Government SchemeVerified for 2026
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship (UK) Eligibility Criteria 2026
Qualifying Mark/Percent60% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsPostgraduate
Eligible Caste/CategoriesAll categories (General/OBC/SC/ST)
Gender LimitAny
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Indian Citizens
Special Conditions
Must hold a first degree of at least upper second-class (2:1/60%+) honours. Cannot afford to study in the UK without scholarship.
FAQs for Commonwealth Master's Scholarship (UK)
Q.How do Indian students apply for the Commonwealth Master's Scholarship?
Indian applicants must apply through two portals: the Indian government's SAKSHAT portal for the MoE nomination, AND the CSC Online Application System (OAS). Both are required.
Q.Is MBA eligible for Commonwealth Scholarship?
No. MBA programmes are explicitly excluded. The scholarship is for one-year taught Master's degrees only.
Q.What is the income requirement for Commonwealth Scholarship?
Applicants must demonstrate they are unable to fund their own studies abroad — a financial declaration is required, but there is no fixed income cap.
Q.When does the Commonwealth Scholarship open for Indian students?
Applications typically open March–April each year. The MoE nomination window and the CSC OAS window must both be completed before the October deadline.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helplinehttps://cscuk.fcdo.gov.in/contact-us/