- Eligibility Checklist
- Application Timeline 2025-28
- Step-by-Step Online Application
- Selection Stages & Tips
- FAQs
Scheme Snapshot
उत्तर प्रदेश कैबिनेट ने Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee–Chevening Scholarship लॉन्च की है-UK सरकार के Chevening Programme के साथ 50-50 फंडिंग मॉडल पर[114].
• Seats: सिर्फ 5 प्रति वर्ष (2025-26 to 2027-28)।
• Course: UK की टॉप यूनिवर्सिटीज़ में 1-Year Taught Master’s (ANY discipline).
• Funding: UP Govt ≈ ₹23 लाख / Scholar; बाकी खर्च UK FCDO देगा.
Full Benefit Breakdown (₹23 Lakh+)
| Component | Amount (₹ Approx.) | Funded By |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition + Exam Fee | 18 लाख | UK FCDO |
| Living Allowance (GBP £1,300/Month) | 12 लाख | UP Govt |
| Return Airfare | 1.2 लाख | UP Govt |
| Visa & NHS Surcharge | 0.6 लाख | UK FCDO |
| Research / Thesis Grant | 0.5 लाख | UP Govt |
| Warm-Clothing Allowance | 0.3 लाख | UK FCDO |
| Total Package | ~₹32.6 लाख | Joint |
Eligibility Checklist
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Domicile | Permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh |
| Academics | Bachelor’s degree with ≥ 60 % (or 3.0/4.0 GPA) |
| Work-Experience | Minimum 2 Years post-graduation (full-time) |
| Age Limit | ≤ 35 Years on 1 July 2025 |
| English Proficiency | IELTS ≥ 7.0 OR equivalent |
| Bond | Serve UP/India for 2 years post-study (light bond) |
Tip: Research/teaching assistantships भी Work-Ex में गिने जाते हैं-certificate रखें!
Application Timeline 2025-28
| Stage | 2025-26 Intake | 2026-27 Intake |
|---|---|---|
| Online Portal Opens | 1 Sep 2025 | Aug 2026 |
| Last Date | 31 Oct 2025 | Oct 2026 |
| Shortlist Announcement | Dec 2025 | Dec 2026 |
| Interviews (Lucknow) | Jan 2026 | Jan 2027 |
| Final List + Offer | Feb 2026 | Feb 2027 |
| UK Enrolment | Sep 2026 | Sep 2027 |
Step-by-Step Online Application
- Chevening.org पर Account बनाएँ; Country = India, Award = “Atal Bihari Vajpayee–Chevening Scholarship – Uttar Pradesh”.
- Academic & Employment सेक्शन भरें; CV PDF अपलोड करें.
- Leadership & Impact Essays (3×500 words) लिखें-UP focus दें (rural health, agri-tech, etc.).
- दो UK Master’s कोर्स चुनें-Offer letters March तक चाहिए.
- UP Govt e-Portal (up.gov.in/chevening) पर Domicile, Income-Tax Return & Employment Proof अपलोड कर Chevening App ID लिंक करें.
- Submit → Confirmation Email रखें.
Selection Stages & Tips
| Stage | Weight | Ninja Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Academic & Work-Ex Score | 30 % | Highlight UP-centric projects |
| Leadership Essay | 30 % | Use measurable impact stats |
| Panel Interview | 25 % | Prepare 2-min Hindi + English pitch |
| UK Course Fit | 15 % | Align with UP development goals |
Panel often asks “How will your UK degree benefit UP?”-keep a 3-point roadmap ready.
FAQs
Q. क्या सरकारी कर्मचारी apply कर सकते हैं?
• हाँ, लेकिन NOC अनिवार्य है और study-leave सैद्धांतिक स्वीकृति साथ लगानी होगी.
Q. Bond breach penalty कितना है?
• Pro-rata; कुल UP contribution (~₹23 लाख) + 8 % interest.
Q. IELTS result Pending है-form भर सकता हूँ?
• Yes, but proof of test booking upload करें; score 15 Jan 2026 तक जमा करना होगा.
