£10,000 Scholarship for Indians in the UK Could Make Study Abroad Dreams Come True

UK GREAT Scholarship 2026-27: Indian students planning to pursue a Master’s or Postgraduate (PG) degree in the UK have a golden opportunity. The British Council, in collaboration with the UK Government’s GREAT Britain campaign, has announced the GREAT Scholarship for the academic year 2026-27. The initiative aims to provide financial support to talented Indian students seeking higher education in the UK.

Scholarship Details
A total of 12 scholarships will be awarded to Indian students. Each scholarship is valued at £10,000 (approximately ₹12 lakh), sufficient to cover tuition for a one-year postgraduate course. Eligible courses span Finance, Marketing, Business, Psychology, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Humanities, Arts, Music, and Dance. Four universities are offering the scholarship exclusively for students in Creative and Performing Arts.

Participating Universities
Selected students can pursue courses at any of the following UK institutions:

• Anglia Ruskin University
• Norwich University of the Arts
• Queen’s University Belfast
• Royal College of Art
• Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
• Royal Northern College of Music
• Bristol University
• Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance
• University of Dundee
• University of Reading
• University of Surrey
• UWE Bristol

How to Apply

• Visit the official website of the university where you wish to study.
• Locate the GREAT Scholarship application link and follow the instructions provided.
• Complete the application form carefully, providing all required academic details.
• Application deadlines vary by university.
• Successful applicants will be notified directly and can check their application status online.
• Scholarship funding will be released only after university registration is completed and must be used exclusively for tuition fees.

Conclusion: The GREAT Scholarship provides a significant financial boost, enabling Indian students to pursue world-class postgraduate education in the UK. For those dreaming of studying abroad, this could be the stepping stone to a global academic and professional career.