Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship
Offered by Government of Ireland
- Funding
- Partial funding
- Award
- €10,000 stipend + full fee waiver
- No. of awards
- ~60/year
- Deadline
- 31 Mar 2027
- Study level
- Postgraduate
- Destination
- Study abroad · Ireland
Overview
Ireland's flagship scholarship for high-calibre international students, including from India.
The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES), administered by the Higher Education Authority, is Ireland's premier award for talented non-EU students — including from India — to study at an Irish higher-education institution. It combines a stipend with a full fee waiver for one year.
Eligibility
- Non-EU/EEA national (Indian students qualify)
- Hold an offer for a full-time programme at an eligible Irish institution for the coming year
- Outstanding academic ability and a strong personal statement
- Meet the English-language requirement
Benefits
- A €10,000 stipend for one year of study
- A full tuition-fee waiver from the host institution
- Recognition as a Government of Ireland scholar
How to apply
- Secure an offer for an eligible Irish programme.
- Apply on the HEA scholarship portal within the annual call.
- Submit your personal statement and academic records.
- Await the competitive selection outcome.
Documents required
- Offer letter from an Irish institution
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Personal statement
- English-language proof and valid passport
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