The Government of India is offering ten (10) scholarships for Sri Lankan Nationals under the “Ayush Scholarship Scheme” for UG/PG/Ph.D courses in Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha & Homeopathy during the forthcoming academic session of 2011 – 2012.

Meritorious Sri Lankan nationals will be selected for these scholarships by the High Commission of India, in consultation with the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), Government of Sri Lanka, for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses in different universities. Applications are invited from eligible candidates through the Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka.

All scholarships cover full tuition fees and a monthly sustenance allowance for the entire duration of the course. The scholarship also covers accommodation allowance and an annual grant for books, stationary. Besides, all scholars in India are provided full healthcare facilities.

Candidates interested in applying for the scholarships may send their Bio-Data, in the format prescribed by MOHE, along with copy of supporting documents to the Ministry of Higher Education, 18 Ward Place, Colombo-07 before 15th June, 2011. For more information please log on to www.mohe.gov.lk