United Kingdom
Government
Chevening Scholarships
Master's
The UK government's flagship award for a one-year Master's, aimed at outstanding future leaders with work experience. Highly competitive.
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A straight directory of the named government, university and EU scholarships for the 8 destinations we counsel for - filter by country, study level and funding body, then follow the link to the official source. No inflated promises, just where to look and what to ask.
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This is a starting map, not the last word. AEOC does not run any of these awards or decide who wins them - amounts, deadlines and eligibility change every year, so always confirm the current details on the official source. A counsellor can then help you target the ones that fit your profile.
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United Kingdom
Government
Commonwealth Scholarships
Master'sPhD
UK government scholarships for citizens of Commonwealth countries, including India, for Master's and PhD study.
United Kingdom
Government
GREAT Scholarships
Master's
British Council awards for Indian students at specific participating UK universities. Course list and universities change each year.
United Kingdom
University
Rhodes Scholarships
Master's
A prestigious University of Oxford award for exceptional academics and leaders. Extremely selective.
United States
Government
Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships
Master's
Administered by USIEF for Indian citizens with a strong record and several years of professional experience. Very competitive.
United States
University
Knight-Hennessy Scholars (Stanford)
Master'sPhD
Funds graduate study across any Stanford programme for applicants with a strong leadership record. Highly selective.
United States
University
University Need-Based Aid
Bachelor'sMaster's
A handful of well-funded universities (such as MIT, Harvard and Yale) meet demonstrated financial need for international students. Rules vary widely by school.
University-specific - confirm on the institution's site or ask a counsellor.
Study in USAUnited States
University
Graduate Assistantships (TA / RA)
Master'sPhD
Teaching or research roles awarded by departments that typically pair a stipend with a tuition waiver. Awarded on academic merit, department by department.
University-specific - confirm on the institution's site or ask a counsellor.
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Canada
Government
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship
PhD
A federal award for doctoral students nominated by a Canadian university for academic excellence and leadership.
Canada
University
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship
Bachelor's
The University of Toronto's flagship undergraduate award for exceptional international students, who must be nominated by their school.
Canada
Government
Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS)
Master'sPhD
A merit award for graduate students at participating Ontario universities, open to international students. Apply through your university.
University-specific - confirm on the institution's site or ask a counsellor.
Study in CanadaCanada
University
University Entrance Scholarships
Bachelor'sMaster's
Automatic or application-based awards for strong academics at most Canadian universities. Check each institution's own scholarship page.
University-specific - confirm on the institution's site or ask a counsellor.
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Australia
Government
Destination Australia
Bachelor'sMaster'sPhD
A government programme supporting students at eligible regional campuses, from certificate to PhD level.
Australia
University
Monash International Merit Scholarship
Bachelor'sMaster's
For high-achieving international students at Monash University, usually considered automatically with your course offer.
Australia
University
Deakin Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship
Bachelor'sMaster's
A competitive Deakin University award for an outstanding academic record; a partial (50%) tuition award is also offered.
Australia
Government
Research Training Program (RTP)
PhD
Government funding for research (MPhil / PhD) students nominated by their Australian university, typically covering tuition plus a stipend.
Germany
Government
DAAD Scholarships (EPOS and more)
Master'sPhD
The German academic exchange service funds postgraduate study; its EPOS development-related programmes favour applicants with work experience.
Germany
University
Deutschlandstipendium
Bachelor'sMaster's
A merit-based monthly grant open to all nationalities, applied for through your German university.
Germany
EU programme
Erasmus+ (Germany)
Master's
EU funding for exchange semesters and selected Erasmus Mundus joint Master's degrees based in Germany.
Germany
Foundation
Political and Non-Profit Foundations
Bachelor'sMaster'sPhD
Foundations such as Heinrich Boll, Konrad-Adenauer and Friedrich-Ebert fund engaged students with strong academics. Each runs its own process.
University-specific - confirm on the institution's site or ask a counsellor.
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Ireland
Government
Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship
Master'sPhD
A national award for high-achieving non-EU students entering Master's or PhD study, with a small number of places offered each year.
Ireland
Government
Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship
Master'sPhD
For research Master's and PhD candidates, awarded through the national research funding body's annual call.
Ireland
University
University Merit Scholarships
Bachelor'sMaster's
Merit fee waivers for international students at Trinity, UCD, UCC, Galway and most Irish universities. Check each university's own page.
University-specific - confirm on the institution's site or ask a counsellor.
Study in IrelandIreland
University
India-Focused University Awards
Master's
Several Irish universities run scholarships aimed specifically at Indian students. Deadlines shift each year, so ask a counsellor for the current list.
University-specific - confirm on the institution's site or ask a counsellor.
Study in Ireland
France
Government
Charpak Scholarship
Bachelor'sMaster's
The Embassy of France in India's flagship award for Indian students joining programmes in France.
France
Government
Eiffel Excellence Scholarship
Master'sPhD
A French government award for outstanding Master's and PhD candidates; your French institution must nominate you.
France
EU programme
Erasmus+ Grants (France)
Master's
EU-funded joint Master's programmes and exchange mobility at participating French institutions.
France
University
University and Regional Awards
Bachelor'sMaster's
Merit fee waivers and grants from Grandes Ecoles, business schools and French regions. Terms vary widely by institution.
University-specific - confirm on the institution's site or ask a counsellor.
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New Zealand
Government
New Zealand Excellence Awards (NZEA)
Bachelor'sMaster's
Awards for Indian students with an offer from a New Zealand university, relaunched in 2025 across all eight universities.
New Zealand
University
University Merit Scholarships
Bachelor'sMaster's
Entrance and merit awards at Auckland, Otago, Victoria Wellington, Canterbury and other New Zealand universities.
University-specific - confirm on the institution's site or ask a counsellor.
Study in New ZealandNew Zealand
Government
Domestic-Rate Fees for PhD Students
PhD
International PhD candidates at New Zealand universities pay the same tuition as domestic students - a large saving rather than a cash award.
New Zealand
Government
Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships
Master's
New Zealand government scholarships whose eligible countries and programmes vary year to year. Confirm current eligibility before applying.
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