The Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC) was introduced in the Academic Year 2006-07 for the children of Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) and those of Non-resident Indians to enable them to pursue Undergraduate courses in Indian Universities/Institutions and promote India as a centre of higher studies.

Under SPDC Scheme, financial assistance of upto US$ 4000 towards tuition fee, admission fee and post admission services is provided for Undergraduate courses in professional and non-professional courses. SPDC can be availed by children of Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) from all over the world and Children of Indian workers in ECR countries. For further details, visit: https://spdcindia.gov.in/login/guideline.php