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K. C. Mahindra Scholarships for Post-Graduate Studies
Interest-free loan scholarship up to ₹10 lakh for top scholars and up to ₹5 lakh for other awardees
- Funder
- K. C. Mahindra Education Trust
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Coverage
- Varies
About this scholarship
The K. C. Mahindra Education Trust has supported more than 1,830 Indian students at leading universities worldwide, and in recent years extended the scheme to postgraduate study within India as well as abroad.
The award is an interest-free loan rather than a grant. A portion may be waived for scholars who perform exceptionally, but you should plan on repaying it.
🗓️ Deadline
Typically closes end of April — check the Trust's current announcement
Award cycles shift year to year. Confirm the current deadline on the official site before you plan around it.
Eligibility
- Indian citizen
- A first-class degree or equivalent from a recognised university
- Admission to a postgraduate programme starting within the Trust's stated window
- Selection is by interview after an initial shortlist
- Open across disciplines
How to apply
- Watch the Trust's site for the annual announcement, as dates move year to year
- Apply online with transcripts, admission evidence and referee details
- Prepare for a personal interview if shortlisted
- Confirm the repayment schedule and any waiver conditions in writing
- Apply early — the Trust assesses against a fixed annual budget
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K. C. Mahindra Scholarships for Post-Graduate Studies: your questions, answered
What does the K. C. Mahindra Scholarships for Post-Graduate Studies cover?
Interest-free loan scholarship up to ₹10 lakh for top scholars and up to ₹5 lakh for other awardees. The K. C. Mahindra Education Trust has supported more than 1,830 Indian students at leading universities worldwide, and in recent years extended the scheme to postgraduate study within India as well as abroad.
Who is eligible for the K. C. Mahindra Scholarships for Post-Graduate Studies?
Core requirements are: Indian citizen; A first-class degree or equivalent from a recognised university; Admission to a postgraduate programme starting within the Trust's stated window; Selection is by interview after an initial shortlist; Open across disciplines. Eligibility rules are set by the funder and can change each cycle, so confirm on the official site before applying.
When is the K. C. Mahindra Scholarships for Post-Graduate Studies deadline?
Typically closes end of April — check the Trust's current announcement. Because award cycles shift year to year, always check the official programme website for the current date.
Is the university placement service really free?
Yes, our service is 100% free. Counselling, university matching, application support and guidance right up to your offer cost you nothing. There are no consultation fees and no agent fees, because we are funded by our university partners. The only cost you take on is the university’s own tuition or semester fees, which you pay directly to the university after you accept your offer.
What exactly do you help with?
Everything from start to finish: understanding your options, shortlisting the right programme, preparing your application and personal statement, submitting to the university, and guiding you through the offer, enrolment and visa paperwork, all with a dedicated counsellor.
Which universities can you place me into?
We place students into a range of UK and international universities, and we shortlist the best-fit options for your grades, budget and goals rather than pushing a single school. On some pages we run dedicated free placement drives for a specific partner university, and we are always adding more partners. Tell us your goals and your counsellor will map out your options.