Scholarships for Indian Students
72 scholarships — government schemes, corporate CSR programmes, merit awards and international funding. Check eligibility, amount and how to apply.
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AIAS-COFUND (Marie Curie) Fellowships
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The AIAS-COFUND (Marie Curie) Fellowships support talented PhD researchers from India and worldwide to conduct independent research at Aarhus Institute of Advan
Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Visiting Scholars Program
The Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Visiting Scholars Program (VScP) supports Ph.D. scholars and junior faculty from Indian colleges and univers
SMART Scholars Programme for Postdoctoral Research
The SMART Scholars Programme for Postdoctoral Research provides funding for Indian scholars who have completed their PhD and wish to pursue advanced research ab
Elisabeth Croll Scholarship for fieldwork in China
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The Elisabeth Croll Scholarship for fieldwork in China supports PhD students conducting field research in China as part of their academic studies. Established i
Buchmann Faculty of Law – Tel Aviv University Post-Doctoral Fellowship
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The Buchmann Faculty of Law – Tel Aviv University Post-Doctoral Fellowship supports outstanding Indian and Chinese scholars who have completed their PhD to cond
Harvard University – Environmental Fellows Program
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The Harvard University Environmental Fellows Program supports recent PhD graduates from any country who want to work with Harvard faculty on environmental resea
Queen Elizabeth Scholarships
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The Queen Elizabeth Scholarships (QES) fund Indian PhD students to conduct doctoral research in biomedical science at the University of Calcutta. It is open to
Nottingham University Business School PhD Scholarships
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Nottingham University Business School PhD Scholarships provide full tuition coverage and a stipend for Indian students starting a PhD in business-related fields
IISER Berhampur-Ph.D. Programme 2018
The IISER Berhampur-Ph.D. Programme 2018 offers Indian citizens the opportunity to pursue a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Physics sta
Hindi Scholarship Scheme
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The Hindi Scholarship Scheme provides financial support to students pursuing higher education in Hindi language and literature. It is open to residents of West
Centre for Economic and Social Studies(CESS) Admission to Ph.D Programme 2017
The Centre for Economic and Social Studies (CESS), Hyderabad, invites applications for its Ph.D. Programme in Development Studies for the academic year 2017-18.
University of British Columbia – Future Forests Fellowship
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The University of British Columbia – Future Forests Fellowship supports exceptional Indian doctoral students pursuing forestry research at UBC. This four-year a
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta – Post Doctoral Research Fewllowship 2017
The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship (PDRF) supports early-career researchers who have completed a Ph.D. and wish to ad
Crescent University – Ph.D. Admissions July 2017
Crescent University invites applications for Ph.D. admissions in the July 2017 session, open to candidates across multiple disciplines. The programme covers fie
IISER Kolkata-Ph.D.Admission 2017
The IISER Kolkata-Ph.D.Admission 2017 is a government scholarship for Indian students seeking doctoral research opportunities at the Indian Institute of Science
Amrita University-Admission to Ph.D. Programmes 2017
The Amrita University-Admission to Ph.D. Programmes 2017 offers full-time Ph.D. admissions with scholarships at its campuses in Amritapuri, Bengaluru, Coimbator
Indian Institute of Forest Management Bhopal Admission
The Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM) Bhopal Admission offers a Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) for students seeking a doctoral-level qualificat
Indian Institute of Science and Research Berhampur – Ph.D.Admission 2017
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Berhampur invites applications from Indian citizens for its Ph.D. programme in Biological Sciences, Chemi
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology-PhD Admission 2017
The Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT) PhD Admission 2017 offers research opportunities in defence-related engineering and applied sciences. It is
Award of DBT Research Associateship
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The Award of DBT Research Associateship supports Indian PhD holders who wish to pursue advanced research in biotechnology and life sciences. This government-fun
Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore – Admission 2017
The Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, invites applications for its 2017 admissions to research and course programmes. It is open to students seeking Ph D,
Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore – Admission 2017
The Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore – Admission 2017 offers research and course programs for students seeking advanced studies. It is open to applicants
Karpagam University-Ph.D & M.phil Admissions 2017
Karpagam University offers Ph.D. and M.Phil. admissions for January 2017 session across multiple disciplines. This notification is for Indian students seeking f
K.L.University-Ph.D.& M.Phil. Programs 2016-17
The K.L.University-Ph.D.& M.Phil. Programs 2016-17 is for Indian students seeking research opportunities in Engineering, Sciences, Management, Humanities, Comme
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Largest awards open right now
Scholarships still accepting applications, biggest published award first.
- Award
- Up to ₹2,00,000/year
- Deadline
- 30 Nov 2026
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Award
- Up to ₹75,000
- Deadline
- 1 Oct 2026
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Award
- $62,000
- Deadline
- 31 Oct 2026
- Level
- Phd
- Award
- ₹60,000 per month
- Deadline
- 15 Sep 2026
- Level
- All
- Award
- ₹50,000/year
- Deadline
- 15 Oct 2026
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Award
- Rs. 50,000
- Deadline
- 31 Oct 2026
- Level
- Diploma
- Award
- Rs. 50,000
- Deadline
- 31 Oct 2026
- Level
- Diploma
- Award
- ₹12,000/year
- Deadline
- 30 Sep 2026
- Level
- Undergraduate
| Scholarship | Award | Deadline | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tata Scholarship | Up to ₹2,00,000/year | 30 Nov 2026 | Undergraduate |
| HDFC Educational Crisis Scholarship | Up to ₹75,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Undergraduate |
| Simons Postdoctoral Fellowships in Marine Microbial Ecology | $62,000 | 31 Oct 2026 | Phd |
| Indo-U.S. Fellowship for Women in STEMM | ₹60,000 per month | 15 Sep 2026 | All |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | ₹50,000/year | 15 Oct 2026 | Undergraduate |
| Pragati Scholarship Scheme 2026-27 For Girl Students Degree and Diploma | Rs. 50,000 | 31 Oct 2026 | Diploma |
| AICTE – Swanath Scholarship Scheme 2026-2027 Techinical Degree and Diploma | Rs. 50,000 | 31 Oct 2026 | Diploma |
| National Merit Scholarship | ₹12,000/year | 30 Sep 2026 | Undergraduate |
Award amounts are quoted exactly as the provider publishes them. Confirm the current figure and deadline on the official page before applying.
Questions students ask about scholarships
Answered from what this catalogue actually holds.
72 scholarships in total — 1,389 private, 1,093 government, 360 international, 328 need. 19 of them are still open for applications today.
19 scholarships have a deadline that has not yet passed. Sort or filter by deadline to see them first — a scholarship whose date has gone is kept on the site for reference, because the same scheme usually reopens the following year.
Yes — 2,207 for all, 511 for undergraduate, 393 for postgraduate, 249 for phd, 186 for diploma. Those marked "all" are open to any level, so filter by your level to see both.
No. A genuine scholarship never charges an application fee. Every listing here links to the provider's own official page — apply there, and treat any site asking for payment to "process" a scholarship as fraudulent.
Often yes, but it depends on each scheme's terms. Government schemes usually bar you from holding a second government award at the same time, while private and institutional awards are frequently allowed alongside them. Check the eligibility section of each scholarship before applying to both.