June 2026 is one of the busiest months for international scholarship applications. Several fully-funded and partially-funded programmes open or close their windows this month — and many are explicitly open to students from Nepal and the wider South Asian region. Below is your complete guide: eligibility, award amount, deadline, and direct application links.
Quick Reference — June 2026 Scholarship Deadlines
| # | Scholarship | Country / Host | Funding | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | QECS — Queensland Engagement & Continuation Scholarship | Australia (UQ) | Partial – AUD 10,000 | 2 June 2026 |
| 2 | ICCR Sushma Swaraj Scholarship | India | Full — stipend + tuition | 15 June 2026 |
| 3 | ADB-JSP (Japan Scholarship Programme) | Japan (ADB partner unis) | Full — tuition + living | Varies — most close June 2026 |
| 4 | UNSW Sydney International Scholarship | Australia (UNSW) | Partial – AUD 5,000–20,000 | 30 June 2026 |
| 5 | SAU SAARC University Scholarship | India (SAARC nations) | Full — tuition + hostel | 30 June 2026 |
| 6 | KGSP — Korean Government Scholarship Programme | South Korea | Full — tuition + KRW 900,000/mo | Open — intake closes June 2026 |
| 7 | Warwick Scholarships for Leadership (SLS) | UK (Uni of Warwick) | Partial – £5,000–10,000 | 18 June 2026 |
| 8 | GLOCAL / Erasmus Mundus — Global Environmental Studies | Europe (multiple) | Full — €1,400/mo + fees | 25 June 2026 |
1. QECS — Queensland Engagement & Continuation Scholarship (Deadline: 2 June 2026)
The University of Queensland offers the QECS to high-achieving international students who have already accepted an offer of admission. The award covers AUD 10,000 off your first year of tuition — a strong partial scholarship that reduces the financial burden significantly for Nepali students enrolling in UQ’s undergraduate or postgraduate programmes.
- Amount: AUD 10,000 (one-off, credited against tuition)
- Level: Undergraduate & Postgraduate taught
- Deadline: 2 June 2026 — apply via the UQ Scholarship Portal
2. ICCR Sushma Swaraj Scholarship for South Asian Women (Deadline: 15 June 2026)
The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) runs the Sushma Swaraj Scholarship dedicated to women from SAARC nations. It is a fully funded award covering tuition fees, a monthly stipend of INR 10,000–15,000, accommodation allowance, and a book grant at participating Indian universities. Open to Nepali women aged 18–30 with a minimum 60% academic record.
Apply at a2a.iccr.gov.in before 15 June 2026. Also check with Nepal’s Ministry of Education for Embassy-nominated quota slots.
3. ADB-JSP — Asian Development Bank Japan Scholarship Programme (Deadlines: June 2026)
The ADB-Japan Scholarship Programme funds postgraduate study at 31 designated universities across Asia and the Pacific. Fully funded — tuition, living expenses, health insurance, and airfare. Designed for Nepali professionals with at least 2 years of work experience. Most partner university deadlines fall in June 2026.
Check partner universities and deadlines at adb.org/site/careers/japan-scholarship-program.
4. UNSW Sydney International Scholarship (Deadline: 30 June 2026)
The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) offers merit-based awards of AUD 5,000 to AUD 20,000 for high-achieving international students. Available across most undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programmes. Eligibility is assessed automatically based on your academic record when you apply for admission.
5. SAU — South Asian University SAARC Scholarship (Deadline: 30 June 2026)
South Asian University (SAU), established by the 8 SAARC heads of state in New Delhi, gives every admitted Nepali student full tuition waiver and free hostel accommodation. No separate scholarship application — funding is automatic for all admitted SAARC-nation students. Programmes include B.Tech CS, MA/MSc in Economics, International Relations, Computer Science, Law, and more.
Apply at admissions.sau.ac.in — most programmes close 30 June 2026.
6. KGSP — Korean Government Scholarship Programme 2026 (Embassy Track: June 2026)
The KGSP (Global Korea Scholarship) is South Korea’s flagship fully-funded scholarship: full tuition + KRW 900,000/month + airfare + one year of Korean language training + health insurance. Nepal has a reserved quota through the Embassy Track. The 2026 Embassy Track intake closes in June 2026.
Apply via studyinkorea.go.kr or contact the Embassy of Korea in Kathmandu for Nepal’s quota slots.
7. Warwick Scholarships for Leadership (SLS) — UK (Deadline: 18 June 2026)
The University of Warwick awards £5,000 to £10,000 leadership scholarships to postgraduate students who demonstrate a clear track record of impact and a compelling future vision. Open to all nationalities including Nepal. Requires a leadership essay.
Apply at scholarship.warwick.ac.uk before 18 June 2026.
8. GLOCAL Erasmus Mundus — Global Environmental Studies (Deadline: 25 June 2026)
GLOCAL is an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s in Environmental Studies across four European universities. As a student from Nepal (a “Partner Country”), you receive the higher scholarship tier: €1,400 per month + full tuition + €3,000 travel allowance. The programme is entirely in English.
How to Prepare a Strong Application
- Get your English test score ready. PTE Academic, IELTS, or TOEFL is required for almost every scholarship above.
- Write a compelling Statement of Purpose. Be specific — why this scholarship, why this country, what impact will you create.
- Get strong references early. Contact professors or employers 4–6 weeks before the deadline.
- Check Embassy-nominated quotas. For ICCR, KGSP, and ADB-JSP, Nepal’s Ministry of Education and respective embassies hold reserved seats.
- Apply to more than one. Each scholarship has different criteria — apply to all that you qualify for.
Need Help with Your Application?
Our counsellors at Abroad Process help Nepali students choose the right programme, prepare their SOP, and submit a complete application before each deadline — free of charge.