If you are an Indian student planning to study in Canada in 2026 and want a definitive, ranked list of the best scholarships available to you, this guide delivers exactly that. Canada has consistently ranked as the number one study destination for Indian students — overtaking the USA in Indian student enrollments — and in 2026, the scholarship ecosystem for Indian students in Canada is more generous, more accessible, and more diverse than at any previous point.
This guide cuts through the noise and presents the top 10 scholarships for Indian students in Canada in 2026 — ranked by a combination of monetary value, prestige, accessibility, and strategic importance for Indian applicants — with everything you need to know about each: what it covers, who qualifies, how to apply, and what makes it worth targeting.
Why Canada Is the Top Scholarship Destination for Indian Students in 2026
Before ranking the scholarships, understanding why Canada stands apart helps you appreciate the full value of each award:
- Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): Canadian graduates receive a work permit of 1–3 years matching the length of their program — allowing Indian graduates to earn, gain experience, and build toward permanent residency
- Express Entry PR pathway: Canadian study experience adds CRS points in the Express Entry system — giving Indian student-graduates a measurable immigration advantage
- Bilingual but English-accessible: Most top scholarship-awarding universities teach in English
- Lower tuition than USA or UK: Despite world-class research universities, Canadian tuition is meaningfully more affordable — scholarships go further
- Strong India–Canada bilateral programs: The Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute and government bilateral agreements create India-specific scholarship pipelines unique to Canada
- Welcoming immigration policy: Canada’s International Student Strategy and Provincial Nominee Programs actively recruit Indian graduates to address skill shortages
The Top 10 Scholarships for Indian Students in Canada 2026
#1. Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS)
Type: Canadian Federal Government Level: PhD only Annual Value: CAD 50,000 (approximately ₹30 lakh per year) Duration: 3 years Total Value: CAD 150,000 (approximately ₹90 lakhs) Field: Health research, Natural Sciences and Engineering, Social Sciences and Humanities
The Vanier CGS is Canada’s most prestigious doctoral scholarship — period. Established to attract and retain world-class PhD students at Canadian universities, the Vanier award is equivalent in prestige to the Rhodes or Gates Cambridge Scholarship in the Canadian context. For Indian doctoral candidates, the Vanier represents the single highest-value Canadian government award accessible to international students.
What makes Vanier exceptional for Indian students:
- No citizenship restriction — Indian international students are fully eligible
- The CAD 50,000 annual stipend significantly exceeds standard PhD funding at most Canadian universities
- Vanier scholars gain access to an exclusive pan-Canadian leadership network
- Past Indian Vanier scholars have gone on to faculty positions at top global universities
How to qualify:
- Vanier is a nomination-based scholarship — you cannot apply directly. Your Canadian university nominates you.
- Step 1: Secure admission to a PhD program at a participating Canadian university
- Step 2: Identify a supervisor willing and enthusiastic to nominate you
- Step 3: Your supervisor and department submit the nomination through the university’s internal process
- Selection criteria: Academic excellence (weighted 50%), Research potential (weighted 25%), Leadership ability (weighted 25%)
Eligibility highlights:
- Enrolled full-time in a first doctoral degree at an eligible Canadian university
- Maximum 20 weeks of doctoral study completed at time of nomination
- Strong publication record or demonstrated research leadership
- Citizenship: any (Indian students fully eligible)
Application deadline: University nominations typically due October–November each year Pro tip for Indian applicants: IISc, IIT, and IISER graduates with at least one published paper and strong research supervisor networks are the most competitive Indian Vanier candidates. Contact potential Canadian supervisors 12–18 months before you plan to start your PhD.
#2. Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships
Type: Private Foundation (Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation) Level: PhD Annual Value: CAD 40,000 scholarship + CAD 20,000 travel and engagement allowance Duration: Up to 4 years Total Potential Value: CAD 240,000 (approximately ₹1.44 crore) Field: Human Rights, Responsible Citizenship, Canada and the World, People and Their Natural Environment
The Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarship is Canada’s most prestigious humanities and social sciences doctoral award — and in total value, it exceeds even the Vanier CGS because of the additional travel and engagement allowance. For Indian PhD candidates in international relations, development economics, environmental policy, public health, and social sciences, the Trudeau scholarship combines extraordinary financial support with access to one of Canada’s most influential intellectual networks.
