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Scholarship finder for Indian students

80 scholarships across 13 countries, with value, who can apply, deadline and the official page. Filter by country, level and type.

Upcoming deadlines

Scholarships with a published date ahead, soonest first. Dates are from the official pages; always confirm before you apply.

  1. Oct302026International Scientia Coursework ScholarshipAustraliaTerm 1 2027: apply by 30 October 2026 (11:59 PM AEST); check the official page for any later round
  2. Nov42026University of Auckland International Student Excellence ScholarshipNew ZealandOffer by 20 October 2026; supplementary form due 4 November 2026 for invited students
  3. Nov112026Diwali Scholarship AwardDubai (UAE)11 November 2026
  4. Nov152026TSI scholarships and discountsLatvia15 November 2026 for applicants from India (2027/28 intake); check the official page
  5. Nov162026Vice-Chancellor's International ScholarshipsAustraliaNo separate application. Semester 1 2027: last round closes 16 November 2026. Semester 2 2027: rounds from 15 February 2027 (check the official page)
  6. Dec12026Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence ScholarshipNetherlands1 December 2026 for September 2027 entry
  7. Dec12026Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS)Netherlands1 December 2026. Confirm with the scholarships team that this applies to your intake
  8. Dec82026Gates Cambridge ScholarshipUnited Kingdom8 December 2026 or 6 January 2027, depending on the course's funding deadline (11:59pm UK time)

The scholarship year at a glance

  1. August to November

    UK government awards (Chevening, Commonwealth nominations) and early university rounds for the next September.

  2. October to January

    Erasmus Mundus joint master's deadlines, DAAD programmes in Germany, and Canadian entrance scholarships (apply with your admission).

  3. December to March

    Many university merit awards in the Netherlands, Ireland and Spain; Irish government (GOI-IES) call.

  4. January to April

    Indian trusts open: J N Tata Endowment, Narotam Sekhsaria and K.C. Mahindra.

  5. March to June

    University awards that need an offer first (UK, Australia, New Zealand) for September and July intakes.

Find a scholarship

80 scholarships

  • GovernmentOne-year master's

    Chevening Scholarships

    UK government (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) and partners

    Value
    Full tuition, a monthly living allowance, return economy flights and the visa fee
    Who can apply
    Indian citizens with work experience, an undergraduate degree, and offers from UK universities. Strong leadership and networking evidence matters. Check the official eligibility page for the required work-experience hours.
    Deadline
    The 2027/28 round has closed. Check the official page for when the next round opens

    Official page for Chevening Scholarships (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentMaster's

    Commonwealth Master's Scholarships

    Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK

    Value
    Full tuition, return airfare and a monthly stipend (£1,712 a month, or £2,000 in London, at current rates)
    Who can apply
    Indian citizens nominated through an approved national nominating body, for subjects linked to development.
    Deadline
    The CSC deadline for 2027/28 was 20 October 2026 and is now closed; nominating bodies set earlier dates

    Official page for Commonwealth Master's Scholarships (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentBachelor's and master's

    Cyprus State Scholarship Foundation awards

    Government of Cyprus (listed by the Ministry of Education)

    Value
    Up to €3,000 a year for bachelor's and up to €4,000 a year for master's
    Who can apply
    Open to Cypriot, EU and third-country students, on academic performance or on academic performance and socio-economic status.
    Deadline
    Annual call; check the official page
    Countries
    Cyprus

    Official page for Cyprus State Scholarship Foundation awards (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentMaster's, PhD and research stays

    DAAD scholarship database

    German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)

    Value
    Varies by programme; check each listing
    Who can apply
    Graduates and researchers, including Indian applicants. Filter the database by country, level and subject to see what fits.
    Deadline
    Varies by programme; check each listing
    Countries
    Germany

    Official page for DAAD scholarship database (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentCertificate IV to doctorate

    Destination Australia

    Australian Government, through participating institutions

    Value
    A$15,000 a year
    Who can apply
    Domestic and international students studying at a regional campus of an eligible provider. Each institution runs its own selection.
    Deadline
    Set by each institution; check the regional university you apply to
    Countries
    Australia

