The New Zealand government has announced a partial scholarship package worth NZD 260,000 (approximately Rs 1.3 crore) under the New Zealand Excellence Awards (NZEA) 2025 to support Indian students, according to a press release shared by IT Delhi. The announcement was made by New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon at an event at IIT Delhi on Tuesday, which marked the celebration of the New Zealand Centre, a joint initiative that connects all New Zealand universities with IIT Delhi.
Speaking at the event, Luxon said, "New Zealand and India share a reciprocal education partnership, built on academic excellence and cultural exchange. As we navigate an increasingly interconnected world, we remain committed to equipping students with the skills needed to succeed on the global stage. Through the initiatives announced today, we are fostering deeper connections and empowering future leaders and innovators."
The event also highlighted ongoing research collaborations between the two countries in areas such as artificial intelligence, sustainability, disaster resilience, and advanced engineering.
What are the New Zealand Excellence Awards (NZEA)?
The New Zealand Excellence Awards 2025 is a scholarship programme run by Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao in partnership with the country’s eight leading universities. The initiative offers 29 scholarships for Indian students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
Scholarships range from NZD 5,000 to NZD 20,000, helping to ease financial costs.
Open to Indian students across a variety of disciplines.
Aimed at increasing Indian student enrolment in New Zealand universities.
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