Yes - but the money is more fragmented and more competitive than most applicants expect, and very little of it covers a full course. Here is where it comes from and how to approach it.
The main sources
University scholarships. The largest practical source. Most UK universities offer international or country-specific awards, usually as a partial fee reduction. These are the ones most worth your time because the pool is smaller.
Government-funded schemes. Prestigious, fully funded programmes exist - Chevening being the best known for Indian applicants, alongside Commonwealth scholarships for eligible courses. These are extremely competitive, have early deadlines, and often require work experience and a service commitment.
Departmental and subject awards. Smaller, less advertised, and therefore less contested. Ask the department directly - they frequently know about funds the central website does not highlight.
External trusts and corporate schemes, including Indian foundations and employer sponsorship.
How to be realistic
Most successful students assemble funding rather than winning one prize: a partial university scholarship, family contribution, savings, an education loan, and part-time earnings within visa limits. Plan on that model.
What actually improves your chances
- Apply early. Many awards have deadlines months before course start, and some require you to hold an offer first - so apply for the course early too.
- Apply to the less obvious ones. Everyone applies for the famous scholarships; departmental and alumni awards get far fewer applicants.
- Answer the actual question. Scholarship essays are scored against criteria - impact, leadership, need, fit. Address them explicitly.
- Write it yourself, specifically for that award. Generic recycled essays are obvious and score badly.
- Ask the university directly what you are eligible for, once you hold an offer. Admissions teams answer this question all day.
The honest caution
Ignore any agent or website charging a fee to "secure" a scholarship. Legitimate awards do not work that way.
Next step
LSBUK publishes its own funding information - see scholarships and funding, or contact admissions to ask what applies to your situation.