    Official page for Destination Australia (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentBachelor's and master's

    Deutschlandstipendium

    Federal government with private sponsors, awarded by each university

    Value
    €300 a month
    Who can apply
    High-achieving students already enrolled at a participating university, including international students. Apply through your university.
    Deadline
    Set by each university, usually once a year
    Countries
    Germany

    Official page for Deutschlandstipendium (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentRecognised qualifications

    Get Qualified 2026

    Malta Enterprise

    Value
    Tax credit that refunds part of eligible course fees; the official page does not state a fixed percentage
    Who can apply
    People liable to tax in Malta who started a recognised course after age 16; mainly useful if you later work and pay tax in Malta.
    Deadline
    Approvals are set out on the official page (no approvals after 30 December 2030); check the guidance notes for claims
    Countries
    Malta

    Official page for Get Qualified 2026 (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentMaster's, postgraduate diploma and PhD

    Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES)

    Higher Education Authority (Government of Ireland)

    Value
    Full tuition fee waiver plus a €10,000 stipend for one year; 60 awards a year
    Who can apply
    Non-EU students, including Indian students, with an offer from an Irish higher education institution.
    Deadline
    The 2026 call closed at 5pm Irish time on 12 March 2026. The next call date is not yet confirmed; check the official page
    Countries
    Ireland

    Official page for Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentOne-year taught master's

    GREAT Scholarships (India)

    British Council, UK government and participating UK universities

    Value
    £10,000 towards tuition fees
    Who can apply
    Indian students with an offer for an eligible one-year master's at a participating university. Each university chooses its subjects and winners.
    Deadline
    Set by each university. The official page gives no single date; check each university for the current intake

    Official page for GREAT Scholarships (India) (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentMaster's and PhD

    National Overseas Scholarship (NOS)

    Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India

    Value
    Tuition, maintenance and other allowances, paid through Indian Missions abroad; amounts are in the scheme guidelines
    Who can apply
    Low-income, meritorious students from the Scheduled Castes, De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes, landless agricultural labourers and traditional artisans. 125 awards a year, 30% for women. Income, age and marks limits are in the scheme guidelines.
    Deadline
    Apply on the NOS portal (nosmsje.gov.in) when the yearly call opens; check the official page
    Countries
    Many countries

    Official page for National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentBachelor's and master's

    New Zealand Excellence Awards for India (NZEA)

    Education New Zealand with New Zealand universities

    Value
    NZ$7,500 to NZ$15,000
    Who can apply
    Indian students. For bachelor's at Waikato, for example: 75% in the best four ISC/AISSC subjects (80% for most state boards) with set English marks; for master's, a B-/B average degree and IELTS 6.5.
    Deadline
    Closing dates are published by Education New Zealand and each university
    Countries
    New Zealand

    Official page for New Zealand Excellence Awards for India (NZEA) (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentBachelor's and master's

    NL Scholarship

    Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science with participating Dutch institutions

    Value
    €5,000, paid once in the first year
    Who can apply
    Non-EEA students starting a full-time bachelor's or master's at a participating institution who do not already hold a Dutch degree.
    Deadline
    Set by each institution. Check Study in NL for the current cycle
    Countries
    Netherlands

    Official page for NL Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentMaster's and PhD

    Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS)

    Government of Ontario and Ontario universities

    Value
    C$5,000 a session: C$10,000 for two sessions or C$15,000 for three
    Who can apply
    Graduate students at Ontario universities; a limited number of awards are open to study permit holders. Apply through your university.
    Deadline
    Set by each graduate unit; results are released in mid-July. Check your department's deadline
    Countries
    Canada

    Official page for Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentResearch master's and PhD

    Research Training Program (RTP)

    Australian Government, through universities

    Value
    Tuition fee offset, and at many universities a living stipend
    Who can apply
    Domestic and international research students; you apply to the university with your research application.
    Deadline
    Set by each university, often in rounds for Semester 1 and Semester 2
    Countries
    Australia

    Official page for Research Training Program (RTP) (opens in a new tab)

  • GovernmentOne semester (exchange)

    State scholarships for short-term studies

    Education Exchanges Support Foundation (Lithuanian government)

