Chevening Scholarship (India – UK Govt Partnered) Income Limit 2026
Maximum Annual Family Income
No Income Bar / Not specified
Income Verification Rules
Applicants must submit a valid annual income certificate issued by a competent revenue officer (such as a Tahsildar, Revenue Inspector, or Sub-Divisional Magistrate).
- The certificate must be in the name of the parent/legal guardian.
- Income certificates issued by private employers or self-declarations on plain paper are not accepted.
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.