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Ireland scholarships for Indian students — 2026 intake

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Government Scholarships

Irish government-funded awards for exceptional international students

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University Merit Awards

Academic excellence scholarships from individual Irish universities

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Program Bursaries

Course-specific grants tied to high-demand programs like AI and pharma

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External Grants

Private foundations, industry bodies, and external scholarship programs

🏆 Most Prestigious Award

Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship

The most prestigious scholarship available to Indian students in Ireland. Funded directly by the Irish Government through the Higher Education Authority (HEA), this award covers full tuition fees and provides a living stipend — making it the closest thing to a fully-funded Ireland education.

Competition is intense — typically 60 awards globally per year. But it rewards genuine academic excellence, and a strong application from a top Indian student is competitive.

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Award valueFull tuition + €10,000 stipend
Duration1 academic year (renewable)
Number of awards~60 globally per year
Application deadlineTypically March–April annually
Administrated byHigher Education Authority (HEA)
Separate application?Yes — apply through hea.ie

Eligibility Requirements

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Outstanding academics First class honours or equivalent — typically 70%+ or 7.5+ CGPA from a recognised Indian university.
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Postgraduate applicant Must be applying for a full-time postgraduate (Masters or PhD) program at an Irish HEI.
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Non-EU/EEA national Indian passport holders qualify. You must not hold EU/EEA citizenship or long-term residency.
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Strong research proposal PhD applicants need a detailed research proposal. Masters applicants need an exceptional SOP.
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Apply before the deadline Applications typically open in January and close in March–April. Missing the deadline means waiting a full year.
Don't apply blindly. This scholarship is highly competitive. We assess your realistic chances honestly before you invest time in the application. Book a free session first.
University Awards

Scholarships at every major Irish university

These are automatically considered when you apply — no separate application in most cases. Early applicants get first access.

Trinity College Dublin (TCD)
Up to €5,000

TCD offers the Global Excellence Scholarship for high-achieving international students. Awarded on academic merit — typically 70%+ equivalent. Some programs offer additional program-specific bursaries.

Merit-based Auto-considered Postgraduate
University College Dublin (UCD)
Up to €3,000

UCD Global Scholarships are awarded to high-performing international students across most postgraduate programs. The Smurfit School (Business) offers additional merit awards for MBA and MSc applicants.

Merit-based Auto-considered Multiple programs
University College Cork (UCC)
Up to €4,000

UCC International Merit Scholarships are available for postgraduate students with strong academic records. The Business School and Science Faculty offer the highest scholarship amounts.

Merit-based Science & Business Early apply bonus
University of Galway
Up to €3,500

Galway offers International Excellence Awards for postgraduate students. Strong in data science, engineering and biomedical programs. Known for being generous with awards to Indian applicants.

Merit-based Data & Engineering Auto-considered
Dublin City University (DCU)
Up to €2,000

DCU International Scholarships are available across most programs. DCU is particularly strong for AI, data analytics, and communications programs — scholarship availability is high in these areas.

AI & Data focus Auto-considered Postgraduate
University of Limerick (UL)
Up to €2,500

UL International Merit Awards for postgraduate students. UL is known for its co-op placement programs — graduates often secure employment before course completion. Pharma and engineering are strongest.

Pharma & Engineering Co-op advantage Merit-based
National College of Ireland (NCI)
Up to €2,000

NCI offers fee reductions and bursaries for international students, particularly in data analytics, cybersecurity and cloud computing. NCI is in the heart of Dublin's Silicon Docks.

Cyber & Cloud focus Dublin city campus Early bird bonus
Griffith College Dublin
Up to €1,500

Griffith College offers international student bursaries across business, law, media and design programs. Lower entry requirements make it accessible for students with 55–60% CGPA who still want scholarship support.

Business & Law Accessible entry Bursary
Our Role

How we maximise your scholarship

We don't just send your application — we position it to win. Here's exactly what we do.

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Identify every scholarship you qualify for

We map your profile against every available award — university, government, and external — so you never miss an opportunity you could have won.

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Time your application for maximum award

Most scholarships are first-come, first-served. We plan your application timeline to ensure you apply during the period of maximum scholarship availability.

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Present your profile to win, not just qualify

Your SOP, CV, and application materials are positioned to highlight the qualities scholarship committees reward. We know what works — we've seen 10,000+ applications.

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Apply to multiple universities in parallel

More university applications = more scholarship chances. We run 3–5 applications simultaneously so you compare multiple offers and choose the best total package.

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Negotiate where possible

Some universities allow scholarship negotiation — particularly if you have a competing offer from another institution. We know which universities negotiate and how.

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Combine awards for maximum savings

University merit award + early bird discount + fee waiver for specific programs can stack. We identify every combination available to your profile.

Insider Advice

8 tips to maximise your scholarship chances

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Apply in October–December for September intake

Scholarship budgets are largest at the start of the application cycle. Students who apply in January get the leftovers. Apply early — the difference can be €2,000–€3,000.

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Apply to 4–5 universities, not just 1–2

Each university you apply to is another scholarship chance. Five applications cost you nothing extra — we handle them all. One extra offer could save you €3,000.

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Invest in your Statement of Purpose

Universities use your SOP to decide scholarship amounts, not just admissions. A compelling SOP from a 65% student can outperform a weak SOP from a 75% student. We work on this with you.

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Be specific about your career goals

Scholarship committees reward clarity. "I want to work in data analytics at a Dublin fintech firm" wins over "I want to explore opportunities in technology." Be specific.

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Highlight work experience — it counts

2 years of relevant work experience can substitute for lower academic scores in scholarship decisions. Present it clearly, quantifiably, and in terms of impact.

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Don't ignore smaller universities

Griffith, NCI, and DBS offer smaller scholarships but are more generous per applicant. A €1,500 scholarship from Griffith might come easier than a €3,000 one from TCD.

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Mention competing offers when negotiating

If UCD offers you €2,000 and DCU offers €3,000, tell UCD. Some universities will match or improve their offer to win you. We handle this conversation on your behalf.

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Submit a complete application first time

Incomplete applications go to the bottom of the pile — or get rejected. Every document must be correct, formatted properly, and submitted on time. We check everything before submission.

FAQ

Scholarship questions answered

Still unsure what you qualify for?

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Yes. Multiple scholarships are available — Government of Ireland scholarships, university merit awards, program-specific bursaries, and external grants. 70%+ of GlobalGrad students receive some form of financial aid ranging from €1,000 to full tuition waivers.
Most university merit scholarships require 60%+ or 6.5+ CGPA. The Government of Ireland scholarship requires exceptional academic standing. However, some universities offer scholarships for students with lower academic scores based on other criteria like SOP quality or work experience.
Apply as early as possible — most scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to qualified applicants. For September intake, start your application in October–December. Late applications rarely receive scholarship offers.
For most university scholarships, you are automatically considered when you submit your course application — no separate application is needed. The Government of Ireland scholarship and some external awards require separate applications.
Yes. We know which universities and programs offer the best scholarships for Indian students, when to apply for maximum chance, and how to present your application to maximise your award. 70%+ of our students receive financial aid.
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