Imperial College London - India Future Leaders Scholarship 2026/27
Imperial College London
£10,000 towards tuition fees; 10 awards for 2026/27.
Oxford, Reading, SOAS
Full tuition, living allowance and return airfare at Oxford, Reading or SOAS.
Fully funded
Indian nationals (and some other developing countries) with a first-class degree who cannot fund UK study themselves. Normally under 30. Must hold an offer from the partner university.
Date to be confirmed
Deadlines are set by each university, usually between December and February for entry the following autumn.
How to apply: Separate application
Essays this award asks for:
Most awards also ask for transcripts, ID and an admission offer. Check the official page for the exact list.
Last verified: 13 Oct 2026
Imperial College London
£10,000 towards tuition fees; 10 awards for 2026/27.
University of Oxford
Full course fees (Home and Overseas) plus an annual living-cost grant for full-time scholars; part-time scholars receive a study support grant.
University of Cambridge
Full cost: University Composition Fee + maintenance allowance (£23,152 for 12 months at the 2026-27 rate; pro rata for shorter courses; PhD up to 4 years) + one economy airfare at start and end of course + inbound visa costs and Immigration Health Surcharge. Discretionary extras: academic development funding (£750-£4,000), dependent child allowance, hardship funding. Around 70 awards a year.
University College London (UCL)
£15,000 for one year (paid 50% per year on a 2-year programme); may be held with other awards (UCL must be informed)