What makes Trudeau exceptional:
- Total annual value of CAD 60,000 (scholarship + engagement) — approximately ₹36 lakh per year
- Trudeau scholars are embedded in a year-round leadership program involving seminars, mentorship, and public engagement — far more than a financial award
- Indian students researching India-Canada relations, climate change, global governance, or indigenous rights find strong thematic alignment with Trudeau priorities
- Up to 4 years of support — the longest duration of any scholarship on this list
Eligibility:
- Enrolled in a full-time doctoral program at a Canadian university
- Research must align with one of the four Trudeau thematic priorities
- Demonstrated commitment to public engagement beyond academia
- International students including Indians are eligible
Application deadline: Typically October each year Pro tip: The Trudeau Foundation explicitly values candidates who can demonstrate how their academic research connects to public life impact. Indian applicants with backgrounds in civil society, journalism, policy research, or social enterprise are strongly positioned.
#3. Mitacs Globalink Research Internship
Type: Canadian Research Partnership Program (Mitacs + universities + government) Level: Undergraduate and early Master’s Value: CAD 10,000 stipend + return airfare + accommodation support Duration: 12 weeks (summer) Field: All STEM, social sciences, and humanities
The Mitacs Globalink Research Internship is not a degree scholarship — but it is strategically the most important program on this list for Indian undergraduate students planning to pursue a Canadian PhD or master’s degree. The reason is simple: 60% of Mitacs Globalink alumni receive direct PhD or master’s admission offers from their Canadian host supervisors after completing the 12-week internship. No other single program converts Indian undergraduate research experience into Canadian graduate school admission as efficiently.
Why Mitacs Globalink changes everything for Indian students:
- Provides real Canadian research experience that no application essay can replicate
- Builds a direct personal relationship with a Canadian professor — the most critical factor in PhD funding at any Canadian university
- Results in a personal reference letter from a Canadian supervisor who has worked with you directly — dramatically more powerful than a letter from an Indian professor who only knows you from coursework
- The supervisor can directly nominate you for Vanier CGS, NSERC scholarships, and departmental fellowships if they want you in their PhD program
- The CAD 10,000 stipend plus housing and airfare makes it essentially free for Indian undergraduates
Eligibility:
- Undergraduate student in their penultimate or final year OR early master’s student
- Enrolled at an eligible Indian university — most major Indian universities (IITs, NITs, IISERs, BITS, central universities, and many others) are eligible
- Strong academic record — typically CGPA 8.0/10 or above
- Must identify and apply to a specific Canadian host supervisor’s project listed on the Mitacs portal
Application deadline: Typically October–November each year for the following summer Pro tip: Apply early — Mitacs receives thousands of Indian applications and projects fill up on a first-come, first-served basis for well-matched profiles. Browse the Mitacs project list in September and identify 3–5 supervisors before the portal opens.
#4. Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS)
Type: Ontario Provincial Government Level: Master’s and PhD Annual Value: CAD 10,000–15,000 (CAD 5,000 per session — 2 or 3 sessions per year) Field: All fields Universities: University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, McMaster, Western, Queen’s, York, Ottawa, and all OGS-participating Ontario universities
The Ontario Graduate Scholarship is the most broadly accessible government scholarship for Indian master’s and PhD students in Canada — because it is available to international students (unlike many Canadian provincial scholarships), covers all fields, and is offered at Ontario’s largest and most research-intensive universities. For Indian students at Ontario universities — which include the globally ranked University of Toronto and University of Waterloo — the OGS is the standard merit award that strong graduate students should expect to receive.
What makes OGS valuable for Indian students:
- International students are explicitly eligible — a distinction from most Canadian government awards
- Available at 10+ Ontario universities — the province with the most Indian students in Canada
- Renewable annually based on academic performance
- Can be combined with supervisor research funding and university fellowships to create total PhD support of CAD 40,000–55,000/year
Eligibility:
- Enrolled in a full-time master’s or PhD program at a participating Ontario university
- Minimum 80% (A-minus) academic average in the last two completed years of study
- International students including Indians are eligible — no citizenship restriction
Application: Through your Ontario university’s graduate awards office — not directly to the government. Each university has its own internal OGS application cycle. Deadline: Typically February–March for the following academic year Pro tip: Apply for OGS every eligible year — it is renewable and the application process is straightforward for students with 80%+ averages.
