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Kerala · Education

Chief Minister's Special Scholarship (Foreign Studies)

Also known as: Chief Minister's Special Scholarship · CM Special Scholarship · Mukhyamantri Special Scholarship · Chief Minister's Special Scholarship Kerala · मुख्यमंत्री विशेष छात्रवृत्ति

Kerala Higher Education Dept.

Benefit

Up to ₹10 Lakh one-time grant for meritorious BPL/low-income students to study abroad

At a glance

Scheme	Chief Minister's Special Scholarship (Foreign Studies)
For	Education
Where	Kerala
One-time help (approx.)	₹10,00,000
Department	Kerala Higher Education Dept.
How to apply	Online
Info checked	2026-10-09

Who Can Apply

Resident of Kerala
For: Students
Family income up to ₹3 lakh a year

In short — check the official website for the full rules.

Required Documents

Aadhaar Card
Mark Sheets (All Exams)
Admission Letter from Foreign University
Income Certificate (below ₹3 Lakh)
Bank Account

How to Apply

Apply online on the official government website (link below).

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for Chief Minister's Special Scholarship (Foreign Studies)?

Resident of Kerala. For: Students. Family income up to ₹3 lakh a year.

What is the benefit of Chief Minister's Special Scholarship (Foreign Studies)?

Up to ₹10 Lakh one-time grant for meritorious BPL/low-income students to study abroad (about ₹10,00,000 one-time)

What documents are needed for Chief Minister's Special Scholarship (Foreign Studies)?

Aadhaar Card, Mark Sheets (All Exams), Admission Letter from Foreign University, Income Certificate (below ₹3 Lakh), Bank Account.

How do I apply for Chief Minister's Special Scholarship (Foreign Studies)?

Apply online on the official website: https://hcikl.gov.in/pages?id=6&subid=155&nextid=202

How can I check if I am eligible for Chief Minister's Special Scholarship (Foreign Studies)?

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Official link last checked: 2026-10-09