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Study Abroad Scholarships for Indian Students (2026 Guide)

Scholarships can cover anything from 10% of tuition to your entire degree. Here are the most valuable ones for Indian students.

Government scholarships

  • Chevening & Commonwealth (UK)
  • DAAD (Germany)
  • Charpak & Eiffel (France)
  • Australia Awards
  • MEXT (Japan)
  • Government of Ireland Scholarship

University scholarships

Most universities offer automatic or application-based merit scholarships of 10–50% of tuition. Early applicants often receive more.

Need-based and regional

Italy’s DSU/EDISU and the Netherlands’ Orange Tulip programme are two of the most generous options for Indian families.

How to win a scholarship

  • Apply early — many close 6–9 months before intake
  • Tailor your SOP to the scholarship’s values
  • Show leadership and impact, not just marks
  • Get specific, detailed recommendation letters

Key takeaways

  • Apply to several scholarships in parallel
  • Most deadlines fall between October and February
  • We track deadlines for every student we counsel
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