    Value
    Scholarship for one semester (up to 6 months); up to 35 awards, no more than 5 per country
    Who can apply
    Students already enrolled at a university in an eligible country, including India, who want to spend a semester in Lithuania.
    Deadline
    The 2026 call closed on 17 April 2026; check the official page for the next call
    Countries
    Lithuania

    Official page for State scholarships for short-term studies (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's

    Academic merit scholarships

    University of Nicosia (UNIC)

    Value
    50% at GPA 4.00, 20% at 3.75–3.99, 10% at 3.50–3.74
    Who can apply
    Full-time students with at least 30 ECTS a semester who have completed 60 ECTS at UNIC. Distance learning, postgraduate (except family scholarships) and medicine are excluded.
    Deadline
    Applied each semester after the first two; check the official page
    Countries
    Cyprus

    Official page for Academic merit scholarships (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityMaster's

    Amsterdam Merit Scholarship

    University of Amsterdam

    Value
    Varies by programme; for example one award of €26,125 for the MSc Artificial Intelligence for September 2027 entry, paid in monthly instalments
    Who can apply
    Non-EU master's applicants in roughly the top 10% of their class.
    Deadline
    15 January 2027 for September 2027 entry
    Countries
    Netherlands

    Official page for Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationArts scholarships, visiting fellowships and short research grants

    Charles Wallace India Trust awards

    Charles Wallace India Trust

    Value
    Amounts not published on the trust's site; they vary by award
    Who can apply
    Indian citizens in the arts, heritage conservation and the humanities: two 10-month scholarships for artists each year, about 3-month visiting fellowships at named UK universities for academics, writers and translators, and about 20 short research grants a year. Not for full degree fees.
    Deadline
    Varies by award; check the official page

    Official page for Charles Wallace India Trust awards (opens in a new tab)

  • European UnionMaster's

    Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's scholarships

    European Union (Erasmus+, through university consortia)

    Value
    Full scholarships for outstanding applicants; what they cover is set by each programme, so check its own page
    Who can apply
    Master's students from all over the world, including India, applying to a joint master's run by a group of European universities. Not every programme offers scholarships. Some joint programmes include Cypriot universities as partners.
    Deadline
    Most programmes take applications between October and January for the following academic year
    Countries
    Many countries

    Official page for Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's scholarships (opens in a new tab)

  • European UnionBachelor's and master's (exchange period)

    Erasmus+ study exchange grant

    European Union, through your Latvian university

    Value
    A contribution towards travel and living costs for 2–12 months at a partner university (amount varies by country); the host waives tuition
    Who can apply
    Students already enrolled in a degree at a Latvian university that takes part in Erasmus+, who want to spend a semester or year in another European country.
    Deadline
    Set by your university's international office each year
    Countries
    Latvia

    Official page for Erasmus+ study exchange grant (opens in a new tab)

  • European UnionBachelor's and master's (exchange period)

    Erasmus+ study exchange grant

    European Union, through your Maltese university

    Value
    A monthly grant towards travel and living costs for a study period at a partner university; the amount is set each year
    Who can apply
    Students already enrolled in a degree at a Maltese university that takes part in Erasmus+, who want to spend a semester or year elsewhere in Europe.
    Deadline
    Set by your university's international office each year
    Countries
    Malta

    Official page for Erasmus+ study exchange grant (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityMaster's (MSc)

    Esade MSc Excellence Awards

    Esade Business School

    Value
    Typically 10% to 50% of tuition (average about 26% in the last intake)
    Who can apply
    MSc applicants of any nationality with an outstanding academic record. The Asian Talent Award is for candidates from Asia-Pacific. One award per candidate; not combinable with other Esade prizes.
    Deadline
    Apply with your initial MSc application; the page gives no fixed date
    Countries
    Spain

    Official page for Esade MSc Excellence Awards (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationMaster's and PhD

    Felix Scholarships

    Felix Trust with the universities of Oxford and Reading and SOAS

    Value
    Funding for postgraduate study; check the current award with each university
    Who can apply
    Indian nationals with a first-class bachelor's degree from a recognised university who show outstanding merit and financial need.
    Deadline
    Set by each partner university. Check the official page for dates

