The Charles Wallace India Trust Scholarships offers funding opportunities to Indians in the early to middle stages of their careers who are working/studying in arts, humanities or heritage conservation. These grants allow them to achieve academic, artistic, and professional ambitions by building connections while studying in the UK.
There are various categories of grants given by CWIT. These include long term scholarships, visiting fellowships in certain subjects, grants for short research and professional visits, and grants for doctoral study.
A few grants are offered to Indian students who are in the final stages of their doctorates at universities in the UK.
Around 10-15 scholars receive grants of GBP 1400 to cover the costs of short research or professional visits. These grants are generally sufficient for up to three weeks. Those who are planning to stay longer in the UK need to supplement CWIT’s grant from other sources, like the Indian Council for Historical Research’s grant.
Upto 10 long-term grants are awarded annually to mid-career practitioners who wish to study or gain more exposure. The awards cover accommodation and living costs in the UK, fees and a contribution to international fares, and generally last from 2-3 months to a year. CWIT grants do not support two-year courses.
CWIT provides 10 fellowships to qualified translators, writers, and academicians who wish to spend 2-3 months at a particular host university. Fellows have to contribute to the host institution’s requirements by presenting one’s research or leading a seminar.
Scholarship Type | Awards |
Offered by | Trust |
Organization | British Council of India |
Application Deadline | N/A |
Number of Scholarships | N/A |
Amount | Variable Amount |
Renewability | One Time Payment |
International Student Eligible | Yes |
Scholarship Website Link | https://www.britishcouncil.in/study-uk/scholarships/charles-wallace-india-trust-scholarships |
A few eligibility guidelines are common for all Common Wallace India Trust Scholarships, grants and fellowships, however, there are some that might vary. The section below discusses various eligibility criteria established by CWIT.
CWIT grant applicants must fulfill the following criteria:
In addition to the common criteria listed above, candidates must also fulfil the specific eligibility criteria for their chosen grant.
Grant Name | Age Band | Other Requirement (s) |
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Grants for Doctoral Studies | 25-38 years | return to India on completion of course |
Short Research & Professional Visiting | 25-45 years | Proficiency in English; Completion of studies or 4+ years of experience; Project proposal |
Long Term Grants | 25-38 years | Degree/diploma in a specialised course; Work experience (preferred) |
Visiting Fellowships | 25-45 years | Completion of studies or 4+ years of work experience; Project proposal |
The application process varies for all the Common Wallace India Trust Scholarships:
The following documents are to be provided with the application:
There is a selection committee for each grant/fellowship and they evaluate the respective applications. Shortlisted students are invited for an interview, upon which the committee makes its final decision.
The Charles Wallace India Trust covers the following fields of study:
The eligibility, application and selection guidelines vary for each Charles Wallace India Trust Scholarships.