#5. Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship — University of Toronto
Type: University of Toronto (UofT) Scholarship Level: Undergraduate (Bachelor’s degree) Value: Full tuition + books + incidentals + full residence support for 4 years Total 4-year value: Approximately CAD 200,000+ (approximately ₹1.2 crore) Field: All undergraduate programs at UofT
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship is the most prestigious and most generous fully funded undergraduate scholarship offered by any Canadian university — and for exceptional Indian undergraduate applicants, it represents the best pathway to a fully funded bachelor’s degree in Canada at one of the world’s top-ranked universities.
What makes Pearson exceptional:
- Covers literally everything — tuition, books, incidentals, and full residence (on-campus accommodation) for all 4 years
- University of Toronto is Canada’s highest-ranked university and a global top-25 institution
- Named after a Nobel Peace Prize winner and former Canadian Prime Minister — carries significant prestige
- Only 37 scholarships awarded globally per year — including Indian students
Eligibility:
- Applying for first-year undergraduate admission at the University of Toronto
- International student (not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident)
- Demonstrated outstanding academic achievement AND exceptional community involvement
- Must be nominated by your secondary school (high school) — you cannot apply directly; your school nominates you through the UofT nomination portal
Selection criteria: Academic excellence, leadership, community impact, creativity, and how the student will contribute to the UofT community and the world.
Application process:
- Request a nomination from your school by October
- Nominated students complete the Pearson scholarship application including essays and references
- Shortlisted students interviewed by a UofT panel
Deadline: Nomination by October, full application by November for the following September Pro tip: Indian students from CBSE, ICSE, and IB schools are all eligible for nomination. The strongest Pearson candidates combine top academic performance (95%+ in 12th boards) with genuine, documented community leadership — not just extracurricular activities, but leadership that has created measurable impact.
#6. University of Toronto — Connaught International Scholarship for Doctoral Students
Type: University of Toronto Level: PhD Value: Full international tuition differential (the gap between international and domestic PhD fees) + additional stipend supplement Total annual supplement: Approximately CAD 10,000–18,000 per year on top of standard PhD funding
For Indian PhD students at the University of Toronto — Canada’s highest-ranked university — the Connaught International Scholarship is the most directly accessible and impactful award, because it specifically addresses the cost barrier created by the international student tuition premium at Canadian universities.
How it works:
- UofT PhD students receive base funding from their supervisor’s research grants
- The Connaught scholarship covers the additional tuition charged to international students (typically CAD 8,000–15,000/year more than domestic students)
- Effectively makes a UofT PhD cost-equivalent to a domestic student PhD for Indian scholarship recipients
- Combined with supervisor RA/TA funding: total PhD support of CAD 35,000–50,000/year
Eligibility:
- Admitted to a full-time doctoral program at the University of Toronto
- Exceptional academic record — equivalent to A+ or 90%+ in home country
- Automatically considered during the UofT PhD admission process — no separate application required
#7. Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute Fellowships
Type: Bilateral India-Canada Government Program Level: Master’s and PhD research visits (1–6 months) + collaborative research grants Value: Round-trip airfare (India-Canada) + monthly living allowance during Canadian stay Field: Any field with India-Canada research relevance
The Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute is one of the most underutilised and strategically valuable programs for Indian students targeting Canadian graduate schools — and the only bilateral scholarship program on this list specifically designed for Indian students going to Canada. While not a full degree scholarship, Shastri fellowships serve as the perfect bridge — funding a research visit that builds supervisor relationships, Canadian research experience, and the profile needed to win Vanier CGS, NSERC scholarships, and university fellowships for full doctoral study.
