Chevening Scholarship (India – UK Govt Partnered) Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
4 November 2026
Applications open August 2026 for the 2027–28 academic year. Deadline typically early November.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
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.