Imperial College President's PhD Scholarships
Imperial College London · All India
Amount
£26,500 (approx. ₹36.5 Lakh+)
Deadline
31 Oct
Status
Open now
Provider Type
University
Last Verified
2026-27
About the Program
Comprehensive guide for Imperial College President's PhD Scholarships. Get eligibility details, stipend amounts, and registration instructions here.
Benefits & Financial Support
£26,500 (approx. ₹36.5 Lakh+)
The scholarship is fully funded, covering full tuition fees for the 3.5-year PhD program. It includes a stipend of £26,500 (2026-27 rate) per annum to assist with living costs, which is approximately 3,392,000 INR annually (using an exchange rate of 1 GBP = 128 INR). Additionally, a consumables fund of £2,000 per annum (approximately 256,000 INR) is provided for the first 3 years of study. The scholarship also offers tailored assistance for students with disabilities, visa support for international students, free English Language Courses for international students, and access to a program of bespoke opportunities and events delivered by the Early Career Researcher Institute (ECRI).
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Academic Achievement:Must be a high-achieving undergraduate or Master's student. Hold or expect to receive a first-class UK undergraduate degree or its equivalent. Candidates with a standalone Master's qualification must have achieved (or be about to achieve) a distinction. If holding multiple standalone Master's degrees, distinction in the one most relevant to the proposed PhD is required.
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Research Potential:Demonstrate excellent academic performance and promising research potential.
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Supervisor:Must have made contact with a supervisor in an academic department at Imperial College London who has agreed to supervise the research project. Each supervisor is limited to supervising one scholar at any given time.
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New Applicants:The scheme is only open to new PhD applications. Current registered Imperial PhD students are not eligible.
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Nationality:Applications are accepted from talented candidates from Imperial College London, the UK, and worldwide, with no restrictions on nationality.
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Study Mode:The scholarship applies to both full-time and part-time study.
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English Language:International applicants must meet Imperial College's English language requirements, typically demonstrated through IELTS or TOEFL.
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Start Dates:Eligible funded start dates for the 2026-27 academic year range from 1 August to 1 November 2026.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
- Education level: PhD
- Course / stream: PhD
- Income limit: No income bar
- Category: General, OBC, SC, ST
- Domicile: All India
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- —Online application for admission to Imperial College London
- —Two-page personal statement (Page 1: motivations for applying to Imperial and the scholarship, and any other supporting information; Page 2: detailed research proposal. A more detailed research proposal may be required by the department.)
- —Academic Transcripts (undergraduate and Master's, if applicable)
- —Two Academic References (excluding the proposed PhD supervisor)
- —Proof of Academic Excellence (e.g., class ranking, awards, distinctions, proof of distinction)
- —Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- —English Language Proficiency Certificate (for international applicants, if applicable)
Selection Process
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The selection process is highly competitive and merit-based, not considering financial need. There are approximately 50 scholarships available.
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Candidates are assessed by the Faculties and a College Selection Panel based on two main criteria:
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Academic Excellence:Demonstrated by past academic results, transcripts, relative class position, awards, and distinctions.
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Research Potential:Demonstrated by the candidate's research experience to date, their interest in discovery, the quality and potential contribution of their research plan/proposal, and performance at an interview (which is also reflected in the departmental statement).
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The selection process involves two stages:
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Departmental Review:Candidates meeting or predicted to meet the eligibility criteria are reviewed by the department to which they have applied. Departments select a shortlist of candidates to present to the College Selection Panel.
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College Selection Panel:The final decision is made by a panel comprising the Vice-Provost (Research), the Director of the Graduate School, and the Faculty Vice-Deans for Research.
Renewal Policy
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The scholarship provides comprehensive financial support for the entire 3.5-year duration of the PhD program
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Renewal for subsequent years is contingent upon satisfactory academic progress and adherence to the program's requirements.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via the official portal. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Identify a Supervisor
Before applying, you must contact and secure agreement from a potential academic supervisor in an Imperial College London department who is willing to oversee your research project.
- 2Prepare Documents
Gather all necessary application documents, including your two-page personal statement (incorporating your research proposal), academic transcripts, and contact details for two academic referees (who are not your proposed PhD supervisor).
- 3Submit Online Application for Admission
There is no separate scholarship application form. You must submit your application for admission to study a PhD at Imperial College London through their online admissions system.
- 4Select Scholarship Option
Within the 'funding' section of the 'additional questions' tab in the online application form, ensure you select the option to be considered for the President's PhD Scholarship scheme.
- 5Departmental and College Review
Your application will first be reviewed by your chosen department for academic merit and research potential. If shortlisted by the department, your application will then be forwarded to the College Selection Panel for a final decision.
- 6Notification
Successful candidates will receive written confirmation of their scholarship offer.
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Official Last Date & Timelines
31 October 2026
The application deadlines for the 2026/2027 academic intake for the Imperial College President's PhD Scholarships have passed. The deadlines were November 3, 2025, January 12, 2026, and March 2, 2026. Deadlines for the 2027/2028 academic intake have not yet been announced.
Dates are subject to change per the provider's official notification. Apply well before the closing date.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Is there a separate application form for the President's PhD Scholarship?
No, there is no separate scholarship application form. You apply for the scholarship by selecting the 'President's PhD Scholarship' option in the funding section of the additional questions tab when submitting your PhD admission application through Imperial College London's online admissions system.
Do I need to secure a supervisor before applying for the scholarship?
Yes, it is a mandatory requirement to have made contact with and secured an agreement from a potential academic supervisor in an Imperial College London department who is willing to supervise your research project before you submit your application.
What does the scholarship cover besides tuition fees?
In addition to full tuition fee coverage, the scholarship provides a generous annual stipend of £26,500 (approximately 3,392,000 INR) for living costs, a consumables fund of £2,000 (approximately 256,000 INR) per year for the first three years, and access to various support services including tailored assistance for disabled students, visa support for international students, and opportunities from the Early Career Researcher Institute.
Are there any nationality restrictions for this scholarship?
No, there are no restrictions on nationality. Imperial College London accepts applications from talented candidates from the UK and worldwide for the President's PhD Scholarships.
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