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Are there government scholarships available with deadlines and intake-wise criteria in Australia for a Master's/Postgraduate?

03 Jul 2026 · Answered by Swastika Ghosh · 1 min read
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Yes, there are government scholarships available for international students, including those from India, with specific deadlines and intake-wise criteria. Key examples:

United Kingdom:
- Chevening Scholarships: Full support for a one-year master's. Typical application window: 5 Aug - 7 Oct (subject to change).
- Commonwealth Master's Scholarships: For students from Commonwealth countries; deadline usually 31 May.
- Vice Chancellor's South Asia Postgraduate Scholarship (University of Dundee): £6,500 for South Asian postgraduates; Jan intake deadline: 31 Jan.

Australia:
- Australia Awards Scholarships: Open to Indian students; applications typically 1 Feb - 30 Apr for the following year.
- New Colombo Plan (NCP) Scholarships: For Indo-Pacific region studies; applications usually open 1 Feb.

Deadlines and criteria are subject to change each year. For personalized guidance on scholarship options and timelines, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.

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