Dalai Lama Trust Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded)

Dalai Lama Trust Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded)

The Dalai Lama Trust has officially announced its Annual Scholarship Program for the year 2025, offering fully funded undergraduate and postgraduate opportunities to Tibetan students. Managed by the Office of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, this scholarship program continues its mission to empower Tibetan youth through higher education while preserving identity, values, and social responsibility.

This scholarship is aimed at financially deserving Tibetan students pursuing degree-level education. If you or someone you know is planning to pursue higher studies in 2025, here's everything you need to know about eligibility, benefits, and the application process.

Degree Level

Dalai Lama Trust Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded) is available to undertake Undergraduate, Postgraduate level programs at India Universities.

Available Subjects

Following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.

• All Subjects

Benefits

1. Types of Scholarships Available

The Dalai Lama Trust offers two categories of scholarships:

1. Undergraduate Scholarships
2. Total Seats: 100
3. For undergraduate or diploma programs of minimum 3 years duration
4. Postgraduate Scholarships
5. Total Seats: 5
6. Only for students who previously received the Dalai Lama Trust Undergraduate Scholarship

2. Funding Coverage

1. Fully funded tuition and academic expenses
2. Disbursed directly to the student’s personal bank account (preferably State Bank of India)

Eligible Nationalities

Open to international students from Tibet.

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate Scholarship Criteria (must meet at least one):

A. Academically Promising Students:

Students who have consistently performed well but could not score high in Class XII board exams. A school recommendation (Form B) is required.

B. Morally Upright Students:

Students known for honesty, sincerity, and good conduct. Also requires a school recommendation (Form B).

C. Students from Vulnerable Backgrounds:

Orphaned, semi-orphaned, or students from destitute families. Must be verified and recommended by the Tibetan Settlement Officer (Form A).

Additional Conditions:

1. Must possess a valid Green Book (GB) with contributions paid up to March 31, 2024
2. Must have a valid Registration Certificate (RC)
3. Those from Nepal, Bhutan, Kalimpong, Darjeeling, and Gangtok must have settlement verification
4. Applicants should not be receiving any other scholarship
5. Only degree courses are supported (no vocational/certificate programs)

Postgraduate Eligibility:

1. Must have received the Dalai Lama Trust Undergraduate Scholarship
2. Must submit undergraduate mark sheets and provisional or final degree certificates
3. Internship certificates (if applicable) are recommended

Application Procedure

Important Deadlines

1. Undergraduate Scholarship Deadline: June 15, 2025
2. Postgraduate Scholarship Deadline: August 31, 2025

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Required Documents

For Undergraduate Applicants:

1. Green Book (front and back)
2. Registration Certificate
3. Class X and Class XII mark sheets
4. Best Boy/Girl certificate (if available)
5. Passport-size photo
6. Form A and/or Form B (signed and stamped)

Note: Combine all documents (except passport photo) into a single PDF file

For Postgraduate Applicants:

1. Green Book and Registration Certificate
2. All undergraduate year-wise mark sheets
3. Degree or Provisional certificate
4. Internship completion certificate (if available)
5. Passport-size photo

Application Process

1. Do not apply unless you have received your latest mark sheet.
2. Fill out the online application form:
3. Undergraduate Application Form
4. Postgraduate Application Form
5. Upload all documents as per the instructions.
6. In case of gap years, provide an explanation in the application form.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Is the scholarship valid for vocational or certificate courses?

A. No, only degree courses are eligible.

Q. Can I apply if I’m already enrolled in an undergraduate course?

A. Yes, but preference is given to students entering their first year.

Q. Can I combine this with another scholarship?

A. No, this scholarship is exclusively for financially dependent students without other funding.

Q. Can I apply for the postgraduate scholarship without receiving the undergraduate one?

A. No, you must be a prior recipient of the Dalai Lama Trust Undergraduate Scholarship.

Final Thoughts

The Dalai Lama Trust Scholarship 2025 is more than financial support—it's a recognition of potential, resilience, and moral values. For many Tibetan students, this fully funded scholarship provides not only access to higher education but also a path toward leadership, service, and identity preservation.

If you are a deserving student—or know someone who is—don't miss this opportunity. Apply before the deadline and take a step toward building a future rooted in education and compassion.