    Official page for Felix Scholarships (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationMaster's and PhD

    Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom scholarship

    Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom

    Value
    €992 a month for master's students (€1,500 for PhD students), plus possible health insurance contributions
    Who can apply
    Non-EU master's and doctoral students in Germany. Applications and interviews are in German.
    Deadline
    30 April and 31 October each year
    Countries
    Germany

    Official page for Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationPhD, MLitt and one-year postgraduate courses at Cambridge

    Gates Cambridge Scholarship

    Gates Cambridge Trust, University of Cambridge

    Value
    Full University Composition Fee, maintenance of £23,152 for 12 months (2026-27 rate), one economy airfare each way, visa costs and the Immigration Health Surcharge
    Who can apply
    Citizens of any country outside the UK, including India, applying for a full-time PhD, MLitt or one-year postgraduate course. MBA, PGCE, MASt and undergraduate degrees are not considered.
    Deadline
    8 December 2026 or 6 January 2027, depending on the course's funding deadline (11:59pm UK time)

    Official page for Gates Cambridge Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's and master's

    Global Futures Scholarship

    The University of Manchester

    Value
    Partial merit awards; more than 350 awards worth more than £6 million in total for September 2027 entry
    Who can apply
    Students living in listed countries, including India, who hold an offer for a full-time, on-campus course starting September 2027. Award levels and criteria vary by country.
    Deadline
    Eligible offer holders are emailed the application form; ask the International Office for the India deadline

    Official page for Global Futures Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityOne-year master's

    Global Leadership Scholarship

    University of Glasgow

    Value
    £10,000 off tuition for one year; 350 awards
    Who can apply
    International fee payers with grades equivalent to a UK first-class degree and an offer for an eligible full-time, in-person one-year master's starting September 2027.
    Deadline
    Rolling; decisions within about six weeks. The closing date is not yet confirmed and is usually in late August

    Official page for Global Leadership Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationMaster's and PhD

    Heinrich Böll Foundation scholarship for international students

    Heinrich Böll Foundation

    Value
    €992 a month for master's students, plus up to €100 towards health insurance; tuition of up to €10,000 a year may be covered
    Who can apply
    Non-EU students with a first degree from abroad who come to Germany for a master's; other income is offset against the award.
    Deadline
    Check official page
    Countries
    Germany

    Official page for Heinrich Böll Foundation scholarship for international students (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationMaster's, MPhil and PhD

    Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarships

    Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation

    Value
    Up to US$120,000 towards tuition, living expenses, one-way travel, visa costs and a health allowance, depending on the course
    Who can apply
    Indian passport holders resident in India, born on or after 1 January 1996, with a degree from a recognised Indian university, for a top-rated university in the UK, Europe or the US. Excluded: business and finance, computer science, most engineering, MBA, medicine and dentistry, fashion, hospitality and some other fields.
    Deadline
    Applications closed for 2026; check the official page for the next round

    Official page for Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarships (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationPhD

    INPhINIT Incoming doctoral fellowships

    "la Caixa" Foundation

    Value
    Paid doctoral fellowship (30 places per call) at research centres in Spain or Portugal
    Who can apply
    PhD candidates of any nationality in science, technology, engineering and maths.
    Deadline
    The 2026 incoming call closed on 28 January 2026; the official page does not state the next call date
    Countries
    Spain

    Official page for INPhINIT Incoming doctoral fellowships (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's

    International Major Entrance Scholarship and Outstanding International Student Award

    University of British Columbia

    Value
    C$10,000 to C$25,000; the major entrance award can be renewed for up to three more years
    Who can apply
    Strong international students entering a UBC bachelor's degree; considered automatically when you apply by the deadline.
    Deadline
    Automatic: apply by UBC's admissions deadline; awards are decided from mid-February to April. International Scholars Program: nomination-based, check the official page
    Countries
    Canada

    Official page for International Major Entrance Scholarship and Outstanding International Student Award (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's and master's

