Chevening Scholarship (India – UK Govt Partnered) Documents Required 2026
Required Documents Checklist
- Online application with education history
- work experience (min 2
- 800 hours)
- 4 essays
- references (if shortlisted)
- university offers[2][4]
DBT Bank Seeding Warning
Your primary bank account must be active, seeded with your Aadhaar card, and mapped on the NPCI mapper. The government disbursements are made exclusively via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
FAQs for Chevening Scholarship (India – UK Govt Partnered)
Q.Who is eligible for Chevening Scholarship from India?
Indian citizens with a bachelor's degree, at least 2 years (2,800 hours) of paid work experience, and a commitment to return to India for at least 2 years after completing the scholarship.
Q.When do Chevening applications open for Indian students?
Chevening applications typically open in August each year for the next academic year intake. The 2026–27 cycle closes in November 2026.
Q.Does Chevening cover all costs?
Yes. Chevening is fully funded: it covers tuition fees, monthly living allowance, return economy flights, UK visa fees, and a one-time arrival allowance.
Q.Can engineers and MBA students apply for Chevening?
Yes, Chevening is open to all subject areas including engineering, MBA, law, public policy, and social sciences — there are no field exclusions for Indian applicants.