Shastri programs most relevant for Indian students:
Shastri Mobility Programme:
- Funds 1–6 month research visits by Indian master’s and PhD students to Canadian universities
- Covers return airfare + living allowance
- Must have a confirmed Canadian host supervisor
Shastri Research Student Fellowship:
- For Indian master’s and PhD students conducting research in Canada
- Longer duration support (up to 1 year) with supervisor collaboration
Why Shastri is strategic:
- Bilateral India-specific program — designed for Indian students; competition pool is smaller than pan-international scholarship programs
- Builds Canadian supervisor relationships without committing to a full degree — perfect for evaluating fit
- Shastri alumni have among the highest rates of subsequent Canadian PhD admission of any pre-PhD program
- Applications accepted twice per year — maximum flexibility
Deadline: Rolling intake approximately twice per year through the Shastri Institute portal
#8. University of British Columbia (UBC) — Four-Year Fellowship (4YF)
Type: University of British Columbia Level: PhD Annual Value: CAD 18,200 + full tuition waiver for 4 years Total 4-year value: Approximately CAD 160,000+ (approximately ₹96 lakhs+) Field: All fields at UBC
The UBC Four-Year Fellowship is the flagship PhD scholarship at the University of British Columbia — one of Canada’s top 3 research universities and a global top-40 institution. For Indian PhD candidates targeting UBC’s strong programs in Computer Science, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Business, and Engineering, the 4YF is the primary fully funded pathway.
What makes 4YF valuable:
- Guaranteed 4 years of support — uncommon in Canadian PhD funding which is often year-by-year
- Covers the international tuition differential — similar in principle to the Connaught at UofT
- The CAD 18,200 annual fellowship is on top of, not instead of, supervisor RA/TA funding
- Combined total support: typically CAD 35,000–50,000/year for 4YF + RA recipients
Eligibility:
- Admitted to a full-time PhD program at UBC
- Exceptional academic record — 85%+ or CGPA 8.5/10
- Automatically considered during UBC PhD admission — no separate application
#9. Killam Doctoral Fellowships — UBC
Type: Killam Trusts (administered by UBC) Level: PhD Annual Value: CAD 30,000 per year Duration: 2 years Field: All fields at UBC
The Killam Doctoral Fellowships at UBC are among the most prestigious and highest-value Canadian university PhD scholarships available to international students — providing CAD 30,000/year on top of other funding sources. A Killam Fellow receiving this award alongside the UBC 4YF and a supervisor’s RA funding can achieve total PhD support of CAD 65,000–75,000 per year — one of the highest fully funded PhD packages at any Canadian university.
Eligibility:
- Nominated by UBC department — not a direct application
- Exceptional PhD students in any field at UBC
- Strong academic record and research achievement
Application: Internal UBC nomination process — discussed with your potential supervisor before admission
#10. NSERC Canada Graduate Scholarships-Master’s (CGS-M)
Type: Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (Federal) Level: Master’s Annual Value: CAD 17,500 for 1 year Field: Natural Sciences and Engineering (all STEM fields)
The NSERC CGS-Master’s is the most accessible federal government scholarship for Indian master’s students in STEM fields at Canadian universities — and unlike many Canadian government awards, international students including Indians enrolled at Canadian universities are eligible.
What makes NSERC CGS-M valuable:
- A federal government scholarship — one of Canada’s most respected research credentials
- The CAD 17,500 award supplements supervisor funding — creating total support of CAD 30,000–40,000/year for master’s students
- Winning NSERC CGS-M as a master’s student significantly strengthens subsequent Vanier and NSERC doctoral scholarship applications
- Applicable at any NSERC-eligible Canadian university — University of Toronto, Waterloo, UBC, McGill, McMaster, Western, Alberta, and more
Eligibility:
- Enrolled in a full-time master’s program in natural sciences or engineering at a Canadian university
- First or second year of master’s study
- Minimum A- (78%) average in the last two years of study
- International students enrolled at Canadian universities are eligible
Application: Through NSERC’s online system (Research Portal) with a supervisor-supported application Deadline: Typically December each year for the following academic year
Bonus Scholarship — Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships (For PhD Holders)
