Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship 2026-27
Scholarship Amount
About This Scholarship
The Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship 2026-27 is a prestigious opportunity for mid-career professionals in the arts and culture sector. This program is a collaboration between the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office and the Clore Leadership Programme.
It offers an exceptional chance to undertake an individually tailored leadership program within the UK. Selected fellows will benefit from comprehensive financial support covering various expenses.
The fellowship aims to provide a set budget to cover the following for the selected fellows:
• Travels within the UK
• Accommodation in the UK
• Living expenses in the UK
• Course and conference fees
• Training and development costs
• A 4-6 week secondment period at a cultural institution in the UK
• An individually tailored fellowship learning plan, which may include participation in professional development activities such as courses and conferences.
Application Deadline: 7 October 2025.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship 2026-27, applicants must meet specific criteria designed to identify promising cultural leaders.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Be a citizen of India.
• Not hold British or dual-British citizenship.
• Intend to return to India after the completion of their studies/fellowship.
• Possess a good working knowledge of English.
• Hold a degree equivalent to at least a UK second-class honours degree (minimum of 65-70% marks in Indian standard) or have equivalent professional training and/or experience.
• Have completed at least five years of work experience or its equivalent by the end of 2025.
• Work in relevant sectors, including:
• Visual and performing arts
• Museums, libraries, archives, and heritage
• Film and digital media
• Cultural policy and practice
• Have not previously received or currently be receiving financial benefit from an HMG-funded scholarship or fellowship within the past five years.
Important Notes:
• Employees or relatives of employees of the UK government, the British Council, a sponsoring UK university, or a staff member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities are ineligible for this fellowship.
Fellows will be selected based on their merit and strict fulfillment of all stated eligibility criteria.
Required Documents
Applicants for the Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship 2026-27 are required to submit the following documents to support their application:
• Proof of valid Indian citizenship.
• Graduate certificates and marksheets from all relevant academic institutions.
• A comprehensive Work experience/Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing professional background and achievements.
Ensure all documents are clear, accurate, and submitted as per the instructions on the application portal.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates interested in the Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship 2026-27 can apply by following a structured online application process.
Application Steps:
1. Initiate Application: Click on the designated 'Apply Now' button on the official website.
2. Registration/Login:
• If you are a new user, click on the 'Register' button and provide the necessary registration details.
• If you are an existing user, log in using your Gmail, Mobile number, or Email ID.
3. Access Application: Navigate to the 'APPLY TODAY' section and click on it to proceed.
4. Select Options: Choose the appropriate options relevant to your application and then click 'Continue'.
5. Review and Register: Carefully read all the provided information. Fill in any necessary details required for registration and click 'Continue'.
6. Email Verification: Check your inbox for an email verification mail. Complete the questionnaire provided in the email and then click 'Continue'.
7. Obtain Access Code: Follow the necessary steps to receive your unique access code for the application.
8. Access Application Link: Check your inbox again for the official application link and click on it.
9. Gain Application Access: Complete any additional steps required to access your personalized application form.
10. Complete and Submit: Fill in all required details, attach the necessary documents as specified, and finally submit your application before the deadline.
Ensure all information is accurate and documents are correctly uploaded to avoid any delays or issues with your application.