Are there many applicants for the prestigious Chevening scholarship and how many actually get it?

Yes, the Chevening Scholarship is extremely competitive.

- Global acceptance rate: 2 - 3% (about 1,800 scholarships from over 50,000 applications each year)
- India acceptance rate: 0.6 - 0.9% (about 30 - 35 awards from 4,000 - 5,000 applicants)

Competition is especially intense in India. To improve your chances, ensure your application clearly shows leadership potential, strong career goals, and alignment with Chevening’s values.