Applications have opened for the 2026-27 Chevening Scholarships, the UK government’s flagship international scholarship programme. For Indian students, the application window runs from 4 August to 6 October 2026.

Chevening Scholarships provide full financial support for a one-year master’s degree at any UK university. The programme is aimed at Indian citizens and is designed to help selected candidates pursue postgraduate study in the UK without the usual cost burden.

According to the announcement, applicants from India must meet the programme’s eligibility rules, including having at least two years of work experience. The scholarship is one of the best-known routes for international students seeking a fully funded master’s course in the UK.

The latest opening gives prospective applicants a defined timeline to prepare their submissions for the 2026-27 cycle. With funding covering a one-year master’s programme and access to universities across the UK, Chevening remains a major option for Indian professionals planning higher study abroad.