While not on the main top 10 list (as it targets PhD graduates rather than students), the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship deserves mention for Indian PhD holders considering Canadian postdoctoral research:
Value: CAD 70,000/year for 2 years (approximately ₹42 lakh/year) Eligibility: PhD degree completed within 5 years, conducting postdoctoral research at a Canadian university Deadline: October each year Indian eligibility: Fully open — Indian PhD holders from any university can apply
How the Top 10 Compare — Quick Reference Table
| Rank | Scholarship | Level | Annual Value (CAD) | Indian Eligible | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Vanier CGS | PhD | $50,000 | ✅ Yes | Very High |
| #2 | Trudeau Foundation | PhD | $60,000 (incl. travel) | ✅ Yes | Very High |
| #3 | Mitacs Globalink | UG Research | $10,000 (one-time) | ✅ Yes | Moderate |
| #4 | Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Master’s / PhD | $10,000–15,000 | ✅ Yes | Moderate |
| #5 | Lester B. Pearson (UofT) | Undergraduate | $50,000+/yr (full) | ✅ Yes | Extremely High |
| #6 | UofT Connaught International | PhD | Tuition differential + | ✅ Yes | High |
| #7 | Shastri Indo-Canadian | Master’s / PhD visit | Airfare + allowance | ✅ India-specific | Moderate |
| #8 | UBC Four-Year Fellowship | PhD | $18,200 + tuition | ✅ Yes | High |
| #9 | UBC Killam Doctoral | PhD | $30,000 | ✅ Yes | Very High |
| #10 | NSERC CGS-M | Master’s (STEM) | $17,500 | ✅ Yes | Moderate-High |
Application Strategy — How Indian Students Should Approach Canadian Scholarships in 2026
The Supervisor-First Rule
For every scholarship on this list except Mitacs Globalink, Lester B. Pearson, and OGS — securing a supportive Canadian supervisor is the prerequisite. Canadian scholarship nominations flow through supervisors, not directly from students to funders. Invest time in identifying, emailing, and impressing potential supervisors before any scholarship application begins.
Build a Multi-Layer Portfolio
The strongest-funded Indian students at Canadian universities typically hold multiple awards simultaneously:
- Vanier CGS (CAD 50,000) + supervisor RA (CAD 15,000) + UofT Connaught (tuition coverage) = CAD 65,000+ total
- NSERC CGS-M (CAD 17,500) + supervisor RA/TA (CAD 15,000) + OGS (CAD 10,000) = CAD 42,500 total for master’s
- Mitacs Globalink → Shastri Fellowship → Vanier CGS is the ideal sequential pipeline for Indian undergraduate students planning a Canadian PhD
The PGWP Multiplier
Every scholarship on this list is made more valuable by Canada’s Post-Graduation Work Permit — which allows scholarship-funded Indian graduates to remain in Canada and work after graduation. A Vanier scholar completing a 4-year PhD at UofT receives 3 additional years of Canadian work rights — potentially leading to permanent residency through Express Entry. The scholarship + PGWP + PR pathway is what makes Canadian scholarships uniquely valuable compared to equivalent awards in the UK or Germany.
Key Deadlines — Top 10 Canada Scholarships for Indian Students 2026
| Scholarship | Key Deadline | Apply Through |
|---|---|---|
| Mitacs Globalink | October–November 2025 | Mitacs portal + supervisor matching |
| NSERC CGS-M | December 2025 | NSERC Research Portal + supervisor |
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | February–March 2026 | University graduate awards office |
| Shastri Mobility Programme | Rolling (twice/year) | Shastri Institute portal |
| Lester B. Pearson Scholarship | October (nomination) + November (full application) 2025 | School nomination + UofT portal |
| UBC Four-Year Fellowship | With PhD admission | UofT graduate admissions — automatic |
| UofT Connaught International | With PhD admission | UofT graduate admissions — automatic |
| UBC Killam Fellowship | Internal UBC nomination | UBC department — discuss with supervisor |
| Vanier CGS | October–November 2026 | University nomination |
| Trudeau Foundation | October 2026 | University nomination |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Which Canadian scholarship is the most realistic for a typical Indian student in 2026?
For a typical Indian student (CGPA 7.5–8.5/10, no publications, enrolled at a good but not elite Indian institution) — the most realistic Canadian scholarship in 2026 is the Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) for master’s or PhD students at Ontario universities, or the NSERC CGS-M for STEM master’s students. Both are accessible to international students with strong academic averages, require no publications, and can be applied for after enrolling at a Canadian university. The Mitacs Globalink is the most realistic pre-enrollment scholarship — accessible to undergraduates with CGPA 8.0+ at most major Indian universities.
Q2. Can Indian students apply for the Vanier CGS directly?