    International Scientia Coursework Scholarship

    UNSW Sydney

    Value
    Full tuition, or A$20,000 a year towards tuition (programme duration)
    Who can apply
    International students with an offer for full-time UNSW coursework. You must apply; selection is on academic merit, leadership and extracurriculars.
    Deadline
    Term 1 2027: apply by 30 October 2026 (11:59 PM AEST); check the official page for any later round
    Countries
    Australia

    Official page for International Scientia Coursework Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityFoundation, bachelor's and master's

    International Study Grant

    Middlesex University Dubai

    Value
    Set case by case; contact admissions
    Who can apply
    International applicants to foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The page lists an AED 3,000 deposit; awards are at the university's discretion.
    Deadline
    At the university's discretion
    Countries
    Dubai (UAE)

    Official page for International Study Grant (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationMaster's, PhD and postdoctoral

    J N Tata Endowment Loan Scholarship

    J N Tata Endowment (Tata Trusts)

    Value
    Loan scholarship; the amount is decided case by case after an interview
    Who can apply
    Indians who have completed their undergraduate studies at a recognised Indian university, going abroad for higher studies. Selection is on merit only.
    Deadline
    The 2026–27 form window ran from 5 January to 29 March 2026; expect a similar window in early 2027
    Countries
    Many countries

    Official page for J N Tata Endowment Loan Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's (BA International Business, Bachelor of Business Studies)

    Jim Kemmy India Scholarship

    Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick

    Value
    €4,000 a year for the four years of the degree, if you keep up your progression
    Who can apply
    Indian students with an average of 75% or more in Class 10 and Class 12, including English and Maths, who meet UL's English requirements.
    Deadline
    Not stated; check the official page
    Countries
    Ireland

    Official page for Jim Kemmy India Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationMaster's and PhD

    K.C. Mahindra Scholarships for Post-Graduate Studies Abroad

    K.C. Mahindra Education Trust

    Value
    Interest-free loan scholarship of up to ₹10 lakh for the top three, and up to ₹5 lakh for others
    Who can apply
    Indian citizens with a first-class degree (or equivalent diploma) from a recognised university, starting a postgraduate programme at an overseas university. Final-year students can apply with proof of a first class before the end of June. At least 50 awards a year.
    Deadline
    The 2026 round closed on 30 April 2026; the next round usually opens early in the year
    Countries
    Many countries

    Official page for K.C. Mahindra Scholarships for Post-Graduate Studies Abroad (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationMaster's and PhD

    Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung scholarships for international students

    Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung

    Value
    Monthly stipend plus extras; check the official page for the current amount
    Who can apply
    International master's students and graduates already studying in Germany, who apply online. The official page does not state the monthly amount; check it for the current figure.
    Deadline
    For students already in Germany: June to 15 July each year
    Countries
    Germany

    Official page for Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung scholarships for international students (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationMaster's

    Lady Meherbai D. Tata Education Trust Scholarship

    Lady Meherbai D. Tata Education Trust (Tata Trusts)

    Value
    A gift towards part of the tuition fee, about ₹3 lakh to ₹6 lakh depending on the interview
    Who can apply
    Indian women graduates of a reputed university with a strong academic record, studying in the US, UK or Europe, with a focus on issues affecting women and children (for example social work, public health, psychology, law, education, health policy or human rights). Two years of relevant paid work experience is preferred.
    Deadline
    The 2026–27 round closed in April 2026 (link requests closed on 30 March); expect a similar window in early 2027

    Official page for Lady Meherbai D. Tata Education Trust Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityMaster's

    Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS)

    Leiden University

    Value
    Tuition reduction of €10,000, €15,000, €17,500, €18,500 or €19,000; the level is set at the award and is not a full scholarship
    Who can apply
    Non-EEA students applying to a full-time master's starting in September, with results around the top 10%.
    Deadline
    1 December 2026. Confirm with the scholarships team that this applies to your intake
    Countries
    Netherlands

    Official page for Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS) (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's

    Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship

    University of Toronto

    Value
    Tuition, books, incidental fees and full residence costs for four years
    Who can apply
    Outstanding international school leavers nominated by their school; about 37 awards a year.
    Deadline
    School nominations for September 2027 closed on 9 October 2026; plan early for 2028
    Countries
    Canada

    Official page for Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityMaster's

