Indian students now have a great chance to study abroad without worrying about money. The government of Uzbekistan is giving fully-funded scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year. These scholarships are for Master’s programs at the Silk Road International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage, which is in the beautiful and historic city of Samarkand.

What will the scholarship cover?

• Full tuition fees
• A monthly stipend of 43,000 INR (approx.)
• Extra allowance for local travel and sightseeing in Uzbekistan

Who can apply for the scholarship?

Students interested in doing a Master’s degree in the following subjects can apply:

• Tourism and Hospitality
• Archaeology
• Museum Studies
• Restoration and Heritage Management

All classes at the university are taught in English, so language will not be a barrier.

How to apply?

Interested students can apply by visiting the university’s official admission portal: admissions.univ-silkroad.uz

The last date to apply is August 1, 2025. This scholarship is part of Uzbekistan’s efforts to build stronger educational ties with countries in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), including India.

What are the benefits of the Uzbekistan Scholarship?

If you’re thinking of studying in Uzbekistan, this fully-funded scholarship comes with many great benefits for Indian students:

What you will get:

• Free round-trip air tickets – One for going to Uzbekistan and one for coming back.
• Monthly stipend of USD 500,  which is around Rs. 43,000 to help with your expenses.
• USD 100 per month for accommodation – Around Rs. 8,500 for your stay.
• Two cultural trips during your course, You will get USD 100 each time (Rs. 8,500) to explore Uzbekistan.

What are the conditions?

To apply, you must:

• Have a valid passport.
• Completed graduation with a proper degree certificate.
• Provide a CV (resume) and a passport-sized photo.
• Have a minimum IELTS score of 6.0. (If your graduation was in English, you don’t need IELTS.)
• Write a 1.5-page essay on the topic: “Contributing to the development of tourism of the SCO countries.”

About the University Campus:

The Silk Road International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage is located in Samarkand, one of Uzbekistan’s oldest cities. The university has:

• A modern smart campus
• A restaurant-bar
• Hotel rooms for training
• A gym and swimming pool
• A digital library

 Note from Indian Government:

The Indian Ministry of Education has clarified that it is not involved in the admission or selection process. The final decision on scholarship awards will be made by the Government of Uzbekistan.

So if you’re ready for a fully funded international study experience with great benefits, apply before August 1, 2025, at: admissions.univ-silkroad.uz