King’s College London opens £5,000 scholarships for Indian students, applications open till May 2026

Indian postgraduate aspirants can now apply for new Vice-Chancellor’s Awards aimed at reducing study-abroad costs and supporting socially impactful careers.

What happened:
King’s College London has launched the third edition of its Vice-Chancellor’s Awards, offering £5,000 fee reductions to eligible postgraduate students from India beginning courses in September 2026.

Why it matters now:
The scholarships are designed to make UK education more accessible by lowering financial barriers and encouraging Indian students to pursue global research and professional opportunities.

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Key details about the scholarship

• Up to 40 Indian-domiciled postgraduate students will receive awards.

• Each recipient gets £5,000 off tuition fees for full-time, on-campus study.

• The awards target students who show potential to create positive social impact after graduation.

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Eligibility and courses covered

Students must:

• Hold an offer for their first on-campus postgraduate degree at King’s College London starting September 2026.

• Be permanently domiciled in India.

• Demonstrate academic ambition and plans to contribute to society through their skills and knowledge.

Eligible faculties include:

• Arts & Humanities

• Law

• Business

• Life Sciences & Medicine

• Natural & Engineering Sciences

• Social Sciences and Public Policy, among others.

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Application timeline

• Applications for the 2026 awards are open now.

• Deadline: End of May 2026.

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Why this matters for Indian students

King’s College London has emphasised its long-standing academic ties with India and aims to attract talented students who can drive research, innovation and social change after completing their studies abroad.