At a glance
- Offered by: UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
- Worth: Full tuition, monthly living allowance, return economy flights and visa costs for a one-year master's
- Levels: Postgraduate
- Deadline: Usually opens early August and closes in early October or early November
Who can apply
- Indian citizen who will return to India for at least two years after the award
- Undergraduate degree that allows entry to a UK postgraduate programme
- At least two years (about 2,800 hours) of work experience gained after graduation
- Applications to three eligible UK master's courses
How to apply
- Shortlist three one-year master's courses at UK universities before the window opens
- Complete the online form with four essays on leadership, networking, study plans and career goals
- Provide two references once the form is submitted
- If shortlisted, attend an interview at the British High Commission or a Deputy High Commission, usually between February and April
- Secure an unconditional offer from one of your chosen universities by the summer deadline
A word from our counsellors
Competitive scholarships reward a clear story: what you have done, what you will study and what you will do with it. Start your essays at least six weeks before the deadline and ask someone who knows the scholarship to read them.
Always check the provider's official website for the current round. Details can change between years.