The Amba Dalmia Scholarship, established in 2018 by Dr. Gun Nidhi Dalmia, is a prestigious initiative designed to honor the memory of his daughter Amba Dalmia. This scholarship aims to provide financial support to talented young women from India who aspire to pursue their higher education in France. The fields covered under this scholarship are diverse and include Music, Theatre, Sports, Arts, Sculpture, Cinema, Ballet, Opera, Painting, Photography, Oenology, and Culinary studies.
Scholarship Details – Funding and Benefits
The Amba Dalmia scholarship 2024 batch offers a substantial monthly stipend to cover living expenses in France, easing the financial burden on the scholars. Additionally, beneficiaries receive comprehensive support from the Embassy of France in India, which includes assistance in finding affordable housing, access to social security benefits, and waivers for Campus France and visa fees. The scholarship duration extends up to one year or for the length of the project/study program in France and is not renewable.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Amba Dalmia Scholarship, candidates must:
- Be female students or professionals aged 18 or above.
- Have completed their high school or graduation from a recognized institution with a remarkable academic record.
- Have applied to or secured admission in a higher education institution in France.
- Candidates who have received the French Government or Erasmus Mundus scholarships are not eligible.
- While knowledge of French is advantageous, it is not a mandatory requirement.
Application Process
Interested applicants should prepare a comprehensive application including:
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
- A motivation letter expressing the candidate’s aspirations and how the scholarship will benefit her educational journey.
- Copies of the passport, passport photograph, and educational qualifications (high school and university transcripts and degrees).
- Proof of unconditional acceptance into a French educational program, or evidence of progress towards acceptance.
- A No Objection Certificate from the current Indian institution if applicable.
- Additional documents such as internship papers or a portfolio in CD/DVD or hard copy format where relevant.
All documents should be submitted online for Amba Dalmia Scholarship (https://www.inde.campusfrance.org/amba-dalmia-scholarship-program) in a single PDF file, arranged in the specified order and formatted correctly. Incomplete applications or failure to adhere to submission guidelines will lead to disqualification.
Selection Process: The selection process involves a thorough review of the online application followed by a telephonic or Skype interview if required.
- Application Deadline: Wednesday, 5 June 2024 (11:59 pm IST)
- Applicants will be notified of the results via email.