India, Nov. 26 -- The Odisha government today launched the overseas scholarship scheme for SC and ST students in the state.Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj launched the Videsh Siksha Bruti Scheme at an event in the capital city here. The scheme will be implemented from 2025-26 academic session, said the Higher Education Department.

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According to the Department, SC&ST students can apply for scholarship under the scheme to pursue higher studies in foreign universities and institutions.

Eligibility criteria to avail scholarship under the scheme SC and ST students having annual family income of Rs 12 lakh or below can apply for sch...