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Scholarships 2025

Scholarships for Indian Students Studying Abroad 2026

Complete guide to 500+ scholarships available for Indian students in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, and more. Find funding that matches your profile with AbroBot AI.

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Scholarships Available
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Countries
2025
Updated Deadlines

USA Scholarships

Scholarships for Indian Students in USA 2025

Fulbright-Nehru Fellowship
USA
Full Funding
MastersPhDResearch

Most prestigious India-USA scholarship. Covers tuition, fees, living allowance, health insurance, and travel. Run by USIEF.

Deadline: Varies by program
Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation
USA/UK
Up to $100,000
MastersPhDArts

For exceptional Indian students under 30 to study at top global universities. Covers tuition and living expenses.

Deadline: March annually
Aga Khan Foundation Scholarship
USA/UK/Canada
Up to 50% funding
MastersNeed-Based

Half scholarship, half loan for outstanding students with limited financial means. For development-related fields.

Deadline: December annually

UK Scholarships

Scholarships for Indian Students in UK 2025

Chevening Scholarship
UK
Full Funding
MastersLeadership

UK government's global scholarship. Covers tuition, flights, living allowance, and visa costs. 1-year Masters only.

Deadline: November annually
Commonwealth Scholarship
UK
Full Funding
MastersPhDDevelopment

For Indian students from lower-income backgrounds. Covers tuition, travel, and monthly stipend for development-related fields.

Deadline: December annually
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
UK
Full Funding
MastersPhDCambridge

Full cost of study at Cambridge University. One of the most competitive international scholarships. Based on merit and leadership.

Deadline: October annually

Europe & More

Germany, Canada & Australia Scholarships

DAAD Scholarship
Germany
€1,200/month
MastersPhDResearch

Germany's premier international scholarship with monthly living stipend and tuition support. For all fields at German universities.

Deadline: Varies by program
Vanier Canada Graduate
Canada
CAD $50,000/year
PhDResearch

$50,000 annually for 3 years for doctoral students. Open to international applicants with strong academic and leadership records.

Deadline: November annually
Australia Awards
Australia
Full Funding
MastersDevelopment

Australian Government scholarship covering full tuition, flights, and living expenses for Indian students pursuing development-related Masters.

Deadline: April annually
500+
Total Scholarships
8
Countries Covered
₹50L+
Max Award Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

Major scholarships include Fulbright-Nehru (USA), Chevening (UK), DAAD (Germany), Commonwealth (UK), Vanier (Canada), Australia Awards, and Gates Cambridge. AbroBot's AI matches you with 500+ scholarships based on your specific profile.

Yes. Multiple fully-funded scholarships exist for Indian students: Fulbright-Nehru, Chevening, Commonwealth, Gates Cambridge, and Australia Awards all cover full tuition, living expenses, and travel. Competition is high but the opportunities are real.

Germany has the largest number of government-funded scholarships through DAAD, with many programs offering monthly stipends. The UK has prestigious fully-funded awards like Chevening and Commonwealth. The USA has the most university-specific merit scholarships.

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