    Melbourne International Graduate Scholarship

    The University of Melbourne

    Value
    20% off tuition for the length of the course; at least 300 awards
    Who can apply
    Citizens of countries on the university's eligible list (GDP per capita of US$10,000 or less; check your country) with an offer for an overseas-fee master's place, from 2027. Selected on course entry score.
    Deadline
    No separate application; you are considered automatically when you apply
    Countries
    Australia

    Official page for Melbourne International Graduate Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's

    Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship

    The University of Melbourne

    Value
    2024 values (the latest the university has published; later years not yet confirmed): A$10,000 off first-year tuition, or 50% or 100% fee remission for the three-year degree
    Who can apply
    International students in the top 3% of their school results, for example at least 98% overall on an Indian board, with an unconditional offer.
    Deadline
    No separate application; outcomes usually two to three weeks after an unconditional offer
    Countries
    Australia

    Official page for Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityResearch master's and research doctorate (PhD)

    Monash International Tuition Scholarship (MITS)

    Monash University

    Value
    Covers the course tuition fees and a single Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) policy; the number of awards varies
    Who can apply
    International students, including Indians, admitted to a graduate research degree at a Monash campus in Australia, chosen on academic excellence, research outputs and research experience. You are considered automatically when you apply for the course.
    Deadline
    Several rounds a year; Monash lists closing dates such as 31 March and 31 July, with the first international round for 2027 brought forward. Check the official page
    Countries
    Australia

    Official page for Monash International Tuition Scholarship (MITS) (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationMaster's

    Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship

    Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation

    Value
    Full or part scholarships given as repayable, interest-free financial assistance (amount not fixed)
    Who can apply
    Merit-based, for Indian students of academic excellence going on to postgraduate study in India or abroad. Check the official page for fields and other conditions.
    Deadline
    Applications are closed for now; check the official page for the next call
    Countries
    Many countries

    Official page for Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityMaster's

    Postgraduate Merit Scholarship

    Heriot-Watt University Dubai

    Value
    10% or 15% of tuition
    Who can apply
    Taught postgraduate applicants. Thresholds are set country by country (for India, CGPA 7/10 for 10% and 7.5/10 for 15%). Not automatic: complete your application and pay the deposit.
    Deadline
    Assessed with your application
    Countries
    Dubai (UAE)

    Official page for Postgraduate Merit Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's

    President's International Scholarship of Excellence (PISE)

    York University

    Value
    C$180,000 (C$45,000 a year for four years)
    Who can apply
    International high school applicants with academic excellence, volunteering, extracurricular commitment and leadership. Cannot be combined with York's entrance scholarships.
    Deadline
    Student application by 27 January 2027; nominee form by 4 February 2027
    Countries
    Canada

    Official page for President's International Scholarship of Excellence (PISE) (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityMaster's (English-taught)

    Radboud Scholarship Programme

    Radboud University

    Value
    Tuition reduced to about €2,771 (to be confirmed), plus visa, residence permit, health and liability insurance; living costs not covered. 26 places for 2027/28
    Who can apply
    Non-EU/EEA passport holders, including Indians, with a bachelor's from outside the Netherlands, fully admitted to an English-taught master's starting 1 September 2027. Selected on academic excellence, ambition and two references.
    Deadline
    Apply for the master's by 31 January 2027 and complete it by 14 February 2027 (23:59 CET)
    Countries
    Netherlands

    Official page for Radboud Scholarship Programme (opens in a new tab)

  • Trust / foundationPostgraduate (master's and DPhil) at Oxford

    Rhodes Scholarship (India)

    Rhodes Trust, University of Oxford

    Value
    Oxford course fees, a stipend of £20,400 a year (2025-26), the student visa fee and Immigration Health Surcharge, two economy flights and a settling-in allowance; five scholarships for India
    Who can apply
    Indian candidates applying for a full-time postgraduate course at Oxford, selected on merit and leadership. Age and degree conditions are in the India 'Information for Candidates' document on the official page.
    Deadline
    The India round for 2027 entry ran from 1 June to 23 July 2026 and is closed; the next round is expected in mid-2027 for 2028 entry

