Scholarships: Fully funded Dr. Manmohan Singh Scholarships 2012, apply now

The Dr. Manmohan Singh Scholarships will enable academically outstanding Indian students to go to St. John’s College, University of Cambridge to study for doctoral degrees in subjects like science and technology, economics and social sciences.

Applications in aerospace engineering and energy studies will be of particular interest.

The last date to apply is December 31, 2011. Apply for the scholarship on the prescribed format and submit it to the British Council.

The applicant should be an Indian national with a valid Indian passport and currently based in India, below 35 years  of age as on December 31, 2011, not already had significant exposure to UK education or received UK government funding, should hold a Master’s (postgraduate) degree from a reputed/recognised  India university/institution with a First Class award (UG and PG) in the relevant subject/field among other criterion.

The scholarships are fully funded and will cover academic fees, international airfare, monthly stipend to cover living expenses and UK Visa.