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Global Korea Scholarship – GKS Apostille Services

Global Korea Scholarship – GKS Apostille Services

Many Indian students are choosing South Korea for higher studies, advanced research opportunities and international career growth. The South Korean government provide scholarships known as GKS to help international talented students by covering a living allowance, free study and airfare. 

For Worldwide students, the GKS offer a chance to experience Korean traditions, learn a new language, and create career connections with students from different countries. Although submitting before your application to GKS Korea University, it is important to verify whether your educational certificates require legalization for official acceptance in South Korea. 

South Korea is a member of the Hague Convention, allowing Korean authorities to accept MEA-apostilled documents. We provide GKS Apostille services in India. If you are planning to study in Korea, you must know the following details.

Global Korea Scholarship Graduate 

The GKS Graduate 2026 Program is essential for students who have completed their degree and want a dream postgraduate journey in various academic and professional fields based on their educational background and career goals. It is handled by the National Institute for International Education (NIIED) under South Korea’s education authorities.  

Key Highlights of GKS Graduate Scholarship
Scholarship for Master’s, Doctoral, and Research programs
Opportunity to study at selected Korean universities
Financial support for selected international students
Academic and research opportunities in South Korea
Application through Embassy Track or University Track, depending on applicant preference and eligibility

Applying for this scholarship and preparing educational certificates such as degree certificate apostille and transcripts according to the requirements is most important. Proper certificate authentication by issuing authorities makes it easy to be accepted in the admission process and scholarship in Korea.

📌 Note:

GKS requirements are subject to change each year. Check Korean scholarship for Indian students​ and follow updated GKS Graduate Program 2026 guidelines before applying.

General Eligibility Requirements for GKS Applicants 

To get the Global Korea Scholarship in 2026, you should follow the general Admission requirements:

Nationality

Applicants and their parents must not hold Korean citizenship.

Educational Qualification

The student must have the required Degree for their selected study program.

Academic Record

Should meet the required GPA and academic standards.

Age

Must fulfil the age criteria mentioned in the GKS guidelines.

Health

Should meet the required health conditions for studying in Korea.

Language Skills

Korean or English Language must be required based on the program.

Required Documents for GKS Application 

Candidates generally need to prepare the following documents for the Global Leader Scholarship Korea University. 

GKS Scholarship 2026 Undergraduate Application Form
Personal Statement
Study Plan
Recommendation Letters
Graduation Certificate
Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy or Identification Document
Proof of Citizenship Documents
Research Proposal
Personal Medical Assessment Form
Awards, Publications, or Additional Certificates (If Applicable)

Other Supporting Documents required by the Embassy of Korea​ or the University.

How to Apply for the Global Korea Scholarship?

Applying for the GKS candidate should follow the official application process carefully.  Applicants can apply for a 2 way scholarship through the Embassy Track or the University Track.

Embassy Track
University Track
Check Eligibility

Review GKS requirements before applying through the Korean Embassy.

1
Check Eligibility

Check requirements and choose a GKS-designated university.

Prepare Documents

Prepare required documents as per GKS guidelines.

2
Prepare Documents

Prepare documents according to university requirements.

Submit Application

Submit your application and documents to the Korean Embassy in India before the deadline.

3
Submit Application

Submit your application directly to the selected scholarship for korean university​.

First Selection

The Korean Embassy reviews applications and recommends suitable candidates for the next stage.

4
First Selection

The university evaluates applications and selects candidates based on its review process.

Final Review

Recommended candidates undergo final evaluation by GKS authorities in South Korea.

5
Final Review

Selected candidates are reviewed according to GKS final selection procedures.

Final Result & Admission

Successful applicants receive the final selection result and complete admission procedures.

6
Final Result & Admission

Successful applicants receive confirmation from the university and proceed with the enrollment process.

Submit Educational certificates, transcripts, and other required documents. Some educational documents may need Apostille certification. 

List of Documents That Need An Apostille For GKS 

The documents below require an Apostille for the Global Scholarship Graduate Program:

Highest Educational Qualification Certificate
Degree Certificate
Provisional Certificate (If Applicable)
Mark Sheets / Grade Records
Certificate of Graduation
University-Issued Academic Documents
📌 Note:

The MEA Apostille is required based on the latest GKS rules, university guidelines, and the submitted document type.

How to Get Apostille Documents for the GKS?

For the Korean government scholarship, educational certificates such as degree certificates and transcripts must be certified by MEA before submission. The Apostille verifies the authenticity of certificates and ensures they are accepted for Study in South Korea​.

The apostille process includes a series of important steps, involving document review, State government & MEA authentication. At Prime Apostille Services, we understand the importance of your time and documents. From Apostille processing to final delivery, our team manages the entire process with regular updates at every stage.

01
Contact Our Team
Share your document details and GKS application requirements with our experts. Our team will guide you through the Apostille process and explain the required steps.
02
Document Verification
Send your document through blue dart to other courier services. Then the documents are verified by the concerned authorities or issuing institutions to confirm their authenticity.
03
State-Level Verification
HRD Attestation is required to authenticate degree certificates issued by universities. The concerned State HRD Department verifies the educational document and confirms its authenticity.
04
MEA Apostille
The verified documents are submitted to the Ministry of External Affairs (India) for Apostille certification.
05
Final Delivery
After process completion, we deliver the apostilled document to your home. That is valid to be directly submitted with the GKS scholarship application.

PAS provides end-to-end assistance for Apostille services and document legalization at an affordable price. We always stand by your side whenever you need help without compromise in quality of support.

Instructions for GKS Application Form Submission
Review the latest GKS guidelines before filling out the form.
Student’s English name exactly as it appears on your passport.
Complete all required sections, including the study plan and personal statement.
Select the appropriate university and program.
Arrange documents according to the required format.
Check Apostille or authentication requirements if needed.
Other language documents are not accepted, so submit all important documents in English or Korean only.
Review the form carefully before submission.
Submit the form within the GKS scholarship 2026 deadline.
Trusted Apostille Assistance

Need Help with Apostille Documents for GKS?

State HRD Department or concerned authorities for educational document verification, where applicable.

Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), India, for Apostille certification of educational documents.

Expert Apostille service providers to assist with document verification, submission, tracking, and secure delivery.

Applying for GKS? We simplify the Apostille process for your educational documents, making the process simple, fast, and hassle-free.

Frequently Asked Questions

The processing time varies based on document verification and MEA processing. It is recommended to start the process well before the GKS application deadline.
Some universities or application tracks may require Apostille-certified educational documents for the GKS scholarship application.
Acceptance depends on the document requirements of the Korean university for apostilled documents.
No, students should follow the official rules regarding original documents, notarized copies, and Apostille requirements.
Generally, recommendation letters do not require an Apostille unless specifically requested by the university or GKS guidelines.
Yes, you can submit multiple educational documents for Apostille processing together.
You should consult with our team member before submission, as damaged or altered documents may require additional verification.
Yes, Prime Apostille service completes the procedure on your behalf with document submission and processing.
Yes, for educational documents, state-level verification such as HRD authentication is required before obtaining the MEA Apostille.
Yes, documents can be processed for Apostille after completing the required verification procedures from any Indian state.