Scholarships in Uk for Nepali Students
Scholarships in the UK for Nepali Students
The UK has one of the world's most prestigious scholarship ecosystems. The Chevening Scholarship is the flagship program for future leaders from Nepal.
Chevening Scholarship
Master's (1 year)Amount
Full scholarship — tuition + living + airfare
Application Deadline
November each year
Eligibility: Nepali citizens with 2+ years work experience, strong leadership potential, returning to Nepal after
💡 Most prestigious UK government scholarship. 1,500+ awarded globally. Highly competitive from Nepal.
Commonwealth Scholarship
Master's / PhDAmount
Full scholarship — tuition + living + airfare
Application Deadline
December–February (varies)
Eligibility: Nepali citizens, high academic merit, development focus
💡 Funded by UK government for Commonwealth nations including Nepal. For study related to development.
GREAT Scholarship for Nepal
Master'sAmount
£10,000 minimum toward tuition
Application Deadline
Varies by university
Eligibility: Nepali citizens applying to participating UK universities
💡 Supported by the British Council. Universities include U of Edinburgh, Sussex, Manchester, and others.
University Merit Scholarships
Bachelor's / Master'sAmount
£3,000–£10,000/year
Application Deadline
Automatic with application
Eligibility: Academic excellence — typically 80%+ or equivalent
💡 Most Russell Group and post-92 universities offer international scholarships. Apply early.