Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme (GJSS) 2026

Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 

#INTRODUCTION

       Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 

 2026

Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme (GJSS) is a scholarship programme administered by the Embassy of India (Kathmandu) for Nepalese students pursuing undergraduate courses in Nepal. It aims to support meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds by providing annual financial assistance for the duration of their degree (amount and duration vary by course). The scheme is announced annually through the Embassy’s scholarship portal; always check the Embassy of India, Kathmandu for the current year’s notice and application dates.

Who is eligible?

The typical eligibility criteria (as published in past official notices) include:

• Age: usually between 17 and 22 years as on 1 July of the application year.

• Academic status: regular 1st-year undergraduate student at a recognized institution in Nepal.

• Minimum marks: Students must secure at least 70% aggregate marks in class 12( According to 2025 Data).

• Family income: Student's family income must be below 2 lakhs nepali rupees annually.

• Not receiving another scholarship from other sources.

Scholarship benefit (amount & duration)

Historically the GJSS benefit has been published with different amounts depending on the course (professional vs general undergraduate). Check the following Data:   

Course	Scholarship Amount per annum (NPR)	Scholarship Duration (Years)
MBBS / BDS	48,000/-	5
B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch. / BAMS	48,000/-	4
Other Courses	36,000/-	3

How to apply

Applications are submitted through the Embassy of India, Kathmandu scholarship portal when the scheme opens. The Embassy publishes the official notification and the portal link on its website—always use the official portal link provided by the Embassy.

Apply Now for Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme

Deadline:

Usually the form opens for 1 month.Also, the deadline may get extended for a week or more.

Last date to submit the form is 20 November[For 2025].

**Documents Required

**English Translated & Notarized Citizenship of Student (if you have citizenship then only; if you don't have then only parent's citizenship is required)

**English Translated & Notarized Citizenship of Parents (Both Father & Mother)

Class 12 Transcript Scanned Photo

**Percentage Converted & Notarized Transcript

#Note  : Percentage Converted Class 12 is important but not compulsary.If possible then, you must try to upload.

        5. Passport-size photograph.

6.     **Institutional certificate from the Principal / Head of Institute confirming regular first-year enrollment.

7.      **Income proof issued by the local authority (for family income verification).

8. Disability certificate if applying under a reserved/priority category (if applicable).

Scholarship Benefits per year by Golden Jubilee

**Documents SAMPLE:

1) Percentage Converted Marsheet/Transcript

2) English Translated & Notarized Citizenship

3) Principal/Campus Letter

Selection, renewal & monitoring

Selection is based on the application and verified documents; scholarships are usually renewed annually subject to satisfactory academic results and necessary renewal documentation (marksheets, progress certificates).

Where to check for official updates

Check the Embassy of India, Kathmandu official website (Scholarships / What’s New) for the latest GJSS notification, portal link, detailed document lists, and deadlines. Always follow the Embassy’s published instructions for that application year.

Click here for latest Notice from Embassy

Conclusion

The Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme is a targeted scholarship support programme for eligible Nepalese undergraduate students. Prepare notarized English translations of citizenship and transcripts (including percentage conversion) early and apply only through the Embassy’s official portal.

• Very Important Notes & Links (FAQs)

• English Translation  :

Since Indian Embassy cannot read  regional language(eg.Nepali) they mostly prefer the documents in English language so the citizenship must be translated. English Translation of citizenship is done by authorised notary office only , we cannot do it by ourself. For notary office just search 'notary office near me' on Google or Google Map. Usually it costs NRP 300 to 500(it may varies).

• Notary:  

It is the verification of document that ensures  the document is genuine or real.Usually, it costs NRP 20 or 30. The document is authorised with a stamp and the details of notary office/person is also added on the document.

• Letter of Principal

It is a kind of letter that approve  student is a first year or first semester student of any recognised campus or colleges or university of Nepal. It is required to verify that the student is valid and got admitted in first year or semester of any colleges or campus.

• Percentage Conversion of Transcript or Marksheet or GradeSheet

In India there is no grading system like A, A +, B+ ,etc. But the transcript or also called marksheet or grade sheet of class 12 is in grade format, so a conversion of grades into equivalent percentage is required which can be done by the colleges or schools where you had your Class 12 or Visit NEB Office at Sanothimi, Bhaktapur.Percentage Converted Class 12 is important but not compulsary.If possible then, you must try to upload.

• Is there any Political Interference in Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme by Indian Embassy ?

The embassy of India  ensures that there is no any political interference or interference of any agents in any of their scholarship schemes  BUT many students have observed Political Interferences in this scholarship Scheme or other schemes by Indian Embassy.

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