    Official page for Rhodes Scholarship (India) (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's, master's and PhD

    RISEBA tuition fee discounts

    RISEBA University of Applied Sciences

    Value
    Discounts in several categories (including excellent studies, good grades, student achievements and doctoral studies); the doctoral discount is 20% in listed programmes; amounts are set in the yearly annex
    Who can apply
    Applicants and students at RISEBA; ask admissions which categories are open to non-EU students.
    Deadline
    Set in the yearly rules; ask admissions
    Countries
    Latvia

    Official page for RISEBA tuition fee discounts (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityMaster's

    Teacher Study Grant

    Middlesex University Dubai

    Value
    25% for Education programmes; 20% for other postgraduate programmes
    Who can apply
    Teachers and school staff in the UAE and worldwide applying to postgraduate programmes; evidence is needed to redeem the grant.
    Deadline
    At the university's discretion
    Countries
    Dubai (UAE)

    Official page for Teacher Study Grant (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityTaught master's

    Trinity Global Excellence Postgraduate Scholarship

    Trinity College Dublin

    Value
    €2,000 to €5,000 off the first-year tuition fee, depending on the region
    Who can apply
    Non-EU fee payers with an offer for a full-time taught postgraduate programme at Trinity. Business, engineering, natural sciences, and computer science and statistics courses are excluded.
    Deadline
    Rolling; for 2026/27 the closing date for most regions was 15 June 2026. Check the official page for 2027/28
    Countries
    Ireland

    Official page for Trinity Global Excellence Postgraduate Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's and master's

    TSI scholarships and discounts

    Transport and Telecommunication Institute (TSI), Riga

    Value
    Merit scholarships and tuition discounts; the official page does not list amounts, so ask admissions
    Who can apply
    Bachelor's and master's applicants at TSI. Applicants from India pay a €500 deposit, which is applied to the final year's fees.
    Deadline
    15 November 2026 for applicants from India (2027/28 intake); check the official page
    Countries
    Latvia

    Official page for TSI scholarships and discounts (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's and master's

    TUM Scholarship for International Students

    Technical University of Munich

    Value
    €500–€1,500 per semester, based on merit and proven financial need
    Who can apply
    International students at TUM with a strong academic record and proven financial need (low income).
    Deadline
    Set by TUM each semester; check the official page
    Countries
    Germany

    Official page for TUM Scholarship for International Students (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's

    UCD Aryabhata Science Scholarship

    University College Dublin

    Value
    50% to 100% tuition fee waiver
    Who can apply
    Students from India starting an undergraduate degree at UCD. Check the scholarship page for the eligible subjects.
    Deadline
    Not confirmed for 2027. Ask india@ucd.ie or check the scholarship page
    Countries
    Ireland

    Official page for UCD Aryabhata Science Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's and master's

    UCD Global Excellence Scholarship

    University College Dublin

    Value
    50% or 100% of tuition
    Who can apply
    Non-EU fee payers holding an offer for an eligible full-time programme. A separate application is needed.
    Deadline
    Separate application after you receive an offer; check the scholarship page
    Countries
    Ireland

    Official page for UCD Global Excellence Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's

    Undergraduate academic merit scholarships

    UCLan Cyprus

    Value
    40% to 50% off first-year tuition, renewable if you keep up your grades
    Who can apply
    New bachelor's students; the discount depends on school results (40% and 50% thresholds, for example, for Cyprus, Russia, Ukraine, Lebanon, and EU or IB results). Other countries: contact admissions.
    Deadline
    Assessed with your application; check the official page for dates
    Countries
    Cyprus

    Official page for Undergraduate academic merit scholarships (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's

    Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

    Heriot-Watt University Dubai

    Value
    30%, 40% or 50% of the net first-year tuition fee, spread across the years of study
    Who can apply
    Full-time undergraduates. CBSE: 80–84.9% earns 30%, 85–89.9% earns 40% and 90% or above earns 50%.
    Deadline
    Assessed with your application
    Countries
    Dubai (UAE)

    Official page for Undergraduate Merit Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityPhD

