Commonwealth Master's Scholarship (UK)
About the Program
The Commonwealth Master's Scholarship is a fully funded programme offered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC), UK, for students from low- and middle-income Commonwealth countries including India. It covers one-year taught Master's programmes at UK universities. Indian students must be nominated by the Indian Ministry of Education via the SAKSHAT portal, making it a two-step application process.
Benefits & Financial Support
Fully funded: tuition fees, monthly stipend (~£1,330/mo in London; £1,000/mo elsewhere), return economy airfare, arrival allowance, and warm clothing allowance.
Inclusions
100% tuition fees, monthly living allowance, return international flights, study travel grants, and warm clothing allowance.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Postgraduate
Must be enrolled in relevant courses. Minimum 60% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Important Note
Must hold a first degree of at least upper second-class (2:1/60%+) honours. Cannot afford to study in the UK without scholarship.
Selection Process
Based on academic merit, study plan, and impact on home country development.
Renewal Policy
Subject to continuous registration and academic progress reports.
Application Process
- 1
Secure admission offer at a UK university.
- 2
Register on CSC online application portal.
- 3
Select your nominating agency (e.g. Ministry of Education in India).
- 4
Fill personal, financial, and essay sections.
- 5
Submit.
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
15 October 2026
Indian applicants must apply through the Indian government's SAKSHAT portal (nominated by Ministry of Education) and the CSC OAS portal. Opens ~March–April 2026 for 2027 entry.
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.How do Indian students apply for the Commonwealth Master's Scholarship?
Indian applicants must apply through two portals: the Indian government's SAKSHAT portal for the MoE nomination, AND the CSC Online Application System (OAS). Both are required.
Q.Is MBA eligible for Commonwealth Scholarship?
No. MBA programmes are explicitly excluded. The scholarship is for one-year taught Master's degrees only.
Q.What is the income requirement for Commonwealth Scholarship?
Applicants must demonstrate they are unable to fund their own studies abroad — a financial declaration is required, but there is no fixed income cap.
Q.When does the Commonwealth Scholarship open for Indian students?
Applications typically open March–April each year. The MoE nomination window and the CSC OAS window must both be completed before the October deadline.
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