France Excellence Charpak Scholarship

Overview

A French government scholarship programme run by the Embassy of France, specifically for Indian students to study at the Bachelor's, Master's, or via summer/exchange programmes in France.

Funding

Monthly stipend plus partial tuition support (amount and scope vary by track)

Eligibility

• Open only to Indian citizens
• Enrolled or admitted to a public or approved private French institution
• Programme has separate Bachelor's, Master's, Summer Training, and Exchange sub-tracks with their own criteria

Application Deadline

Deadlines vary by sub-programme and are announced annually via Campus France India (typically opening in the preceding autumn/winter) Always confirm exact dates on the official site before planning your application, since deadlines shift year to year.

How to Apply

1. Confirm eligibility as an Indian national via Campus France India
2. Choose the relevant Charpak sub-programme (Bachelor's, Master's, Summer, or Exchange)
3. Submit the application directly through the Institut Français en Inde/Campus France India portal
4. Provide transcripts, admission proof, and a statement of purpose
5. Await the selection committee's decision