Alumni UK Grant Programme 2026–27

The Alumni UK Grant Programme 2026–27 offers grants of up to £5,000 to support innovative, impactful, and collaborative projects led by international UK alumni. Whether you're launching a new initiative or scaling an existing one, this is your opportunity to turn ideas into action.

What We’re Looking For

We support projects that:

• Deliver measurable impactIntroduce innovative or creative approaches
• Strengthen collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Are feasible within 5-6 months

Thematic Focus Areas

Climate Action & Sustainability

Projects addressing climate change and environmental sustainability through practical, community-driven or creative approaches.

Inclusion, Reducing Inequality & Empowerment

Projects that promote inclusion, expand opportunities, and empower underrepresented or marginalised groups.

Who Can Apply?

You must:

• Be a UK alumnus (at least one term of study at a UK institution)
• Be a national of and currently resident in an eligible country: Brazil, China, France, Germany, Greece, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Turkey, UAE, Vietnam
• Submit one application only
• Be independent of political affiliations

Funding & Timeline

• Grants of up to £5,000
• Project duration: 5-6 months
• Call opens: 06 July 2026
• Deadline: 07 August 2026, 4 PM PKT
• Results announced: September 2026
• Projects run: September 2026 – February 2027

 What You’ll Gain

• Funding to deliver your project
• Access to a global alumni network
• Opportunities for learning and collaboration
• Participation in a global showcase event

Download the application documents and submit your completed application and all required documents by email to marium.qadir@britishcouncil.org.pk by 07 August 2026, 04.00 PM PKT.

Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.

 If you have any questions, please contact your local British Council country team at marium.qadir@britishcouncil.org.pk (Pakistan).