King's College London International Scholarships Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
Applicants must submit a personal statement demonstrating financial need and the impact the scholarship will have on them. The online application form requires applicants to provide details to establish their financial and academic circumstances as clearly as possible. Documentary evidence must be submitted, with English translations for any documents not originally in English. Selection is based on academic merit and financial need, as assessed through the application process for both the programme and the scholarship.
Verification Flow
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
FAQs for King's College London International Scholarships
Q.What does the CMA CGM Excellence Fund for Education cover?
The scholarship offers a full tuition fee waiver for eligible Master's programmes and provides a stipend of £22,161 for the 2026-27 academic year to help with living costs. It does not cover travel, visa application fees, or NHS surcharges.
Q.Are there any preferred programmes or faculties for this scholarship?
While all one-year full-time Master's programmes (excluding MBA and Executive Education) are eligible, preference will be given to applicants pursuing programmes within King's Business School, Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences, and Faculty of Social Sciences & Public Policy.
Q.Can I defer this scholarship if I am awarded it?
No, this award is specifically for students commencing their studies in the 2026-27 academic year and cannot be deferred to a later academic session.
Q.What types of documents are needed for the scholarship application?
You will need to submit an online application form, a personal statement explaining your financial need and the anticipated impact of the scholarship, and various documentary evidence to support your financial and academic circumstances. Any documents not in English must include an official English translation.