The Chevening Scholarship is one of the UK’s most prestigious international scholarships, aimed at empowering future leaders, influencers, and decision-makers worldwide. Supported by the UK government through the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), it offers a fully funded one-year master’s degree at any eligible UK university. The scholarship covers tuition fees, living expenses, return airfare, visa costs, and additional allowances for study and travel.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country, such as India.

• Commitment to return to your home country for at least two years after completion.

• Hold a bachelor’s degree equivalent to at least an upper second-class (2:1) UK honors degree.

• Have minimum two years (2,800 hours) of work experience, including full-time, part-time, voluntary, or paid internships.

• Apply to three eligible UK university courses and receive at least one unconditional offer.

• Applicants must not have received a UK government scholarship in the past five years or be currently employed by UK government institutions.

Application Process & Timeline:

• Applications Open: 5 August 2025

• Applications Close: 7 October 2025

• Eligibility Check & Reading Committee Review: October 2025–January 2026

• Interviews: March–April 2026

• Final Results: June 2026

• Unconditional Offer Submission: 9 July 2026

• Start of Studies: September/October 2026

Beyond financial support, Chevening provides access to a global network of 55,000+ alumni, offering unmatched networking and career opportunities. It’s not just a scholarship-it’s an investment in leadership, global exposure, and professional growth.