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| JRD & Thelma J Tata Trust |
| The JRD and Thelma J Tata Trust was established in 1991 by JRD Tata with the purpose of "promoting the welfare, education, health, rehabilitation and generally the uplift of the women of India, particularly of those who are disadvantaged or oppressed and of children under their care. Read More |
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| J.N. TATA Scholarship Program |
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The J. N. Tata Endowment awards a one-time loan scholarship only at the beginning of the course to Indian nationals for Postgraduate/ Ph.D/ Postdoctoral studies abroad, in all fields, irrespective of caste, creed or community. The selected scholars may also qualify for gift scholarships. The amount to be awarded to each scholar by way of the loan and gift scholarships is determined on the basis of the norms laid down for the purpose, and does not cover the full cost of studies. The total amount awarded as loan and gift scholarships ranges between Rs.1,00,000/- and Rs.4,00,000/-. All applicants do not necessarily qualify for the maximum amount. |
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Applicants should be graduates of a recognised Indian university, with a consistently good academic record and other achievements to their credit. Students in the final year of the degree course and those awaiting results are eligible to apply. Mid-career professionals planning to go abroad with a good academic record and experience in their field for further research, specialisation or training may also apply.
Candidates need not have the admission / offer letters from the universities to which they have applied for the academic year 2008-2009 at the time of making the application. However, the final award is subject to their securing admission and obtaining the relevant visa.
Scholars going abroad for Seminars, Conferences, and undergraduate studies are not eligible for a J. N. Tata Endowment Loan Scholarship.
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After the initial screening of applications, candidates who are found suitable are called for an interview in person, which is mandatory. The interview is conducted at Mumbai by a Technical Committee, and is arranged between March and June. Candidates are expected to attend the interview at their own expense. A call for an interview does not guarantee the award of the scholarship. Telephonic / Video interviews will not be conducted. |
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| The final selection of scholars for the award of the loan scholarship is based on the following criteria : |
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performance at the interview; |
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results at the final examinations; |
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achievements in co-curricular activities; and |
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evidence of admission to a reputed university abroad. |
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| The Awards are announced by the last week of July. All candidates are informed of the outcome of their applications by post. The Trustees’ decision on the award of scholarships is final. Correspondence in this regard will not be entertained. |
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| Formalities to be Completed |
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The selected candidate will have to call at the Endowment office personally for executing all the necessary legal documents and papers. They will be required to enter into a Legal Agreement with the Trustees, the main terms of which include the following : |
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Every scholar must have a guarantor ( preferably a parent, relative or a friend having the capacity to repay the loan) who will stand guarantee for the repayment of the loan scholarship and the payment of the annual insurance premium. Documentary evidence of the capacity of the guarantor to repay the loan and pay the annual insurance premium should be provided. After obtaining a student visa, the scholar will be required to enter into a Legal Agreement with the Trustees of the Endowment for the loan scholarship; |
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Every scholar will be required to draw out an Insurance Policy through the Endowment to cover the loan amount with an additional value of 10%. The Policy is to be assigned in favour of the Endowment and will be reassigned in favour of the scholar on full repayment of the loan. The annual insurance premium will have to be paid to the Endowment by the guarantor, one month prior to the due date; and |
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Repayment of the loan begins from the time the scholar starts earning, or from the fourth year of the commencement of studies, whichever is earlier. Repayment of the loan must be completed by the end of the seventh year from the date of availing of the loan. |
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| Documents required with the Application form |
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Applications for the J.N. Tata Loan Scholarship should be made only on the prescribed application form. The application form must be accompanied by the following documents : |
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A brief statement of purpose (about 1000 words) duly signed by the applicant, mentioning the full name and form number, as per the guidelines given below * |
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One recommendation letter on the respective letterhead with full address, telephone and mobile numbers from : |
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- the Professor of the College or University
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- from the Employer, in case the applicant is / was working
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Certified copies of all mark-sheets from SSC (or its equivalent) onwards; |
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Copy of GRE/GRE Advanced/TOEFL/GMAT/IELTS Scores; |
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Certified copy of the admission letter from the University abroad, if admission is already secured; |
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Original Income certificate or certified copy of the latest income-tax returns of the parents / guardians, guarantor and of the applicant, if employed; |
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Certified copy of the PAN Card (Permanent Account Number), if any, of the parents / guardians, guarantor and of the applicant; |
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Certified copy of the first four and last two pages of the latest Passport of the applicant; |
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For Proof of Identity and Residence, please enclose a copy of Ration Card / Electricity Bill or Driving Licence. |
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In addition to the above, two xerox copies each of the following should be submitted in a separate set, along with the completed application form: |
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The completed application form; |
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statement of purpose mentioned under 1 (a); and |
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recommendation letter mentioned under 1 (b). |
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(All the above enclosures should be attached to the application form in order ). |
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The completed application form should reach the Administrative Office of the Endowment by 05.00 p.m. on Friday, 15 th February 2008 and may be forwarded in person or sent by courier / speed or registered post. |
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* Guidelines for the STATEMENT OF PURPOSE (about 1000 words) covering the following points : |
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The specific plan of study abroad, including the choice of the course of study and the university |
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The contribution that your proposed course of study is expected to make to enhance your knowledge and capabilities in the profession you have selected |
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Whether the course for which you are going abroad is also available in India , and if so, the need to go abroad for higher studies |
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The professionals in India you consider to be experts in the field for which you plan to go abroad for further study |
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Where do you see yourself in terms of your career in the next ten years? The contribution that you hope to make in your profession after completing your proposed course of study |
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The contribution your study abroad can make to improving the quality of life in India . |
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Forms are not available on-line; |
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Our office remains closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays |
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| The Sir Dorabji Tata Trust was established in 1932 by Sir Dorabji Tata, the son of Jamsetji Tata, with a vision for the advancement of the country. It is one of the oldest, non-sectarian philanthropic organizations in India. |
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