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Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarships for Indian Students to Study Abroad

Table of Content

  1. Overview of Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarships
  2. Scholarship Benefits and Funding
  3. Eligibility Criteria
  4. Ineligible Fields of Study
  5. Application Process
  6. Scholarship Duration and Application Timeline
  7. Selection Process

The Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarships provide outstanding young Indian graduates with the opportunity to pursue higher education at top institutions in the United Kingdom, Europe, and the United States. These scholarships aim to support individuals with exceptional talent, character, and motivation, enabling them to grow academically and professionally. The program is designed to offer a life-changing experience that broadens perspectives, enhances skills, and helps scholars become future leaders of change.

Scholarship Benefits and Funding

The Foundation provides financial support of up to USD 100,000 to cover:

  • Tuition fees

  • Living expenses

  • One-way airfare

  • Health allowance

If the total cost of the program exceeds USD 100,000, applicants must provide proof of additional funding sources at the time of application. For doctoral candidates, any additional funding must come from institutional sources rather than personal finances.

Exclusive Institutional Collaborations

Applicants admitted to Imperial College London, Royal College of Art (RCA) London, University of Cambridge (Cambridge Trust), King’s College London, University of St Andrews, University of Edinburgh, and Hertie School in Berlin may receive additional financial support through joint scholarships, which can exceed the USD 100,000 limit.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Be Indian passport holders residing in India at the time of application.

  • Be born on or after 1st January 1995.

  • Hold a degree from a recognized Indian university (final-year students awaiting results are eligible).

  • If holding an undergraduate degree from a foreign institution, the applicant must have lived, worked, or studied in India for at least two years post-graduation.

  • Have secured admission to their chosen course and university before applying for the scholarship.

  • Meet the following academic requirements:

    • 65% (CGPA 6.8/10 or GPA 2.6/4) for Social Sciences, Humanities, Law, Fine Arts, and Architecture.

    • 70% (CGPA 7.2/10 or GPA 3/4) for Mathematics, Sciences, and Environmental Studies.

  • Provide English language certification (if required in the admission offer).

  • Have an admission offer for 2025-26 if applying with a deferred offer.

Ineligible Fields of Study

The scholarship does not support the following disciplines:

  • Business & Finance

  • Computer Science

  • Engineering (except at Imperial College London)

  • Fashion Design

  • Film & Film Animation (except Documentary Filmmaking)

  • Hospitality & Tourism

  • Indian Studies without contemporary relevance

  • Management (MBA)

  • Medicine, Dentistry, and related therapies

  • Music (except Western Classical Singing)

Application Process

  1. Complete the Online Application:

    • Ensure strong internet connectivity.

    • The form cannot be saved—complete it in one sitting.

    • A verification code will be sent to your email during registration.

    • Take screenshots of progress in case of technical issues.

    • Submit before 12:00 PM IST on 31st March 2025.

  2. Required Documents:

    • Passport (valid or renewal receipt)

    • Updated Resume/CV

    • Recent photograph (JPEG or PNG)

    • Admission/Offer letter

    • Official fee statement

    • Proof of additional funding (if required)

    • Academic transcripts and degree certificates

    • Course-related portfolio or writing samples (if applicable)

    • Optional: TOEFL/IELTS/GRE scores, academic achievements, extracurricular records

  3. Financial Documentation:

    • Clearly state tuition fees, health insurance, and other costs.

    • For PhD applicants, mention funding details for all years of study.

    • Attach additional funding proof (bank statements, loan approval letters, scholarships, etc.).

  4. Reference Letters:

    • Two referees (academic for students, professional for working applicants).

    • Letters must be on official letterhead and signed.

    • Referees will receive an email link valid until 7th April 2025 to upload their letters.

Scholarship Duration and Application Timeline

  • The duration of the funded program can range from 9 months to 4 years.

  • Applications for 2025 will open on 14th February 2025 and close on 31st March 2025 (12:00 PM IST).

  • The scholarship must commence within 9 months of being awarded, or it will be forfeited.

Selection Process

Applications are reviewed by an independent selection committee based on past achievements, future potential, and portfolio (for arts and design applicants). The selection process consists of three stages:

  1. Review of Applications

  2. Online Preliminary Interviews

  3. Final In-Person Interview

Applicants who do not receive communication by 30th April 2025 should consider their application unsuccessful.

For further inquiries, contact applications@inlaksfoundation.org. For technical issues, email techsupport@inlaksfoundation.org.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply

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