Srinagar, Sept 06: Here are list of top scholarships this week to study abroad.
Commonwealth PhD Scholarships 2026-27 | Fully Funded
The Commonwealth PhD Scholarships 2026-27, funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), support outstanding students from eligible Commonwealth countries to pursue doctoral studies in the UK. The program aims to build research capacity, promote sustainable development, and foster international collaboration.
Host Country: United Kingdom
Host Institutions: UK Universities
Degree Level: PhD
Duration: 3 years
Funded by: FCDO
Benefits
Full tuition fees and approved airfare
Monthly stipend: £1,452 (or £1,781 in London)
Allowances for family, clothing, and study travel
Financial support for disabled scholars (if applicable)
Mentorship and access to leading UK research facilities
Development Themes
Science and technology for development
Strengthening health systems and capacity
Promoting global prosperity
Peace, security, and governance
Resilience and crisis response
Access, inclusion, and opportunity
Eligibility
Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible Commonwealth country
Available to start study in the UK by September 2026
First degree of at least upper second-class honors or a second-class degree with a Master’s
Not registered for an MPhil/PhD in the UK before September 2026
Unable to afford study in the UK without the scholarship
Submission of all required documents
Application Process
Apply via the CSC online application system
Apply through a nominator (national agency, selected universities, or NGOs)
Nominators set their own deadlines and criteria
Final selection is made by the CSC based on:
Academic merit
Study plan quality
Potential impact on home country development
Deadline: 14 October 2025
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Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2026-27 | 400 Fully Funded Fellowships
The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) 2026-27, established by the Research Grants Council (RGC), offers 400 fully funded fellowships for outstanding international students to pursue doctoral studies at top universities in Hong Kong. The scheme attracts academically brilliant candidates with proven achievements, research potential, communication skills, and leadership qualities.
Host Country: Hong Kong
Degree Level: PhD
Duration: 3 years
Fields of Study: Sciences, Medicine, Engineering & Technology, Humanities, Social Sciences, Business Studies
Participating Universities (8):
CityUHK, HKBU, LU, CUHK, EdUHK, PolyU, HKUST, HKU
Benefits
Annual stipend: HK$340,800 (~US$43,690) for up to 3 years
Annual travel/conference allowance: HK$14,200 (~US$1,820)
Additional university support if PhD exceeds 3 years
No prior work experience required
Eligibility
New full-time PhD students from any nationality
Medium of prior education must be English (otherwise, English proficiency proof required)
Must apply to one of the 8 participating universities
Candidates already in PhD programs may apply only if admitted to a new full-time PhD
Application Process
Submit initial application via the HKPFS Electronic System (HKPFSES) to obtain a reference number.
Apply separately to up to 2 universities/programs, including the reference number in the university application.
Applications without the HKPFSES reference number will not be considered for the fellowship.
Each university sets its own admission deadlines—apply early.
Deadline: 1 December 2025 (11:59 pm, Hong Kong Time)
