British Council Commonwealth Scholarship 2026-27 : britishcouncil.in

Organisation : British Council
Scholarship Name : Commonwealth Scholarship 2026-27
Applicable For : Undergraduate Honours Degree Holders
Applicable Countries : Commonwealth Countries
Last Date : 09th December 2025
Website : https://www.britishcouncil.in/study-uk/scholarships/commonwealth-scholarships

What is British Council Commonwealth Scholarship?

Commonwealth Scholarships are aimed at students from across the Commonwealth who would not otherwise be able to afford to study in the UK. By funding postgraduate studies in a range of different study formats, the scheme helps to support future innovators and leaders. Applications for Commonwealth Shared Scholarships for academic year 2026-27 are now Open. Last Date of application is 09th December 2025.

Who Can Apply For British Council Commonwealth Scholarship?

** To apply for a Commonwealth Scholarship, you must be a citizen or permanent resident of a Commonwealth country. You will still be eligible if you are a refugee or British protected person.
** You need to have an undergraduate honours degree of at least upper second class (2:1). If you wish to study a PhD, you will need an appropriate master’s degree too.
** Finally, you must be unable to afford to study in the UK without the scholarship. The eligibility criteria for each type of scholarship and fellowship vary. More information is available on the CSC website .

Types of British Council Commonwealth Scholarship

The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) offers:
** Commonwealth PhD Scholarships (for least developed countries and fragile states)
** Commonwealth Split-site Scholarships (for low and middle income countries)
** Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships
** Commonwealth Shared Scholarships
** Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships
** Commonwealth PhD Scholarships (for high income countries)
** Commonwealth Professional Fellowships
** Commonwealth Startup Fellowships

CSC Development Themes:
All Commonwealth Scholarships are offered under six CSC development themes.

** Science and technology for development
** Strengthening health systems and capacity
** Promoting global prosperity
** Strengthening global peace, security and governance
** Strengthening resilience and response to crises
** Access, inclusion and opportunity

There is no restriction on what you can study but the CSC gives priority to applicants whose studies are most relevant to their development criteria. Most scholarships are fully funded which means that, as well as covering your tuition fees, you will also receive your airfare to and from the UK and a living allowance to support you while you are here.

How To Apply For British Council Commonwealth Scholarship?

Applications for Commonwealth Shared Scholarships for academic year 2026-27 are now Open. Depending on which scholarship you are applying for, you may need to apply through a National Nominating Agency, a university, or a Non-Governmental Organisation

Apply Here : https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships-filter-search/

What is the Last Date of British Council Commonwealth Scholarship?

Last Date of British Council Commonwealth Scholarship is 09th December 2025.