The Deakin Vice‑Chancellor’s Meritorious Scholarship – India is a government‑funded award for Indian students who demonstrate consistently high academic achievement and the potential to contribute to Deakin University’s community. Deakin recognises excellence across all study levels and invites applications from students interested in STEM, creative arts, sports studies or general studies. Recipients will be required to join the Vice‑Chancellor’s Professional Excellence Program, which enhances leadership and professional skills. Applications are currently open and must be submitted through a Deakin authorised agent in India. The scholarship aims to attract top‑performing Indian students to study at Deakin and to foster ongoing engagement with the university’s broader initiatives.

Any Indian citizen holding a valid Indian passport and residing in India may apply, regardless of the level of study (undergraduate, postgraduate or research). Applicants must apply through a Deakin authorised agent based in India and meet the university’s high academic performance criteria. The scholarship is open to students pursuing programmes in STEM, creative arts, sports studies or general studies.

Visit the official Deakin scholarship page to confirm eligibility and view the full selection criteria. Contact a Deakin authorised agent in India to obtain the application package. Prepare required documents, including passport copy, academic transcripts and proof of residence. Submit the completed application through the agent before the closing date indicated on the official page. After submission, await confirmation and be prepared to enrol in the Vice‑Chancellor’s Professional Excellence Program if awarded.