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Australia Awards / university merit
20–50% of tuition. For high-achieving applicants.
18countries covered
● Updated for 2026–27
At a glance
CountryAustralia
Covers20–50% of tuition
LevelBachelor’s / Master’s
Who can applyHigh-achieving applicants
DeadlineVaries by university
AwardsMany
How to apply
- Check eligibilityDegree, work experience and English test as per the guidelines.
- Shortlist coursesApply to eligible universities first where the scheme needs it.
- Write the essaysLeadership, networking and career-plan essays.
- InterviewShortlisted candidates are interviewed.
FAQ
Questions, answered
Short, honest answers. Ask a counsellor if yours isn’t here.
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Talk to a certified counsellor on WhatsApp.
Ask a counsellorCan Indian students get fully funded scholarships?
Yes: Chevening, Fulbright-Nehru, DAAD and Australia Awards cover tuition, living and flights.
When do applications open?
Most open 9–12 months before the intake; Chevening usually opens in August.
Do I need work experience?
Some do (Chevening asks for 2 years); DAAD and university awards often do not.
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