Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship

Scholarship Overview

In continuation with UK’s commitment to the Commonwealth countries, every year 800 students are given a chance to undertake postgraduate studies at universities in the UK. The Commonwealth Scholarships are awarded to talented individuals with the potential to make a positive impact on the global stage.

Applicable course, university, and country

This scholarship is applicable for all universities in UK
This scholarship is applicable for Masters Degree, Masters Diploma, Masters Certificate

• The scholarship is applicable for one year taught Master’s courses or equivalent degree
• Fields of study covered by the scholarship are:
• Science and technology for development
• Strengthening health systems and capacity
• Promoting global prosperity
• Strengthening global peace, security, and governance
• Strengthening resilience and response to crises
• Access, inclusion, and opportunity

 

Scholarship amount details

The scholarship will provide –

• economy return international travel
• tuition fee
• adequate maintenance and other allowances

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense	Indicates if the scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Tuition & Fees	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense	× Not covered in scholarship
Accommodation	× Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Spouse/Child Care	× Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover	× Not covered in scholarship
Application	× Not covered in scholarship
Others	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this

Number of students to be awarded:
Varies

Eligible student nationality

India, United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, Canada, Malaysia, Fiji, Mauritius, South Africa, Cyprus, Bangladesh, Malta, Barbados, Guyana, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Botswana, Brunei, Cameroon, Dominica, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Appication Process for this scholarship

No specific documents are available.
No specific deadline available.

Application Documents:

Type of documents	Indicates if this type of document is required to be submitted
12	Required
UG	Required

Scholarship Application: This scholarship needs a separate external application.

Important Dates & FAQ info:

Info	Date
Scholarship Deadline	Not Available

 

Scholarship Eligibility

• Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a personal interview in New Delhi
• Applicant must be residing in one of the commonwealth countries at the time of application
• Applicant must have completed tertiary education in English medium

Special Restrictions: No Special Restriction is applicable.

Exams Details:

Exam name	Indicates if exam is required and cutoff (if any)
12	Required
UG	Required (minimum score 60.0%)
Interview	Required

 

The rating is done considering various factors

Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

Who can apply for the Scholarship?
The scholarship is applicable to students from various countries.

What is the minimum Qualification Required?
The students must have completed their bachelor’s education from a recognized institution.

What is the procedure for applying?
This scholarship needs a separate external application.

What are the documents required for filling the forms?
Official transcripts.

What is the duration of the Scholarship?
One Time