UCO Bank
Purpose:
The scheme extends a helping hand to a meritorious student desirous of pursuing higher studies either in India or abroad.
Courses approved
Studies in India
Graduation Courses in recognised universities leading to degrees like B.A., B.Sc, B.Com, B.Tech, B.E., MBBS etc.
Diploma/Certificate courses from recognised universities or Govt. recognised institutes in disciplines of Engineering, Medicine, Agriculture, Computer, Tourism, Hotel Management and such other technical/professional courses.
Chartered Accountancy and Cost & Work Accountancy from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and Institute of Cost & Works Accountants of India respectively.
Post Graduate Courses leading to degrees like M.A., M.Sc., M.E., M.Tech, MBA, M.S. M.D. etc.
Post Graduate Research studies in Pure & Applied Sciences, Economics and other Social Sciences etc. in a recognised university leading to Doctoral Degree.
Studies Abroad
Graduation : Job oriented professional / technical courses offered by reputed Universities.
Post Graduation : MCA, MBA, MS, etc. Courses conducted by CIMA - London, CPA in U.S.A., etc.
Eligibility
Applicant must have secured admission to professional/technical course through Entrance Test/Selection Process.
Secured admission to foreign University / Institution.
No maximum or minimum income is prescribed for parents/family.
Amount of loan
Need based finance subject to repaying capacity of parents/students with following ceilings :
Studies in India : Maximum Rs. 10.00 Lac
Studies Abroad : Maximum Rs. 20.00 Lac.
The loan amount under the scheme would consider meeting the following expenses:
Course Fees
Hostel/Boarding Fees
Cost of Books/Journals
Stationery & Equipment required for the course
Examination Fees
In addition to above, for studies abroad, cost of air passage may be considered if requested by the student.
Security
Upto Rs.4.00 lacs - No security
Above Rs.4.00 lacs - Collateral securities by way of suitable 3rd party guarantee
Margin
Upto Rs. 4 Lac - Nil
Above Rs. 4 Lac Studies in India - 5%
Studies Abroad - 15%
Interest Rates
Upto Rs.4 lacs - BPLR - 1.00% i.e. 13.50 % p.a.
Above Rs.4 lacs- BPLR - 0.50% i.e. 14.00% p.a.
Repayment
The loan will be repaid in 5-7 years after commencement of repayment. There will be moratorium for repayment during "the course period +1 year or 6 months after getting job, which ever is earlier".
1% interest concession may be provided, if the interest is serviced during moratorium period.