No — the Vanier CGS is nomination-based. You cannot apply directly to the Vanier program. Your Canadian university nominates you after you have been admitted to a doctoral program and identified a willing supervisor. The practical implication is that winning Vanier begins with finding the right Canadian supervisor — a professor who is enthusiastic about your research, has a strong publication record, and is willing to go through the internal nomination process. Indian applicants who reach out to potential supervisors with specific, well-researched research proposals 12–18 months before their intended PhD start have the best Vanier success rates.
Q3. Is the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship open to Indian students from CBSE and state board schools?
Yes — the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship is open to Indian students from any recognised secondary school system — CBSE, ICSE, IB, state boards, and others. The key requirement is a school nomination — your secondary school must nominate you through the UofT nomination portal before you can submit a full application. Indian students who plan to apply should speak with their school counsellor or principal in September of their 12th year to request a nomination before the October deadline. The strongest Pearson candidates from India typically have 95%+ in their board exams and documented community leadership with measurable impact.
Q4. What is the PGWP and how does it make Canadian scholarships more valuable than UK or European equivalents?
The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows Indian graduates from Canadian universities to live and work in Canada for 1–3 years after graduation, matching the duration of their program. This is the most distinctive immigration advantage Canada offers compared to the UK, Germany, or the Netherlands — where post-study work rights are more limited or more complex. For Indian scholarship holders, the PGWP creates a pathway to Canadian permanent residency through Express Entry without needing an employer nomination — making the total value of a Canadian scholarship (education + work experience + PR eligibility) significantly higher than equivalent financial awards in other countries. An Indian student who wins the Vanier CGS, completes a PhD at UofT, works in Canada for 2–3 years on PGWP, and gains PR has achieved a life outcome that no purely financial scholarship value calculation can fully capture.
Q5. Can Indian students stack multiple scholarships simultaneously in Canada?
Yes — and the most successful Indian students at Canadian universities often hold 2–4 awards simultaneously. Common stacking combinations include: Vanier + supervisor RA + OGS + university fellowship at the PhD level; NSERC CGS-M + supervisor funding + OGS at the master’s level. Most scholarship terms permit concurrent holding of awards provided the total funding does not exceed a specified ceiling (typically CAD 50,000–80,000/year for doctoral students) — and many explicitly encourage stacking. The key is to disclose all current funding sources in each scholarship application as required by the funding body.
Q6. Which Canadian province is best for Indian students seeking scholarships in 2026?
Ontario is the strongest province for Indian students seeking scholarships — for several reasons: it has the highest concentration of scholarship-offering universities (UofT, Waterloo, McMaster, Western, Queen’s, York, Ottawa), the Ontario Graduate Scholarship is one of Canada’s most accessible provincial awards for international students, the Vector Institute for AI in Toronto creates STEM scholarship opportunities unique to Ontario, and Ontario has the largest Indian-Canadian community creating a strong support ecosystem. British Columbia (UBC) is the second strongest — with the 4YF, Killam, and strong environmental and tech research scholarships. Quebec (McGill) is an excellent option for lower-cost living (Montreal is significantly cheaper than Toronto) with the added benefit of McGill’s global prestige.
Final Verdict
For every Indian student with Canada in their plans — these 10 scholarships represent the most strategically important financial opportunities available in 2026.
The Vanier CGS at the top for doctoral prestige and value, the Trudeau Foundation for social science impact leaders, Mitacs Globalink as the indispensable undergraduate gateway, the Ontario Graduate Scholarship as the most broadly accessible provincial award for international students, the Lester B. Pearson for exceptional undergraduate candidates, and the NSERC CGS-M, UofT Connaught, UBC 4YF, UBC Killam, and Shastri Institute completing a comprehensive funding ecosystem — together these ten scholarships cover every academic level, every field, and every type of Indian applicant profile with genuine, accessible, and generous financial support.
The pathway is consistent across all ten: identify your target Canadian supervisor early, build your research profile through Mitacs or Shastri, apply to multiple scholarships simultaneously, and leverage the PGWP advantage that no other country on earth offers at the same scale. Canada in 2026 is not just a study destination — it is a complete life and career strategy. And these ten scholarships are the financial foundation for that strategy.
Vanier. Trudeau. Mitacs. Pearson. OGS. Connaught. UBC 4YF. Killam. NSERC. Shastri. Ten scholarships. One country. The best immigration pathway for Indian graduates in the world. Apply now — Canada is waiting.