What is the best way for me to compare Ireland scholarships across universities?
Compare 3 types of sources: the government GOI-IES scholarship on the HEA site, scholarship pages of each Irish university, and the Education in Ireland portal. The 2026 GOI-IES call has closed, so check the HEA page for the next call and its eligibility rules.
To compare Irish scholarships, look at three layers: government awards, university awards and external funders. Compare each by course, level, eligibility, award amount and deadline instead of relying on one website. Verify every opportunity with the university before you plan your budget around it.
Where to compare Irish scholarship options
| Source | What it offers |
|---|---|
| Education in Ireland | National brand portal promoting Irish universities, courses and student information |
| HEA, Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship | For 2026, a EUR 10,000 (approx INR 10.64L) stipend for one year plus a full tuition fee waiver from the host institution, for eligible master's, postgraduate diploma and PhD students; the 2026 call has closed |
| University scholarship pages | Awards listed by each Irish university for international students |
| Irish Universities Association | International students page listing admissions steps and scholarships |
| Indian funders such as J.N. Tata Endowment and Inlaks Foundation | Each has its own eligibility rules, for example the Tata Endowment is open to Indians with an undergraduate degree from a recognised Indian university; read each one |
How to compare scholarships once you find them
- Build one row per award with level, course, eligibility, coverage and deadline.
- Check whether the award is open to Indian citizens at your level of study.
- Note whether it covers tuition only or also gives a stipend.
- Check if you must hold an offer first and whether the award can be combined with others.
- Look at the scholarship pages of each university on your shortlist for merit awards open to international students.
Funding calls are announced by the funder, not by comparison websites. Subscribe to official pages, note when previous rounds opened, and prepare your references and transcripts ahead of time so you can apply as soon as a call appears.
My Advice
The government scholarship round for 2026 has closed, so do not plan around that deadline. Watch the HEA page for the next call, apply early for university awards, and treat third-party lists only as pointers that you confirm with the university.
This information is available on: hea.ie, iua.ie, educationinireland.com, jntataendowment.org, inlaksfoundation.org
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