University of Glasgow Offers £15,000 Scholarship for Indian Students for 2026–27 Intake

The University of Glasgow has announced a £15,000 (approximately INR 18 lakh) scholarship for Indian students applying to postgraduate programmes for the 2026–27 academic year. The scholarship is available for eligible one-year, full-time taught master’s programmes, with applications open until February 23, 2026, for the first round.

According to details published by the university, the scholarship is aimed at strengthening academic collaboration with India and supporting high-achieving Indian students pursuing postgraduate education in the UK.

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Who is eligible for the Glasgow India Scholarship?

Indian applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered:

• Hold Indian nationality and international fee status
• Have an offer of admission for an eligible postgraduate taught programme
• Demonstrate academic excellence, equivalent to a UK First Class Honours degree (typically 70% or above under Indian grading standards)

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The scholarship applies across multiple disciplines, including banking, finance, economics, analytics, human resource management, and other related fields.

Application timeline and selection rounds

The University of Glasgow will conduct the scholarship selection in two rounds:

Applicants must complete the scholarship registration after securing an offer of admission.

What do Indian students study most at Glasgow?

Indian enrolments at the University of Glasgow are spread across academic colleges, with the highest concentration in social sciences and life sciences.

About the University of Glasgow

Founded in 1451, the University of Glasgow is one of the UK’s oldest universities and is currently ranked 79th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2026. The institution offers more than 300 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, along with PhD and MBA options.

Other scholarships at the University of Glasgow

In addition to the £15,000 India scholarship, the university offers several funding options for international students, including:

• World Changers Excellence Scholarship – up to £10,000 for science programmes and £7,000 for social sciences and arts
• World Changers Glasgow Scholarship – automatic £5,000 fee reduction for postgraduate taught students
• Global Leadership Scholarship – competitive £10,000 award for exceptional master’s candidates

Students under the age of 22 may also benefit from free bus travel across Scotland under local transport schemes.

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How to apply?

Eligible students can apply through the university’s official scholarship page after receiving an admission offer. Full details are available on the University of Glasgow website.