Top Scholarships for Indian Students — 2026
Funding your international education is easier than you think. Here are the top scholarships available right now:
Australia Scholarships
- Australia Awards Scholarships: Fully funded (tuition + living + travel) by the Australian Government
- Destination Australia Program: Up to AUD 15,000/year for regional universities
- University Merit Scholarships: 20-50% tuition waiver (auto-considered at many universities)
- Research Training Program: For PhD students — covers full tuition + stipend
UK Scholarships
- Chevening Scholarships: Fully funded master's for future leaders (applications open Aug-Nov)
- Commonwealth Scholarships: For students from developing countries
- GREAT Scholarships: £10,000 towards tuition at 100+ UK universities
- University-specific bursaries: Russell Group universities offer £2,000-£5,000 automatically
Canada Scholarships
- Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships: CAD 50,000/year for 3 years (doctoral students)
- Ontario Graduate Scholarship: CAD 15,000/year
- University entrance scholarships: Many offer CAD 2,000-20,000 based on GPA
- Mitacs Globalink: Research internships + potential graduate fellowship
USA Scholarships
- Fulbright-Nehru Fellowships: Fully funded master's and PhD
- University merit aid: Top universities offer 50-100% tuition scholarships
- Graduate assistantships: Tuition waiver + monthly stipend (TA/RA positions)
- Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation: Covers tuition at top US/UK universities
Germany Scholarships
- DAAD Scholarships: €934/month + travel + insurance (the most popular for Indians)
- Deutschland Stipendium: €300/month merit-based award
- Erasmus Mundus: Fully funded master's across European universities
How to Maximize Your Chances
1. Apply early — most prestigious scholarships close 8-12 months before intake
2. Maintain strong academics — GPA 3.5+ significantly improves odds
3. Write a standout SOP — focus on impact, not just achievements
4. Get strong references — professors who know your work, not just your name
5. Apply to multiple scholarships — don't put all eggs in one basket
How Storm Overseas Helps
We identify scholarships that match your profile and help you craft winning applications. Many of our students receive partial to full scholarships every year.