Indian students aspiring to pursue full-time master's degrees in the UK can now apply for the prestigious Commonwealth Masters Scholarship 2025. This program, offered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission, is tailored to begin courses in September/October 2025.

The Commonwealth Masters Scholarship is an excellent opportunity for Indian students aiming to study in the UK.

It covers courses in key areas such as:

• Science and Technology for Development
• Strengthening Health Systems and Capacity
• Promoting Global Prosperity
• Strengthening Global Peace, Security, and Governance
• Strengthening Resilience and Responding to Crises
• Access, Inclusion, and Opportunity

Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must be Indian citizens and permanent residents of India.
A Bachelor's degree with at least 60% marks or a Master's degree with at least 50% marks (as of September 2025) is required.

There is no age limit for applicants.

Candidates must come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, with a family income of less than ₹4.5 lakhs per annum.

Applicants should not have already completed a general or post-graduate degree.

Scholarships are awarded for one-year master's programs only, and MBA courses are excluded. Selection is based on merit.

Application Process:
Interested candidates must apply online through the Sakshat Portal of the Union Ministry of Education and the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission's official website.

Last date to apply: October 15, 2024.

For more details www.education.gov.in and https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships-filter-search/