Australia scholarships for Indian students: 2027 guide
Amounts and dates last reviewed on 1 November 2026.
Most money comes from the university as a tuition discount, often awarded automatically with your offer. Government awards are rare. Plan on a discount and treat anything bigger as a bonus.
Australia scholarships Indian students can apply for
Rupee figures first, local amount underneath. Rates used: (ECB reference rates, 9 October 2026). Rates move daily, so treat rupee figures as a guide.
University of Sydney
Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Program
Two full-tuition awards, ten of A$20,000 and sixteen of A$10,000 each year
Competitive
₹6.8 lakh to ₹13.5 lakhA$10,000 to A$20,000 for most awards (two go to full tuition)
What it covers
Tuition support for a coursework degree
28 awards a year from a A$500,000 pool
Who can get it
Indian citizen living in India
International student (not an Australian citizen or permanent resident)
An offer for a University of Sydney coursework degree
Not previously held a University of Sydney India scholarship
When to apply for 2027: The 2026 round opened on 1 April and closed on 24 May. Expect a similar window for 2027 entry, and confirm the dates when the round opens.
Kompass view: Only 28 awards go to all of India, so apply for the discounts below as well. The large awards are about a handful of students, the A$10,000 ones are the realistic target for strong profiles.
UNSW Sydney
UNSW International Student Award
20% off tuition fees for every year of the programme
Most students can get this
What it covers
20% tuition reduction for the full programme
Can be combined with other international scholarships
Who can get it
Open to all Indian students
Undergraduate, postgraduate and UNSW College diploma programmes
Students starting in 2026 or 2027
When to apply for 2027: Apply as early as possible. Places are limited and the university does not state a fixed deadline.
Kompass view: One of the easier awards to get from an Australian university. Because it stacks with others, check what else you can add on top.
UNSW Sydney
UNSW International Scientia Coursework Scholarship
Full tuition, or a contribution of A$20,000 a year towards tuition
Very competitive
₹13.5 lakhA$20,000 a year, or full tuition
What it covers
Full tuition fees or a A$20,000 yearly contribution
Who can get it
Academic merit, leadership and extra-curricular activities
Personal motivation to study at UNSW
Undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programmes
When to apply for 2027: Check the UNSW scholarships page for the round that matches your start date.
Kompass view: A prestige award for exceptional applicants. Worth applying for if your profile is strong, but not a plan to rely on.
UNSW Sydney
UNSW Australia's Global University Award
A$10,000 for one year
Realistic for strong profiles
₹6.8 lakhA$10,000 one-off, for one year
What it covers
A$10,000 payment for one year
Who can get it
Outstanding academic merit
Considered automatically when you apply to UNSW
Undergraduate and postgraduate programmes
When to apply for 2027: No separate application. Apply for your course early, because places are limited.
Kompass view: You do not apply separately, so a strong application and early submission is all you can do.
University of Queensland
UQ International Excellence Scholarship
25% off tuition for the length of the programme
Realistic for strong profiles
What it covers
25% tuition fee reduction for the whole programme
Who can get it
International students starting in 2027
Undergraduate or postgraduate coursework
Considered automatically when you apply
When to apply for 2027: No separate application. It is decided with your offer.
Kompass view: A strong award that needs no extra form. Marks decide it, so your admission application is your scholarship application.
University of Queensland
UQ International High Achievers Scholarship
20% off tuition for the length of the programme
Most students can get this
What it covers
20% tuition fee reduction for the whole programme
Who can get it
Offer holders with a competitive score, as set by UQ
Considered automatically, with no separate application
When to apply for 2027: Decided with your offer letter.
Kompass view: UQ also runs a Faculty International Scholarship for students who miss the merit awards, so a lower score can still earn something.
University of Western Australia
UWA Global Excellence Scholarship
10% or 20% off tuition, based on your marks
Most students can get this
What it covers
Undergraduate: 10% at ATAR 85 and 20% at ATAR 90
Postgraduate: 10% at a WAM of 65 and 20% at a WAM of 75
Applies for the normal full-time length of the course
Who can get it
Open to students from all countries with a 2027 offer
Indian qualifications are assessed individually against these scores
Cannot be combined with other UWA fee reductions or awards
When to apply for 2027: Awarded automatically after your final transcripts are assessed. No separate form.
Kompass view: UWA converts your marks to its own ATAR or WAM scale. Ask us to estimate where you would fall before you apply.
University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne international scholarships
Merit awards for high-performing undergraduate and graduate applicants
Competitive
What it covers
Melbourne International Excellence Scholarship (undergraduate)
Melbourne International Excellence Scholarship (graduate)
Value is set by the university and shown on each scholarship page
Who can get it
High-performing international applicants
Considered when you apply for an eligible course
Some awards are limited to citizens of listed countries, so check yours
When to apply for 2027: Decided with your application. Check the Melbourne scholarships site for the current round.
Kompass view: We have not published an amount for Melbourne because it changes by round. We confirm it for your course before you apply.
Australian Government (DFAT)
Australia Awards Scholarships
Full tuition, return airfare, living allowance and health cover
Very competitive
What it covers
Full tuition fees
Return air travel
Establishment allowance and a fortnightly living contribution
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Who can get it
Open to people from a selected list of developing countries, with leadership and a commitment to development
You must leave Australia for at least two years after finishing
Check the government's country list to see whether India is currently included
When to apply for 2027: Applications for the 2027 intake ran from 1 February to 30 April 2026. Expect a similar window for the next intake, so plan 12 months ahead.
Kompass view: Do not plan around this one. Confirm India's eligibility on the government's list first, then treat it as a long shot.
Where most of the money comes from
University scholarships and discounts
The money most students actually receive is a tuition discount from the university: commonly 10% to 25%, often awarded automatically with your offer.
Typical award
₹5.4 lakh to ₹7.4 lakhA$8,000 to A$11,000 a year (about 20% to 25% of a typical A$42,000 tuition)
Kompass estimate from recent offers. Each university sets its own awards.
What to expect
Many discounts need no form: your admission application is the scholarship application
Some stack, such as the UNSW International Student Award with other UNSW awards
Marks and early application decide most of them
Some awards cannot be combined, so check each university's rule
See what you'd still need to fund
Work out tuition, living costs and visa funds for Australia, then subtract the scholarship.
Can Indian students get a scholarship in Australia?
Yes. Most universities offer tuition discounts to Indian students, and the University of Sydney runs a dedicated programme for Indians. Fully funded awards exist but are very competitive.
Do I have to apply separately for scholarships?
Often no. UQ, UWA and UNSW's Global University Award are decided automatically with your admission application. The Sydney Scholars India programme and the government awards need their own application.
Can I count a scholarship as proof of funds for the visa?
Only if you hold written confirmation of the award and it clearly covers the amounts you show. Ask us before you rely on it for your file.
Can Kompass help with Australian scholarships?
Yes. We shortlist universities with the best awards for your profile, build your timeline and check your documents. You submit applications yourself, and no consultant can guarantee an award.
Study Australia: Australia Awards Scholarships, applications for the 2027 intake
University of Sydney: Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Program
UNSW Sydney: scholarships for students from India
University of Queensland: scholarships for international students
University of Western Australia: Global Excellence Scholarship
University of Melbourne: international scholarships
Details checked on 1 November 2026. Rounds and amounts change, so we confirm them for your course.
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