Top Scholarships in the UK for Indian Students – Fully Funded & Merit-Based [2025]

📘 Introduction

Are you planning to study in the UK in 2025 but concerned about tuition fees? Good news! There are numerous scholarships available specifically for Indian students, including full tuition, living expenses, and even travel. Whether you're pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, this guide provides the most updated list of top scholarships in the UK for 2025.

🏆 Top Fully Funded Scholarships for Indian Students

1. Chevening Scholarships

• Type: Fully funded

• Level: Master’s

• Covers: Tuition, airfare, accommodation, living allowance

• Eligibility: 2+ years of work experience, leadership potential

• Deadline: November 2024 (for 2025 intake)

• Website: www.chevening.org

2. Commonwealth Scholarships

• Type: Fully funded

• Level: Master’s and PhD

• Covers: Tuition, travel, monthly stipend

• Eligibility: Low-income or developing Commonwealth nations

• Deadline: Usually October–December

3. GREAT Scholarships – India

• Type: Partial to full

• Level: PG

• Covers: Minimum £10,000 towards tuition

• Participating Universities: 20+ UK institutions

• Offered by: British Council + UK Govt

• Deadline: April–June 2025

🎓 Merit-Based & University-Specific Scholarships

4. Rhodes Scholarship (University of Oxford)

• Type: Fully funded

• Level: Master’s

• For Indian nationals with academic brilliance & leadership skills

• Deadline: August–September 2024

5. University of Edinburgh Global Scholarships

• Up to 100% tuition fee coverage for international PG students

• Academic excellence is a must

6. University of Bristol Think Big Scholarships

• £5,000 to £20,000 tuition waiver

• Both UG and PG students can apply

7. University of Warwick Chancellor’s International Scholarships

• Full tuition + maintenance allowance

• For research/PhD-level students

📌 Tips to Increase Your Scholarship Chances

• Maintain strong academic records

• Highlight extracurricular achievements and leadership roles

• Draft a powerful Statement of Purpose (SOP)

• Secure strong Letters of Recommendation (LORs)

• Apply early – many scholarships have strict deadlines!

💬 FAQs – UK Scholarships for Indian Students

Q: Are scholarships available for UG students?
A: Yes, though most are partial, many universities offer UG merit-based scholarships.

Q: Can I apply for multiple scholarships?
A: Yes, but usually you can only accept one major scholarship at a time.

Q: Are scholarships open to students from all Indian states?
A: Yes, eligibility is national unless specified.

Q: Is IELTS mandatory for scholarships?
A: Most require proof of English proficiency, often IELTS or TOEFL.

Q: Can I get a scholarship after getting admission?
A: Some scholarships are post-admission, while most are part of your initial application.

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