Scholarships for Indian students at Oxford University

Can you recommend scholarships for Indian students pursuing a master’s degree at Oxford University? What are the requirements and benefits of these scholarships?

Several prestigious scholarships are available for Indian students who wish to pursue a master’s degree at Oxford University.

  1. Rhodes Scholarship: This scholarship requires Indian citizenship, age between 19 and 25, a high academic record, and demonstrated leadership and character. It covers full tuition fees, a stipend for living expenses, and travel expenses to and from the UK.

  2. Chevening Scholarship: Applicants must be Indian citizens with an undergraduate degree and at least two years of work experience. The scholarship covers full tuition fees, a monthly stipend, travel costs to and from the UK, an arrival allowance, visa costs, and a travel grant for attending Chevening events in the UK.

  3. Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP): This scholarship is for Indian citizens with a strong academic background who have not studied in a high-income country previously. It includes full tuition fees, airfare to and from the UK, a stipend for living expenses, and a thesis grant if applicable.

  4. Oxford and Cambridge Society of India (OCSI) Scholarships: For Indian citizens with a first-class undergraduate degree who are admitted to the University of Oxford. This scholarship offers partial funding (up to INR 400,000) and travel expenses.

Start your application process early to meet all deadlines and gather the necessary documents. Write a compelling personal statement and obtain strong recommendation letters. Securing a scholarship requires meticulous preparation and a strong application. Good luck with your application!