What is the Chevening Scholarship?

The Chevening Scholarship 2025 is a fully funded UK government scholarship that offers exceptional professionals from around the world the chance to study a one-year master’s degree at any UK university.

Each year, around 1,500 scholarships are awarded to mid-career professionals from over 160 eligible countries, including Pakistan.

Chevening Scholarship 2025
 Chevening Scholarship 2025


What Does the Scholarship Cover?

Successful applicants receive:

         Full tuition fees at any accredited UK university

         Monthly living allowance

        Round-trip economy airfare to the UK

        UK visa fees

        Arrival and departure allowances

        Access to exclusive Chevening events, networks & internships


Application Timeline (2025 Cycle)

                Applications Open: August 5, 2025

                Applications Close: October 7, 2025

⏳ Deadlines may slightly vary depending on your country.


Who is Eligible?

To apply for Chevening, you must:

        Have a bachelor’s degree equivalent to a UK 2:1 honours

        Have at least two years (2,800 hours) of work experience

        Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country

        Plan to return to your home country for at least 2 years after the scholarship

        Demonstrate leadership potential, career goals, and networking ability

        Apply to three eligible UK master's programs


Application Requirements

Your online application must include:

        Four Chevening essays (leadership, networking, career plans, course choice)

        Two professional references
        
        University admission proof for at least one of your three courses (by July 2026)

        Valid passport and academic documents

💡 Pro Tip: Choose courses that align with your career goals and have a strong development impact.


Why Apply for Chevening?

        Gain world-class education in the UK

        Join a global alumni network of 55,000+ leaders

        Strengthen your career and leadership profile

         Return home to drive real change in your country


Official Website & Application Portal

To apply, visit the official website:

https://www.chevening.org/apply/


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is the Chevening Scholarship fully funded?

Yes, it covers tuition, living expenses, airfare, visa fees, and more.

Can Pakistanis apply for Chevening?

Yes! Pakistani professionals are eligible. Pakistan is one of Chevening’s key partner countries.

Can I apply if I don’t have a job right now?

As long as you have 2 years of total work experience (including internships or volunteer work), you're eligible.

What are the eligible master’s programs?

You can apply to any full-time, one-year taught master’s course at a UK university, provided it starts in autumn 2026 and meets Chevening criteria.

How competitive is it?

Highly! Focus on writing impactful essays, showing clear career goals, and choosing your courses wisely.


Final Tip

The Chevening Scholarship is not just funding — it's a launchpad for future leaders. Prepare early, be honest in your essays, and aim for real-world impact.