South Korea

YES, it is now possible to study in South Korea for no tuition fee, as part of the Seoul Tech Scholarship (STS). The scholarship is an initiative by the South Korea's Seoul Metropolitan Government (SMG), that allows PG students enrolled in STEM based education the chance to pursue their education, without paying anything, along with some other additional benefits.   

If you want to know how to apply, then check out: Seoul Tech Scholarship 2025 Eligibility

Yes, it is recommended to tailor your SOP for GKS when you are applying to different universities, especially under the University Track. In the document, you should mention the professors, their projects, or any labs you're interested in at that particular university, as it shows a well-researched approach.

For example, you can write that "Professor Chang's research on Education and AI matches with my final-year project on adaptive learning systems." It will show that you've done your research and are a good fit for this course.

To make a lasting impression on the reader, select 2–3 extracurricular activities that had a real impact. It could include engaging in:

• A Science club
• Being a part of the cultural fest committee
• Volunteering for social or intern work in your area, and more.

Now, to show real outcomes, you should highlight what you learned as a result, for example, by working in teams, solving problems and coming up with solutions, and eventually showcasing your contribution to society. These instances will reflect initiative and leadership, which are some of the qualities GKS is seeking.

Joint ventures or short-term internships are okay. Just don't promise to permanently move to Korea. The GKS is an international exchange, not immigration. Good approach: "I'd love to intern at a Korean research institution, then apply that experience to innovative contributions at home."

Definitely! Even a minimum level shows effort and respect. Specify self-study, language learning apps, YouTube tutorials, or professional training. Example: "Reached 3 months of weekly training for TOPIK Level 1." Korea values effort and cultural understanding, show yours.

The GKS SOP should not exceed three pages of A4 size, as specified by NIIED rules. A good SOP is 1,200 to 1,500 words, with clear readability and a pinch of white space. Don't include everything – be concise, relevant, and discuss your why

Many of the Indian Universities accept exchanged students from the South Korea specially with international relations and exchange programs. Here are the name of some universities that exchange the strudents from the South Korea.

1. IIT's like bombay, Delhi and Madras.
2. University of Delhi.
3. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).
4. Tata Institute of social Sciences (TISS).
5. Banaras Hindu University (BHU).
6. Manipal University.
7. Amity University.
8. Shiv Nadar University.