In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme at South Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture SEARCA

Brief Description

The In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme at SEARCA provides financial support to eligible students from South Asian countries to pursue their postgraduate studies at the center. The program aims to train young professionals who can contribute to sustainable agricultural and rural development in their home countries.

Host Institution(s)

The program is hosted by the South Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) located in Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines. SEARCA is a regional organization dedicated to strengthening the capacity of member countries in agriculture, forestry, and rural development.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship supports Master’s and PhD programs offered by SEARCA in the fields of agriculture and related disciplines such as agricultural economics, food technology, and environmental science.

Number of Awards

Each year, the program awards around 90 scholarships to students from Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

Target Group

The scholarship is open to South Asian nationals with excellent academic records and a strong interest in promoting sustainable agriculture and rural development in their home countries.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The scholarship covers tuition and other fees, a monthly stipend, health insurance, travel allowance, and research expenses. The program also provides academic supervision and extensive support services, including language training and cultural orientation.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or a related field, a minimum GPA of 2.75 or equivalent, and a good command of English.
• They must also have at least two years of work experience in the agricultural sector or a related field.

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Application Instructions

Interested applicants must first apply and secure admission to a Master’s or PhD program offered by SEARCA. After securing admission, they can apply for the scholarship through the Online Scholarships Application System of DAAD. Detailed application instructions and requirements can be found on their official website.

Official Website

For more information on the In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme at SEARCA by DAAD, including application deadlines and requirements, please visit official website.