Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship, UK 2026
Scholarship Amount
About This Scholarship
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC), UK, in partnership with the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India, is offering the Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship, UK 2026. This scholarship is designed for students aspiring to pursue full-time Master’s degree courses commencing from September/October 2026 at a UK University.
The scholarship aims to empower talented and motivated individuals by providing them with the necessary knowledge and skills for sustainable development, thereby supporting their academic journey in the UK.
These scholarships are offered under six significant themes:
• Science and technology for development
• Strengthening health systems and capacity
• Promoting global prosperity
• Strengthening global peace, security and governance
• Strengthening resilience and response to crises
• Access, inclusion and opportunity
Selected candidates will receive comprehensive financial support, including:
• Full tuition fees
• A generous stipend (living allowance) of up to GBP 1,781 per month
• Round-trip airfare
• Warm clothing allowance (if applicable)
• Study travel grant
• Child allowances for widowed, divorced, or single parents (GBP 622 per month for the first child, and GBP 154 per month for the second and third child under 16 years).
Note: If a candidate indicates a disability, the CSC will offer a full assessment of their needs and eligibility for additional financial support.
The selection process for this prestigious scholarship is highly competitive and is based on several crucial factors:
• Academic merit
• Quality of the plan of study
• The potential impact on the development of the candidate's home country
The application deadline for this scholarship is 14 October 2026 (16:00 GMT).
For further inquiries, applicants may reach out to:
• Ministry of Education
• Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon'ble Education Minister
• 302-C, Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi
• Email ID: info@cscuk.org.uk
• Phone Number: (+91 11) 23782698/23782387
For more detailed information, please refer to the official website: cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
• be a citizen or permanent resident of India
• be available to start their academic studies in the UK by September 2026
• not be able to afford to study in the UK without a scholarship
• hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) honours, or a second class degree (2:2), and a relevant postgraduate qualification by September 2026
Note:
• Students from the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) must have an annual family income less than or equal to ₹4,50,000.
• Scholarships are tenable at any approved UK university or higher education institution with which the CSC has a part-funding agreement for a specific programme of study. The full list is available at: 'cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/uk-universities'.
• Candidates who have already been abroad for studies/training/specialisation, either on scholarships or on their own, for a period exceeding six months, are eligible to apply if they have been in India for at least two consecutive years as of 10th September 2025, after returning from abroad.
Required Documents
• Admission letter/proof from a UK university
• A valid passport
• A copy of the CSC OAS application form (PDF format)
• Academic transcripts of all higher education qualifications
• A minimum of two reference letters
Note:-
• Academic transcripts must be translated into English if not in English.
• The reference letters should be in PDF format, signed and on institutional letterhead, or an email clearly showing the sender’s details.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
1. Visit the official website and locate the 'Apply Now' button for the scholarship.
2. If you are a new user, register by providing the required details. If you have an existing account, log in using your credentials (Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
3. After logging in, find and click on the 'Online Application Form' for the Commonwealth Scholarship.
4. Fill in all the required details accurately in the application form.
5. Upload the necessary documents as specified.
6. Review your application thoroughly before submitting it.