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Does the Chevening Scholarship cover costs for me as an Indian student in the UK?

12 Oct 2026 · Answered by Shairal Pathak · 1 min read
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The Chevening Scholarship typically covers tuition fees, flight fare and living expenses, and it is described as fully funded. It is meant for a one-year master's in the UK. Part-time, distance learning and PhD courses are not eligible, so check the course rules before applying.

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Chevening is a fully funded award from the UK government that covers your tuition fee, flight fare and living expenses. It is aimed at academically outstanding students who have shown leadership and want a one-year master's in the UK.

What Chevening Funds and Who Can Use It

AreaDetails
FundingTuition fee, flight fare and living expenses
StatusFully funded
Course typeOne-year master's programme in the UK
Who it suitsAcademically outstanding students with prior leadership skills

Courses That Are Not Eligible

  • Part-time or distance learning courses
  • Courses shorter than 9 months or longer than 12 months
  • PhD or DPhil programmes
  • Taught courses with more than one month of study outside the UK
  • Applications for the 2027-2028 year closed on October 6, 2026, so check the official page for the next cycle.

My Advice

Match your course length and mode against the exclusion list before you invest time in essays. Build your leadership story early, because the award rewards demonstrated leadership and not just grades.

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