Google Scholarships to Study Abroad 2026-27: Complete Guide for Indian Students

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Yes, Google gives scholarships, but there is no single award and none is India-specific. The Generation Google Scholarship (APAC) pays USD 2,500 to women studying computer science in Asia Pacific, India included. North America’s Generation Google and Lime scholarships pay up to USD 10,000 (or CAD 5,000), and Google’s Europe disability scholarship pays EUR 7,000. Recent cycles closed in summer (APAC: 14 August 2025, about 31 August 2026), so check buildyourfuture.withgoogle.com for the next window.

Sharleen Kapoor

10 min read • Oct 9, 2026

As a leader in the technology industry, Google offers scholarships to students who wish to pursue higher education in technology. Google provides a range of scholarships aimed at supporting different categories of students. The nature and number of scholarships change every year, so it is important to check which scholarships are available from Google in the academic year for which you are seeking a scholarship.

In this guide, we introduce you to the more permanent Google scholarships like the Generation Google Scholarship, which is renewed year after year, plus specialised scholarships aimed at specific categories of students such as the Google Europe Students with Disabilities Scholarship. We also explain what these scholarships mean for Indian students: they support students who are already enrolled in a computer science degree, so they are not a way to fund your admission to a foreign university.

What are Google Scholarships?

Please note that there is no single Google-backed scholarship. Instead, the company offers a variety of scholarships. All these scholarships aim to support students pursuing education in technology, in specific geographies of the world. Some scholarships are aimed only at students from particular backgrounds – for example, the Google Student Veterans of America Scholarship supports student veterans in the USA who are pursuing degrees in computer science and related fields.

Google scholarships are administered through the Google scholarship portal at buildyourfuture.withgoogle.com. The scholarship amounts are not enough for covering the entire cost of higher education for most students. Students typically view these as supplementary funding rather than their primary financial support. For most students, securing a suitable education loan becomes essential alongside any Google scholarship received.

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List of Google Scholarships to Study Abroad 2026-27

#	Scholarship Name	Country of Education	Aimed At	Amount
1	Generation Google Scholarship (APAC)	Asia Pacific (India included)	Women in computer science	USD 2,500
2	Google Lime Scholarship	USA and Canada	Students with disabilities pursuing computer science	USD 10,000 or CAD 5,000
3	Generation Google Scholarship (North America)	USA and Canada	Students pursuing computer science	USD 10,000 or CAD 5,000
4	Generation Google Scholarship (EMEA)	Europe, Middle East, and Africa	Women in computer science or gaming	Varies by country
5	Google Student Veterans of America Scholarship	USA	Student veterans pursuing computer science	USD 10,000
6	Google Europe Students with Disabilities Scholarship	Europe	Students with disabilities pursuing computer science	EUR 7,000
7	Generation Google Scholarship: Women in Computer Science (Ireland)	Ireland	Women in computer science	EUR 5,000

Source: Google Scholarships official portal – buildyourfuture.withgoogle.com. Scholarship amounts and availability may change each year. Always verify at the official portal before applying. Google has also supported students in India and Asia Pacific through the Venkat Panchapakesan Memorial Scholarship; check the portal to see whether it is open this year.

Application Deadlines for Google Scholarships 2026-27

Google has moved several of its scholarship cycles from spring to summer, so deadlines you may have seen for earlier years (for example, April 2024 for the APAC scholarship) no longer apply. The 2026 APAC window has closed; the table below shows the latest reported dates and what to expect next.

