GKS SCHOLARSHIP · INDIA
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Everything you actually need to know about the Global Korea Scholarship, in one place. Dates, eligibility, tracks, documents, money, universities and what to do next.
GKS-U
2027
Deadline
30 SEP 2026
SEP 2026
What is GKS?
The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) is a Korean government scholarship programme for eligible international students who want to study in South Korea.
Study in Korea
For eligible international students
Two main tracks
Embassy Track & University Track
Financial support
Tuition, airfare and other support
Important GKS 2027 dates
9 September 2026
Embassy Track application deadline
NIIED published the official 2027 GKS Undergraduate guidelines, application forms and university information.
15 September 2026
Embassy Track Applications Open
Online applications opened through the Study in Korea website at 11:00 AM KST.
23 September 2026
University Track Information Announced
NIIED published the 2027 University Track university-specific information. Application dates vary by university.
30 September 2026
🔴 Embassy Track Application Deadline
Applications must be submitted online through Study in Korea by 6:00 PM KST.
Selection & Result Dates
Embassy Track
By 16 Oct 2026
1st Round Result
The Korean Embassy announces the first-round results.
By 30 Oct 2026
Successful applications reach NIIED
Applications and relevant documents from successful first-round candidates are sent to NIIED for the second round.
November 2026
2nd Round Result
NIIED announces the second-round results for Embassy Track applicants.
23 Dec 2026
3rd Round Result
The university selection result will be announced by 6:00 PM KST on 23 December 2026.
By 7 Jan 2027
🎉 Final GKS-U 2027 Result
The final list of 2027 GKS-U scholars is expected to be announced by 7 January 2027.
January 2027
Invitation Letters & Entry Guidelines
Invitation letters and entry guidelines are expected to be sent to successful scholars during January 2027
University Track Timeline
Sept–Nov 2026
University Track Applications
Participating universities accept applications according to their own deadlines and submission procedures.
By Nov 2026
1st Round University Result
Universities announce their first-round results.
By 30 Nov 2026
Successful applications reach NIIED
Applications from successful candidates are sent to NIIED.
December 2026
2nd Round Result
NIIED announces the second-round results for University Track applicants.
Dates can change. Check official GKS notices ↗
Are you eligible for GKS?
The rules depend on the programme and year. For 2027 GKS-U, check these first.
Nationality
You must meet the citizenship requirements for a participating GKS country. The applicant and parents must also meet the nationality rules in the current guideline.
Age
For 2027 GKS-U, you must be under 25 and born after 1 March 2002.
Education
You must meet the required high-school or associate-degree graduation conditions for the undergraduate programme.
Academic performance
You must meet the academic requirement through the accepted percentage, class-rank or CGPA criteria.
Embassy Track vs University Track
This is one of the first decisions you need to understand.
Apply to a participating university
UNIVERSITY TRACK
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You apply directly to a participating university.
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Each university sets its own application period and procedure.
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Check the university-specific 2027 information before applying.
EMBASSY TRACK
Apply through the country process
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For 2027 GKS-U, applications are submitted online through Study in Korea.
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Country-specific instructions apply.
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For India, the current deadline is 30 September 2026.
What does GKS cover?
GKS provides substantial financial support, but exact amounts and conditions depend on the current programme.
Living support
An allowance is provided. Always use the current year's figures when budgeting.
Tuition
Tuition support is provided under the current GKS rules and limits.
Airfare
Economy-class airfare support is provided subject to the programme rules.
Korean language
Eligible scholars receive support for the Korean language programme.
GKS documents checklist
Start collecting these early. The exact document requirements, authentication rules and submission format depend on your programme, track and country.
Application form
Your main application with personal and academic details.
Personal Statement
Your background, experiences, achievements and motivation.
Study Plan
Your academic goals and plans for studying in Korea.
Recommendation Letter
A recommendation from an eligible teacher or academic referee.
GKS Applicant Agreement
Your agreement to the GKS programme rules.
Personal Medical Assessment
The required GKS health questionnaire.
Personal Information Consent Form
Consent for collecting and using your personal information.
Citizenship Certificate / Proof of Citizenship
Proof of your Indian citizenship.
Parents' Citizenship Documents
Proof of both parents' citizenship.
Family Relationship Certificate
Proof of your relationship with your parents.
High School Graduation Certificate
Proof that you completed high school.
High School Academic Transcript
Your complete high school academic record.
Associate Degree Certificate (if applicable)
Required if you are applying with an associate degree.
Associate Degree Transcript (if applicable)
Your academic record from the associate degree.