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Aga Khan Foundation
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship for Indian Students
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship funds postgraduate study (master's preferred). Here's who can apply, what it covers and how Indian students build a strong application.
- Postgraduate study
- 50% grant and 50% loan of tuition and living costs
- Applications usually run January–March
- Application review
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Who can apply for the Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship?
Outstanding students from select developing countries, including India, with financial need. It covers 50% grant and 50% loan of tuition and living costs. Applications usually run January–March.
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Official sources: Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship — official page
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship at a glance
- Provider
- Aga Khan Foundation
- Level
- Postgraduate study (master's preferred)
- Covers
- 50% grant and 50% loan of tuition and living costs
- Eligibility
- Outstanding students from select developing countries, including India, with financial need
- Timeline
- Applications usually run January–March
How to apply
Application steps
- 01
Check eligibility
Outstanding students from select developing countries, including India, with financial need
- 02
Secure or apply for admission
Most scholarships abroad need an admission or application in progress.
- 03
Prepare essays and references
Apply through the Aga Khan Foundation office for India.
- 04
Submit before the deadline
Applications usually run January–March
Tips
Making your application stronger
Be specific
Show concrete achievements with numbers.
Link to impact
Explain how the study benefits your career and community in India.
Have a funding plan B
Line up an education loan in parallel in case the award is partial.
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50% grant and 50% loan of tuition and living costs
Applications usually run January–March. Check the official page for this year's dates.
Outstanding students from select developing countries, including India, with financial need
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