Scholarship Name	Latest Reported Deadline	2026-27 Status
Generation Google Scholarship (APAC) for Women in CS	14 August 2025 (official 2025-26 cycle)	Reported deadline 31 August 2026 – now closed
Generation Google Scholarship (North America)	Mid-August 2025 (reported)	Check the portal; next window expected around mid-2027 based on recent cycles
Generation Google Scholarship (EMEA): Women in CS	Mid-August 2025 (reported)	Check the portal; next window expected around mid-2027 based on recent cycles
Generation Google Scholarship: Women in CS (Ireland)	Mid-August 2025 (reported)	Check the portal; next window expected around mid-2027 based on recent cycles
Google Lime Scholarship	Varies by cycle	Check the portal for the current window
Google Europe Students with Disabilities Scholarship	Varies by cycle	Check the portal for the current window

To get notified when the next application window opens, sign up for updates at buildyourfuture.withgoogle.com. You can also follow Google’s social media and check their website regularly. Third-party sites may not have the latest information.

Also Read: Difference Between Scholarship and Fellowship: What to Choose for Abroad Studies

Eligibility Criteria for Google Scholarships 2026-27

Scholarship Name	Eligibility Criteria
Generation Google Scholarship (North America)	Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field in the USA or Canada; demonstrated leadership; excellent academic performance. Check the current page for citizenship and residency rules.
Generation Google Scholarship (APAC) for Women in CS	Enrolled full-time as a second- or third-year undergraduate at an accredited university in the Asia Pacific region, and intending to continue the full-time bachelor’s program; studying computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related technical field; identify as a woman; demonstrated leadership and academic performance. Selection also considers financial need. Children of Google employees are not eligible.
Google Lime Scholarship	Pursuing a university degree in computer science in the US or Canada; have a visible or invisible disability
Generation Google Scholarship (EMEA): Women in CS	Pursuing a computer science or gaming degree in Europe, Middle East, or Africa; identify as a woman
Google Europe Students with Disabilities Scholarship	Pursuing a computer science degree in Europe; have a disability
Generation Google Scholarship: Women in CS (Ireland)	Pursuing a computer science degree in Ireland; identify as a woman
Google Conference and Travel Scholarships	Underrepresented groups in technology and business; attending leading conferences worldwide

Note for Indian students: these scholarships go to students who are already enrolled. The Generation Google Scholarship (APAC) is open to second- and third-year undergraduates studying computer science in the Asia Pacific region, which includes India, so it is aimed at students at Indian universities rather than at students going abroad. Indian students who are already studying in the USA or Canada, or in Europe, can apply to the regional scholarships if they meet the criteria. There is no Google scholarship for admission to a foreign university and no India-specific Google scholarship in the main programs.

How to Apply for Google Scholarships 2026-27: Step-by-Step

Step 1: Check Eligibility

Carefully review whether you are eligible for the intended Google scholarship by checking the eligibility criteria on the official page at buildyourfuture.withgoogle.com. Do not spend time preparing documents for a scholarship you are not eligible for.

Step 2: Gather Required Documents

Unlike most scholarship programs, the Google scholarship application process is quite straightforward. You only need to submit basic information and some documents:

Document	Tips for Indian Students
Resume/CV	Address any employment gaps concisely. Ensure the most recent entry highlights updated leadership positions, extracurricular activities, and participation in diversity and equity initiatives. Keep it to 1-2 pages.
Academic Transcripts	Provide a certified copy of the most recent results from your current or last school/college. Unofficial transcripts are also acceptable. If your transcripts are in a language other than English, get them translated.
Letters of Recommendation	Some cycles ask for reference letters from people who can speak about your academic knowledge, accomplishments, and leadership skills. Approach professors or work supervisors who know you well – generic letters are easily spotted.

Step 3: Prepare Your Essays

Google scholarship applications have usually included short essay responses with a word limit of 500 words each, and the prompts can change from one cycle to the next. Recent prompts have covered:

Problem-Solving Essay: Talk about a challenge you have experienced and elaborate on how you addressed the issue. Describe what resources and solutions were chosen and what was learned from the experience. Be specific – generic answers are filtered out quickly.
Diversity and Inclusion Essay: Explain from your personal experience a barrier that stops people from having equal access to technology. Describe what you think is the main reason for this problem and what steps you have taken to fix this unfairness. Indian students have strong real-world perspectives on digital access inequalities – use them.

Read the current application carefully before you start writing, because the exact requirements are listed there.

