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Rhodes Trust
Rhodes Scholarship for Indian Students
Rhodes Scholarship funds postgraduate study at the University of Oxford. Here's who can apply, what it covers and how Indian students build a strong application.
- Postgraduate study at the University of Oxford
- Full fees
- Applications usually open in June and close in July/August
- Application review
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Who can apply for the Rhodes Scholarship?
Exceptional young Indians (age limits apply) with academic excellence, leadership and service. It covers full fees, a stipend and flights. Applications usually open in June and close in July/August.
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Rhodes Scholarship at a glance
- Provider
- Rhodes Trust
- Level
- Postgraduate study at the University of Oxford
- Covers
- Full fees, a stipend and flights
- Eligibility
- Exceptional young Indians (age limits apply) with academic excellence, leadership and service
- Timeline
- Applications usually open in June and close in July/August
How to apply
Application steps
- 01
Check eligibility
Exceptional young Indians (age limits apply) with academic excellence, leadership and service
- 02
Secure or apply for admission
Most scholarships in the UK need an admission or application in progress.
- 03
Prepare essays and references
The process includes interviews; start building your profile early.
- 04
Submit before the deadline
Applications usually open in June and close in July/August
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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Full fees, a stipend and flights
Applications usually open in June and close in July/August. Check the official page for this year's dates.
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