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Chevening 2009 Programme

The Chevening Scholarship scheme offers exceptional Indian candidates the opportunity to undertake postgraduate study at leading universities in the UK. It is aimed at future leaders, opinion formers and decision-makers.

Annually, the Chevening programme supports around 2000 individuals from across the globe to study in the UK. Up to 100 Indian professionals receive financial assistance for the duration of their studies each year.

The Chevening Scholarship programme seeks to:

  • Give outstanding individuals across the world access to the UK’s leading academic institutions.
  • Enrich developing countries' resources of skilled professional leaders.
  • And ultimately, build ties between the UK and India to work in partnership together on global issues of mutual interest.

For detailed eligibility criteria click here.

For details on the subjects covered in the programme click here.

For details on Gurukul Scholarship for Leadership and Excellence click here.

To read more about what the alumni have to say click here.

To apply online click here.

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