh
Who can apply for Padho Pardesh in Himachal Pradesh?
Eligible residents of Himachal Pradesh who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Padho Pardesh. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Padho Pardesh in Himachal Pradesh?
Applicants in Himachal Pradesh typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
What are the important dates for Padho Pardesh?
Key dates are summarized in the table on this page, from 26 February 2014 through 26 February 2014, based on values DeshSeva currently stores for this item.
Frequently Asked Questions
Student will be eligible, (as the interest subsidy) under the Scheme for pursuing Post Graduate Diploma, Post Graduate degree course/Masters, M.Phil & Ph.D. Further, those students, who have completed M.Tech in India but is now pursuing MBA abroad and these students have got subsidy under CSIS/ state subsidy scheme for the M.Tech course, are also be eligible in this Scheme.