World Wildlife Fund of Nepal (WWF) Scholarships 2017 for National Students in Nepal
World Wildlife Fund of Nepal (WWF) Scholarships 2025 for National Students in Nepal

Master’s Degree

Fully Funded Scholarships for Nepali Students

2025 / 2026 Scholarships in Nepal

World Wildlife Fund Scholarships 2025

The WWF of Nepal is awarding scholarships to Nepalese students through the Chandra Gurung trusts. These scholarships are for students who desire to study Masters degrees at various universities. These scholarships are designed to help extremely outstanding Nepalese students pursue higher education.
The Chandra Gurung Memorial Fellowship was launched to recognize the late Dr. Chandra Prasad Gurung’s outstanding achievements to biodiversity protection in Nepal during his lifetime. The WWF has started a memorial scholarship fund in honor of the late Chandra Gurung and his unwavering dedication to conservation.

This program will provide financial aid to Nepalese conservationists seeking a Master’s degree in conservation-related subjects. In honor of Chandra’s premature and terrible death, WWF will help to develop a new generation of conservation leaders to address the myriad challenges Nepal faces in protecting its unique natural legacy.

Field of Study / Subjects

Applicants can choose any field for their Masters degree courses, which are available at several universities under this grant. These fields can include nature conservation, environmental biology, and biodiversity.
Other current Scholarships in Nepal are available for a variety of degrees and courses throughout the country.

Number of Scholarships

This scholarship plan offers a large number of scholarships.

Duration of Scholarship

A two-year Masters degree program.

Scholarship Description / Details

This scholarship provides various benefits:

The Chandra Gurung Memorial Fellowship

  • The fellowship recipient will receive Nepali rupees 482,000.00 over two years to cover expenses for  books, living,  thesis research costs, supplies, and tuition costs for a Master’s degree in conservation at a Nepali university.
  • Scholars will get the opportunity to engage with WWF personnel about conservation efforts in Nepal.
  • If required, WWF has the exclusive right to reduce or share the scholarship reward among deserving applicants.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria.

  • Applicants must be Nepalese nationals with a valid passport.
  • Eligible applicants must have good academic records.
  • The applicant must be in the 24- to 30-year-old age range.
  • The applicant must have applied for or been accepted into a master’s program at a Nepali institution in a field linked to conservation.
  • The applicant must be enrolled in their first semester of college.

Selection

A competitive, merit-based selection process is used to choose Chandra Gurung Memorial Fellows. After reviewing all qualified submissions and interviewing finalists, a selection committee is formed to select the recipient taking into account the following criteria:
• Professional credentials as evidenced by field colleagues’ recommendations, previous and current conservation-related roles, publications, and other sources.
• Leadership via volunteer work, extracurricular activities, and community service, among other things.
• Prior academic success as demonstrated by grades, honors, teacher and professor recommendations, and other indicators.
• The determination and commitment to support conservation efforts in Nepal.

How to Apply / Download Scholarship Form / Documents Required

Applicants who would like to apply for this scholarship:

  • Complete each page of the application.
  • Add your name to the upper right corner of each application form page.
  • Sign or digitally sign the “Applicant Agreement” page.
  • A comprehensive application dossier includes a
    A filled-out application
    2. Two recommendation letters
    3. Certificates and transcripts of study
    4. Proof of enrollment in your course of study, if you have already been accepted;
  1. Any further supporting documentation for your application. Please refer to the “Application Checklist” for more details.
    • Save a copy of your application dossier for your records.
    • Submit scanned copies of your application to memorialscholarships@wwfnepal.org or mail it to the address on the preceding page, together with the recommended documents indicated in the checklist.

Applications without necessary documentation will not be evaluated.

Attach all the necessary documents.

  • To apply, submit a completed application form, a signed Personal Service Agreement, and two letters of recommendation from teachers, professors, or professional colleagues. Family members’ letters of recommendation will not be accepted.
  • Provide a copy of your academic transcripts and certificates.
    • Copy of citizenship certificate.
  • A CV or résumé.
    • Provide documentation of acceptance or application to the Master of Science program.
    • University admission exam results.
    • Please provide copies of any prizes or certificates you have received.
    • Send copies of abstracts from published journal articles, research initiatives, and conference papers. Do not send the complete document.

Contact us:

All applications must have been stamped, emailed, or hand delivered by this time. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Please email the completed application to:

  • Chandra Gurung Memorial Fellowship
  • WWF Nepal
  • Post Box 7660
  • Baluwatar, Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Tel: +97714534820
  • Fax: +97714538458

Last Date to Apply / Deadline: 

The Chandra Gurung Memorial Fellowship application date is April 15th (year).

Official Website: 

Just go the following official URL to get further information

https://www.wwfnepal.org/get_involved/memorial_scholarships/