What are the eligibility criteria for the Chevening Scholarship to pursue a one-year master's degree in the UK?
Yes, as an Indian citizen you're eligible for Chevening if you hold a bachelor's degree qualifying you for a UK master's, have at least 2 years (2,800 hours) of work experience after graduating, apply to 3 eligible one-year courses, and commit to returning to India for 2 years after.
Yes, as an Indian citizen you can apply for Chevening if you meet a specific set of requirements around your degree, work experience, and course choices. Meeting these criteria makes you eligible to apply, though selection also weighs other qualities beyond the baseline requirements.
Chevening Eligibility Requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | Indian citizen, since India is a Chevening-eligible country |
| Undergraduate degree | Completed at least 2 years before the deadline; must qualify you for a UK master's |
| Work experience | At least 2 years, or 2,800 hours, after your undergraduate degree (full-time, part-time, voluntary, or internships count) |
| Course applications | 3 eligible UK master's courses, full-time and taught, 9 to 12 months long |
| Offer deadline | Unconditional offer from at least one course by the stated deadline (8 July 2027 for the 2027-28 cycle) |
| Return commitment | Return to India for at least 2 years after the scholarship ends |
Points That Aren't Barriers
- No age limit: you can apply at any age once you meet the other criteria.
- Already have a master's? That's not disqualifying; you can still apply.
- Selection goes beyond eligibility: Chevening also assesses leadership, networking, and your career plans, so meeting the criteria alone doesn't guarantee selection.
My Advice
Document your internships and voluntary work carefully toward the 2,800-hour threshold, since many applicants under-count eligible experience by only counting formal full-time jobs. Start your three course applications early enough that you can realistically secure an unconditional offer well before the July deadline.
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