Indian students can study in These top countries without spending a rupee- Here’s how

Pursuing higher education abroad is a dream for many Indian students, offering to explore diverse cultures and advanced learning environments. However, the financial burden can be a significant hurdle. To assist, numerous fully funded scholarships are available, covering expenses such as tuition, living costs, airfare, and health insurance. Here are some of the top scholarships Indian students can consider.  

1. Fulbright-Nehru Master’s Fellowship (USA) 

• overview: funded by the U.S. government, this fellowship supports outstanding Indian students pursuing a master’s degree in the U.S.
• coverage: Tuition, living expenses, airfare, and health insurance. 
• eligibility: Indian citizens with a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of professional work experience. 

2. Chevening scholarships (UK) 

• Overview: A UK government-funded program offering full financial support for a one-year master’s degree at any UK university.
• Coverage: tuition, travel, accommodation, and living expenses. 
• Eligibility: Indian citizens with a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of work experience. 

3. Commonwealth scholarship and fellowship (UK)

• overview: awarded to students from commonwealth nations, including India, to study in the UK. 
• Coverage: tuition fees, airfare, and living expenses. 
• eligibility: Indian citizens with a bachelor’s degree minimum of 60% marks. 

4. Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (Europe) 

• Overview: provides funding for Indian students to pursue joint master’s programs across multiple European countries. 
• Coverage: tuition, travel, and living costs.
• Eligibility: Indian students with a bachelor’s degree.

5. DAAD Scholarship (Germany)

• Overview: Funded by the German Academic Exchange Service, this scholarship supports Indian students for master’s and PhD programs.
• coverage: Tuition, travel, and monthly stipends.
• Eligibility: Indian graduates with a bachelor’s degree. 

6. Australia Awards scholarship: 

• Overview: Funded by the Australian government for Indian students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degrees.
• Coverage: Tuition, travel, living expenses, and health insurance. 
• Eligibility: Indian citizens with a bachelor's degree.

7. Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship (Canada) 

• Overview: designated for doctoral students with exceptional academic achievements. 
• Coverage: CAD 50,000 per year for three years. 
• Eligibility: Indian students pursuing a PhD. 

8. Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship ( Switzerland) 

• Overview: Provides Indian students with funding for research and postgraduate studies in Switzerland.
• Coverage: Tuition fees, housing, and living expenses. 
• Eligibility: Indian graduates with a bachelor’s degree.

9. Japan MEXT Scholarship (Japan) 

• Overview: Offered by the Japanese government for undergraduate, master’s, and PhD students from India.
• Coverage: tuition, monthly stipends, and airfare. 
• Eligibility: Indian students meeting specific academic criteria. 

10. New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships (New Zealand) 

• Overview: Supports Indian students pursuing postgraduate studies in New Zealand.
• Coverage: Tuition, travel, living allowance, and health insurance.
• Eligibility: Indian citizens with a bachelor's degree.

These scholarships provide Indian Students with the opportunity to study at prestigious institutions worldwide without the burden of financial constraints. Prospective applicants should carefully review the eligibility criteria and application deadlines for each scholarship to enhance their chances of success.