    University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship

    University of Auckland

    Value
    Stipend of up to NZ$35,468 a year (2026) plus tuition fees and health insurance
    Who can apply
    PhD applicants with excellent academic records; considered when you apply for a doctoral place.
    Deadline
    Considered when you apply; application rounds close 1 November, 1 February, 1 May or 1 August (check the official page)
    Countries
    New Zealand

    Official page for University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityMaster's

    University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship

    University of Auckland

    Value
    25% of one year's tuition
    Who can apply
    New international master's students with an offer for Semester One or Quarter Two 2027 by 20 October 2026. Eligible students are invited on 21 October 2026 to complete a supplementary form.
    Deadline
    Offer by 20 October 2026; supplementary form due 4 November 2026 for invited students
    Countries
    New Zealand

    Official page for University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityMaster's (MSc)

    University of Twente Scholarship (UTS)

    University of Twente

    Value
    €3,000 to €22,000 for one year; on two-year programmes the same again in year two if you meet the progress rules
    Who can apply
    Students from non-EU/EEA countries, including India, admitted to a qualifying UT master's starting September 2027, in the top 5–10% of their class, with IELTS 6.5 (6.0 speaking) or TOEFL iBT 90.
    Deadline
    Applications open 15 October 2026 and close 1 April 2027, 16:00 CET
    Countries
    Netherlands

    Official page for University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's, taught master's and research degrees

    Vice-Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship for India

    University of Waikato

    Value
    Up to NZ$15,000 towards tuition fees
    Who can apply
    Students from India with an offer of place at Waikato, in any area of study. Read the scholarship regulations on the official page before you apply.
    Deadline
    Reviewed monthly. Waikato also lists closing dates by trimester (for example 30 November for A trimester); check the official page
    Countries
    New Zealand

    Official page for Vice-Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship for India (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's and master's

    Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship

    Deakin University

    Value
    50% or 100% of tuition for the normal length of the course
    Who can apply
    International applicants to coursework degrees with an average of at least 85%. Selection is competitive, so successful applicants usually score above the minimum.
    Deadline
    No fixed deadline; awarded on a rolling basis before each trimester. Apply at least one month before you start
    Countries
    Australia

    Official page for Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's and coursework master's

    Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships

    The University of Sydney

    Value
    A$5,000 to A$60,000 (tiered by ranking)
    Who can apply
    New international students with an unconditional offer by the round closing date; considered automatically. Australian Government scholarship holders are not eligible.
    Deadline
    No separate application. Semester 1 2027: last round closes 16 November 2026. Semester 2 2027: rounds from 15 February 2027 (check the official page)
    Countries
    Australia

    Official page for Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's and master's

    VILNIUS TECH international scholarships

    Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (VILNIUS TECH)

    Value
    Full tuition waiver (80% grade), or 50% or 25% (70% grade), for the whole programme if you have no academic debts
    Who can apply
    International first-year bachelor's and master's applicants with strong grades (at least 70–80% of the maximum) and B2 English.
    Deadline
    20 April for 2026–27; expect a similar date for 2027–28
    Countries
    Lithuania

    Official page for VILNIUS TECH international scholarships (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityMaster's and postgraduate diploma

    VUW Postgraduate International Scholarship

    Victoria University of Wellington

    Value
    NZ$10,000 off first-year tuition
    Who can apply
    New full-fee international students starting a master's (120, 180 or 240 points) or 120-point postgraduate diploma on campus.
    Deadline
    No separate application; the closing date is the programme's application closing date
    Countries
    New Zealand

    Official page for VUW Postgraduate International Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

  • UniversityBachelor's

    York International Scholarship of Distinction and International Merit Award

    York University

    Value
    Distinction: C$15,000 in year 1 and C$7,500 in years 2–4 (up to C$37,500). Merit: C$10,000 then C$5,000 a year (up to C$25,000)
    Who can apply
    International high school applicants with a 90%+ average (Distinction) or 80–89.9% (Merit).
    Deadline
    No separate application; awarded on your admission average
    Countries
    Canada

    Official page for York International Scholarship of Distinction and International Merit Award (opens in a new tab)

Values and deadlines are as published by each provider, checked in October 2026. No scholarship is guaranteed; budget for the full cost and treat any award as a bonus.

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