Chevening Scholarship Programme (UK) 2027-28

About This Scholarship

The Chevening Scholarship is the UK government’s most prestigious global scholarship program. It offers fully funded, one-year Master’s degrees at any UK university for outstanding Pakistani professionals with immense leadership potential. Chevening covers 100% of your university tuition fees, a set monthly living allowance, return economy airfare to the UK, and additional grants to cover essential expenditures. It is not just an academic grant; it is a gateway to an exclusive global alumni network of future leaders and influencers.

Scholarship Benefits & Coverage

• 100% full university tuition fee coverage (MBA programmes capped at £22,000)
• Monthly living allowance of £1,100 to £1,400 to cover accommodation, food, and personal expenses
• Return economy-class international airfare between Pakistan and the UK
• UK student visa application fee reimbursement and local travel top-up allowances
• Arrival and homeward departure allowances to manage relocation setup costs
• Exclusive travel grants and invitations to official Chevening leadership and networking events

Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  Nationality: Citizen of a Chevening-eligible country (Pakistan is eligible).
• 2
  Education: Undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK Upper Second Class 2:1 (typically 3.0+ CGPA or 70%+ in Pakistan).
• 3
  Work Experience: Minimum **2 years** (or 2,800 hours) of work experience (Full-time, Part-time, Internship, or Volunteering all count).
• 4
  Leadership: Must demonstrate strong potential for leadership and influence (Essays are critical).
• 5
  University Offer: Must secure an unconditional offer from at least one of three UK university choices by July 2027.
• 6
  Return Rule: Must return to Pakistan for a minimum of **2 years** after the scholarship ends.

How to Apply – Step by Step

1. 1

   Step 1: Applications usually open in August. Create an account on the Chevening Online Application System (OAS).

2. 2

   Step 2: Write 4 Essays (500 words each) on Leadership, Networking, Study in UK, and Career Plan (These decide your selection).

3. 3

   Step 3: Enter work experience details (calculating exactly 2,800+ hours).

4. 4

   Step 4: Select 3 distinct Master's courses at UK universities.

5. 5

   Step 5: Submit the application (Deadline usually early November).

6. 6

   Step 6: If shortlisted (announced in Feb), attend the interview at the British High Commission in Islamabad/Karachi.

Required Documents

• Academic Transcripts & Degree Certificates
• Two Reference Letters (Academic/Professional)
• Passport / ID Card
• Unconditional Offer Letter from UK University (can be submitted later, by July)
• Short Essays (Leadership, Networking, Career Plan)

Frequently Asked Questions