Embassy of India Announces Revised Schedule for ICCR Scholarship AY 2027-28

The Embassy of India in Kathmandu has issued an important updated notice announcing a revised schedule for applicants of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) Scholarship for the Academic Year 2027-28. The circular outlines mandatory English language proficiency requirements alongside the rescheduled timetable and enrollment details for the preparatory Online Advanced English Learning Course.

Mandatory English Proficiency Requirements

Starting from Academic Year 2027-28 (AY 2027-28), all foreign applicants seeking admission under the ICCR Scholarship scheme must satisfy minimum standards of English language proficiency. Candidates must achieve at least one of the following official test standards:

• IELTS: Minimum overall band score of 6.0 or above; or
• TOEFL: CEFR B2 / Higher Intermediate level or above.

Attaining an IELTS or TOEFL certification is mandatory for scholarship awards beginning from 2026-2027, with an exemption provided only for candidates enrolling in Indian language courses.

Online Advanced English Learning Course (Revised Schedule)

To support prospective scholarship applicants in reaching the required proficiency benchmark, ICCR has introduced an intensive three-month Online Advanced English Learning Course conducted by Routes2Roots. The program provides advanced English training to help students comprehend academic lectures in Indian institutions, along with foundational conversational Hindi teaching to manage everyday life situations in India.

Participation in the Routes2Roots online preparatory course is purely voluntary.

Course Schedule and Program Structure

Eligibility and Online Registration

• Eligibility: Open to any foreign national having basic reading, writing, and speaking skills in English.
• Online Registration: Prospective candidates must complete their online registration via the official Routes2Roots portal: https://ngo.routes2roots.com/language-registration/2026.

Instructions for Applicants

1. All candidates planning to apply for ICCR scholarships for the 2027-28 session must ensure they take the IELTS or TOEFL examination in advance to meet the minimum score threshold.
2. Participation in the Routes2Roots Online Advanced English Course is optional and serves as a preparatory program; it does not replace the mandatory IELTS/TOEFL requirement.
3. Applicants pursuing Indian language courses are exempted from the mandatory English language certification requirement.
4. Registered participants must attend classes according to their assigned time slot (1230-1400 Hrs IST or 2330-0100 Hrs IST).

Issuing Authority and Program Inquiries

For inquiries regarding the Online Advanced English Course, candidates may contact:

• Contact Person: Gurpreet Kaur
• Phone: +917042678708
• Email: [email protected]
• Issuing Authority: Embassy of India, Kathmandu

Official Downloads

• ICCR Scholarship 2027-28 Revised Schedule Notice (Document Image)
• Official Notice Download (PDF)

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