NCI Announces INR 75 Lakh Scholarship for Indian PG Students
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• Updated on 2 Mar, 2026, 9:27 AM, by Amrita Das
National College of Ireland has announced INR 75 lakh in scholarships for Indian postgraduate students. The initiative supports merit- and need-based applicants in business, computing and psychology programmes.
The National College of Ireland has announced scholarships worth INR 75 lakh for Indian postgraduate students as part of its 75th anniversary initiatives. The announcement was made at a commemorative event held in New Delhi on 28 February 2026. The initiative aims to strengthen academic collaboration between India and Ireland while supporting Indian students pursuing postgraduate studies.
NCI PG Scholarship 2026: Courses and Financial Support
According to NCI, the total scholarship fund of INR 75,00,000 will be distributed among eligible Indian students enrolling in selected postgraduate programmes. The scholarships will be offered on a merit- and need-based basis.
Eligible fields include:
- Business
- Computing
- Psychology
The financial support will be provided in the form of tuition fee reductions. The institution stated that the initiative is designed to reduce the financial burden of international education while promoting access to industry-aligned programmes in Dublin.
India–Ireland Academic Collaboration and Employability Focus
The event was attended by Kevin Kelly, Ambassador of Ireland to India, along with higher education leaders and institutional partners. Discussions focused on academic mobility, skill development, and employment-linked postgraduate education.
NCI President Gina Quinn stated that the scholarship reflects the college’s commitment to widening access and supporting sustainable career pathways. She noted that NCI, established in 1951 and supported by Ireland’s Higher Education Authority, emphasises programmes aligned with employment outcomes.
The college currently serves over 6,500 students and maintains strong industry connections across Ireland’s finance and technology sectors. Officials highlighted that the scholarship initiative supports academically strong Indian students seeking global exposure and career-oriented postgraduate education.
The anniversary event concluded with alumni interactions and discussions on expanding future India–Ireland academic partnerships.
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