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UP, United Kingdom Collaborate To Offer Chevening Scholarship To 5 Students Every Year
Last Updated: Chevening Scholarship: To qualify for the scholarship, a student must hold an undergraduate degree suitable for a master's programme in the UK. The United Kingdom and Uttar Pradesh signed the Chevening scholarship agreement on Tuesday, enabling five students each year to study in the UK with a fully funded scholarship. The agreement was signed during a courtesy visit by British High Commissioner to India, Lindy Cameron, to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow. The British High Commissioner expressed confidence in the strengthening relations between the UK and India, mentioning the recently signed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and Vision 35 as catalysts for numerous business opportunities. 'It's wonderful to be here in Lucknow today to sign with the Chief Minister the agreement on the new Chevening scholarships which we're announcing together between the United Kingdom and Uttar Pradesh. This will give the opportunity for five students every year for the next three years to go to the UK on a fully funded scholarship which is part of the fantastic and growing relationship between the United Kingdom and India," the High Commissioner Cameron told ANI after the meeting. Chevening is the UK Government's international scholarships programme, funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and partner organisations, offering individuals the chance to further their education in the UK. To qualify for the scholarship, a student must hold an undergraduate degree suitable for a master's programme in the UK. Applicants must apply to three eligible courses in the UK and receive an unconditional offer from at least one. Once selected, recipients will have their university tuition funded, receive a monthly stipend, a travel allowance to and from the UK, and an arrival allowance. The cost of one visa application will be covered, and a travel grant will be provided to attend Chevening events in the UK. The application process for 2026-27 is currently open and will conclude on October 7. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Loading comments...
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"Nehru Admitted Indus Waters Treaty Brought No Benefit To India": PM Modi
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