University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship
University of Melbourne · All India
Amount
$39,500 (approx. ₹26.2 Lakh+)
Deadline
31 Oct
Status
Open now
Provider Type
University
Last Verified
2026-27
About the Program
Comprehensive guide for University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship. Get eligibility details, stipend amounts, and registration instructions here.
Benefits & Financial Support
$39,500 (approx. ₹26.2 Lakh+)
The scholarship provides a full tuition fee offset for up to two years for students undertaking a Master's by Research degree or up to four years for students undertaking a doctoral degree. It also includes a living allowance of AUD $39,500 per year (2026 full-time study rate, approximately 2,622,800 INR) for up to two years (Master's) or up to 3.5 years (PhD). A relocation grant of AUD $3,000 (approximately 199,200 INR) is provided for international students moving from outside Australia, or AUD $2,000 (approximately 132,800 INR) for students moving from other Australian states/territories. Additionally, it covers Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership for international students who require a student visa. The total combined value can be up to AUD $135,000 (approximately 8,964,000 INR) depending on the study duration.
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Applicants must have applied for and meet the entry requirements for a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne, or be currently enrolled in a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne.
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Open to both domestic and international students from all nationalities.
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For graduate research courses, typically a four-year Australian Bachelor's degree or its international equivalent with over 75% marks is required. For PhD applicants, an equivalent Master's degree with at least 75% grades is often expected.
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Must have completed a research project that constitutes at least 25% of the final year's coursework at either the undergraduate or master's level.
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Must meet English language proficiency requirements (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson Test of English, Cambridge English Advanced, or having studied a bachelor's degree in the last two years in English).
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Specific school or department requirements may also apply.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
- Education level: Masters, PhD
- Course / stream: Masters, PhD
- Minimum marks: 75%
- Income limit: No income bar
- Category: General, OBC, SC, ST
- Domicile: All India
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- —Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- —Official Academic Transcripts (from all previous degrees)
- —English Language Proficiency Certificate (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, PTE Academic, Cambridge English Advanced), if applicable
- —Research Proposal (as part of the graduate research degree application)
- —Evidence of relevant professional experience or publications (if applicable)
Selection Process
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The scholarships are merit-based and highly competitive, awarded to both domestic and international students
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Eligible applicants are scored and ranked according to their academic achievements in their last completed degree and their research potential in their chosen field of study
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Selection panels consider factors such as relevant professional experience, refereed publications, completion of a degree at the same level as the research course for which the scholarship is sought, and demonstrated research skills and alignment with their proposed research field.
Renewal Policy
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The scholarship is awarded for the standard duration of the graduate research degree: up to two years for a Master's by Research degree and up to 3.5 years for the stipend component and up to four years for the fee offset component of a doctoral degree
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Renewal is subject to the Graduate Research Scholarships Terms & Conditions, and recipients are generally required to maintain satisfactory academic progress
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Scholarship payments are typically processed fortnightly
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If a student is granted a leave of absence, regular scholarship payments will be paused, and the end date of the scholarship will be extended by the duration of the approved leave.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via the official portal. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Choose a Graduate Research Program
Select your desired Master's by Research or PhD program at the University of Melbourne.
- 2Check Eligibility and Requirements
Ensure you meet the admission requirements for your chosen graduate research course, including academic qualifications, research experience, and English language proficiency.
- 3Prepare Documentation
Gather all necessary documents for your graduate research course application, such as your CV, academic transcripts, and research proposal.
- 4Apply for Course Admission
Submit your online application for the graduate research course by the application closing date (the primary deadline for the 2027 intake is 31 October 2026).
- 5Automatic Scholarship Consideration
If you are a new applicant and have applied for a graduate research course by the deadline, you will be automatically considered for the Graduate Research Scholarships. No separate scholarship application is typically required.
- 6Notification
You will usually receive a notification that a scholarship application has been added to your record within ten business days of submitting your course application.
- 7For Deferred or Current Students
If you have accepted a graduate research course offer and deferred commencement, or if you are currently enrolled in a graduate research course and seeking a scholarship, you must submit a separate online application form by October 31 (for consideration in the following year).
- 8Accept Offer and Provide Details
If successful, you must accept your scholarship offer, commence your course, and provide your Australian bank account details via my.unimelb for stipend payments.
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Official Last Date & Timelines
31 October 2026
New applicants are automatically considered for the Graduate Research Scholarship if they apply for a graduate research course by the course's application closing date. For deferred applicants and currently enrolled students seeking a scholarship for the 2027 academic year, the online application deadline is October 31, 2026.
Dates are subject to change per the provider's official notification. Apply well before the closing date.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Is a separate application required for the University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship?
No, generally a separate scholarship application is not required for new applicants. By applying for a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne by the specified deadline, you will be automatically considered for the Graduate Research Scholarships. However, current or deferred students need to submit a separate online application form.
What does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship is comprehensive, covering full tuition fees, providing a living allowance (stipend), a relocation grant for eligible students, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students.
Are international students eligible for this scholarship?
Yes, the University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship is open to both domestic and international students from all countries.
What are the academic requirements to be considered for the scholarship?
Applicants typically need to have completed at least a four-year Australian Bachelor's degree (or its international equivalent) with an academic record of over 75% marks. For PhD applicants, a Master's degree (or equivalent) with at least 75% grades is usually required, along with demonstrated research potential.
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