🇦🇺 Government-Funded Scholarships

1. Australia Awards Scholarships

• Provider: Australian Government (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade)


• Coverage: Full tuition, return airfare, living allowance, health insurance, and more


• Eligibility: Open to Indian nationals pursuing postgraduate studies, including PhDs


• Note: Recipients are expected to return to India upon completion of their studies


• More Info: IDP

2. Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships

• Provider: Australian Government (Department of Education)


• Coverage: Full tuition fee offset and a living stipend (approximately AUD 34,000 per annum)


• Eligibility: Open to domestic and international students enrolled in research degrees


• Application: Directly through participating universities


• More Info: IDP

3. Maitri Scholarships

• Provider: Centre for Australia-India Relations


• Coverage: Supports high-performing Indian scholars in STEM-related PhD programs


• Fields: Advanced manufacturing, critical technology, life sciences, medical technology, critical minerals, and clean energy solutions


• Eligibility: Indian nationals nominated by Australian universities


• More Info: Australia India Centre

4. John Allwright Fellowship (JAF)

• Provider: Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR)


• Coverage: Full funding for PhD and Master's degrees in agriculture-related fields


• Eligibility: Scientists from partner countries engaged in ACIAR research projects


• More Info: IDP

🏛️ University-Specific Scholarships

5. University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships

• Coverage: Full tuition fee offset, living allowance, relocation grant, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)


• Eligibility: Based on academic merit


• More Info: Bright Scholarship

6. University of Sydney International Scholarships

• Coverage: Tuition fees and a stipend for living costs


• Eligibility: Open to high-achieving international postgraduate students


• More Info: Scholarship Roar

7. Monash University Research Scholarships

• Coverage: Tuition fees, living allowance, and relocation support


• Eligibility: Open to international students with outstanding research potential


• More Info: Bright Scholarship

8. University of Adelaide Global Academic Excellence Scholarships

• Coverage: 50% reduction on tuition fees and a stipend of AUD 30,000


• Eligibility: High-achieving international students commencing postgraduate programs


• More Info: Scholars4Dev

9. University of South Australia International Research Tuition Scholarships (IRTS)

• Coverage: Tuition fees for the complete period of the research study


• Eligibility: International students commencing PhD programs


• More Info: Scholarship Roar

10. University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) International PhD Stipend and Fees Scholarship

• Coverage: Full tuition fees and a living stipend for international PhD students


• Eligibility: International students commencing PhD programs in 2025


• More Info: UniSQ

🏭 Industry-Partnered Scholarships

11. Leonardo.Ai & University of Technology Sydney (UTS) PhD Program

• Coverage: Full tuition fees and a stipend (AUD 30,000 top-up for international students)


• Fields: AI research areas like safety, bias, and efficient architecture in generative AI


• Eligibility: International students with a strong background in AI-related fields


• More Info: The Australian

🎓 Additional Opportunities

12. Adelaide Industry PhD Scholarship

• Coverage: Annual stipend of AUD 32,500, OSHC allowance, and relocation allowance


• Eligibility: Domestic and international candidates applying for PhD programs in the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology


• More Info: Scholarship Roar

📌 Tips for Applying

• Start Early: Application deadlines vary; begin preparations at least 6–12 months in advance.


• Research Requirements: Each scholarship has specific eligibility criteria and application procedures.


• Prepare Documents: Common requirements include academic transcripts, research proposals, letters of recommendation, and proof of English proficiency.


• Consult University Advisors: Reach out to prospective universities for guidance on application processes and available scholarships.

If you need assistance with application procedures, document preparation, or finding suitable programs, feel free to ask!