Step 4: Complete and Submit the Online Application

Go to the relevant Google scholarship application page at buildyourfuture.withgoogle.com
Provide your background information accurately
Upload the required documents, such as your resume/CV, academic transcripts and any reference letters
Submit essay responses within the stated word limit
Before submitting, check your form: ensure all fields are filled and correct
Submit before the deadline – late applications are not accepted
After submitting, check your email regularly for updates from Google

Tips to Strengthen Your Google Scholarship Application

Tip	Why It Matters
Apply to multiple scholarships	You may be eligible for more than one. Apply to all relevant scholarships to maximise your chances, and check the rules since previous recipients of some Google scholarships cannot reapply.
Start early	Essay quality drops when rushed. Start at least 4-6 weeks before the deadline.
Be specific in essays	Generic essays about “wanting to make a difference in technology” are not competitive. Use specific examples from your life, projects, or community work.
Highlight underrepresented background	Google scholarships value diversity. If you come from a rural area, first-generation college student background, or underrepresented community in tech, mention it clearly.
Strong LORs matter	Choose recommenders who know your work well and can speak specifically about your leadership and technical contributions. Give them enough time – request at least 4 weeks in advance.
Check the portal frequently	Google’s cycles have shifted to the summer months, so start checking the portal from around May and set a Google Alert for “Google scholarship 2027”.

Also Read: Indian Government Scholarships to Study Abroad 2026: Full List

Other Scholarships for Indian Students to Study Abroad

Google scholarships are just one option. Here are other scholarships Indian students commonly apply for alongside Google scholarships:

Scholarship	Amount	Who It Is For
Fulbright-Nehru Master’s Fellowship	Full funding: tuition + living + airfare + insurance	Indian students for master’s in USA; requires work experience; check USIEF for the current cycle
Tata Scholarship (Cornell)	Need-based financial aid	Indian undergraduate students at Cornell University
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters	Participation costs (including tuition) + about EUR 1,400/month for up to 24 months	Students in Europe for joint master’s programs; competitive, selected students only
DAAD Scholarships	Varies by program (monthly stipend, insurance, travel allowance)	Indian students for study and research in Germany
Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships	Full funding	Indian students for master’s in UK; check the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission for current rules
Chevening Scholarships	Fully funded one-year master’s in the UK	Indian citizens with leadership potential and work experience; funded by the UK government

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Also Read: Education Loan Eligibility Criteria Guide for Indian Students

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Google give scholarships to Indian students?

Yes, but only through specific programs and only to students who are already enrolled in a computer science or related degree. Indian students at universities in the Asia Pacific region (including India) can apply for the Generation Google Scholarship (APAC), which pays USD 2,500. There is no India-specific Google scholarship in the main programs. Check buildyourfuture.withgoogle.com for the current list.

Is there a Google scholarship for a master’s degree or for studying abroad?

The main Generation Google scholarships are for undergraduate students already enrolled in computer science or related fields, and they are not awarded for admission to a foreign university. Indian students who are already studying in the USA, Canada or Europe can apply to the regional scholarships if they meet the criteria. For master’s funding abroad, look at scholarships such as Erasmus Mundus, DAAD, Chevening and Fulbright-Nehru.

How much is the Generation Google Scholarship (APAC)?

Selected students receive a one-time award of USD 2,500 for the academic year. The North America scholarship pays USD 10,000 (or CAD 5,000), and Google’s Europe disability scholarship pays EUR 7,000.

When is the deadline for the Google scholarship?

It varies by scholarship and by year. The APAC deadline was 14 August 2025 and was reported as 31 August 2026 for the latest cycle, which has now closed. Recent cycles have opened in the summer, so check the official portal from around May 2027.

Can I apply for more than one Google scholarship?

You can apply to every scholarship you are eligible for, but previous recipients of some Google scholarships may not be able to reapply, and the Generation Google award is a one-time grant. Read the rules on each scholarship page before applying.