u/RevenuePrudent2961

Hi everyone! I’m applying for GKS-G 2027 for a Master’s program.

I’m from India and I recently graduated under NEP 2020. My university/college currently gives students a Provisional & Character Certificate, but the final degree certificate is expected to be issued much later (possibly around 1–1.5 years after graduation).

The provisional certificate confirms that I successfully completed my final examination and includes other details, but it does not mention the exact date of graduation. It also states that it is not equivalent to the final certificate issued by the Controller of Examinations.

According to the GKS guidelines, the graduation certificate/provisional certificate should indicate the exact date of graduation.

So I wanted to ask Indian GKS applicants/scholars:

• What did you submit if your university had not issued the final degree yet?
• Is a Provisional Degree/Graduation Certificate from the university's Controller of Examinations acceptable?
• What exactly should the provisional certificate mention?
• If the university does not issue the final degree for 1–1.5 years, what document did you use for GKS?
• Did anyone from an Indian university under NEP 2020 face the same situation?

I would really appreciate advice from anyone who has gone through this, especially recent GKS applicants from India. Thank you! ❤️

Hi everyone! I’m preparing my application for GKS-G 2027 (Master’s) and I’m currently working on my Letter of Recommendation (LOR).

I would really appreciate advice from people who have previously applied for or received GKS, especially graduate applicants.

Could you please help me understand:

• What is the required format/structure of the GKS LOR?
• What should the recommender include in the letter?
• What qualities does GKS look for in a strong recommendation letter?
• Should the LOR focus more on academic ability, research potential, leadership, extracurricular activities, personality, or future goals?
• How long should the LOR ideally be?
• Is there a specific template or form that the recommender must use?
• Does the recommender need to sign and stamp the letter?
• Does GKS require the recommender to submit it directly, or does the applicant upload it?
• Are there any specific things that applicants should avoid mentioning?
• If anyone has successfully received GKS, what made your LOR strong in your opinion?

I’m applying for a Master’s in International Relations at EWHA WOMANS UNIVERSITY, so advice from anyone with a similar background would be especially helpful.

I’m not asking anyone to share a private LOR. I mainly want to understand the official requirements and what successful applicants/recommenders generally included.

Thank you so much! ❤️

Hi everyone! I’m preparing my application for GKS-G 2027 (Master’s) and I’m currently working on my Letter of Recommendation (LOR).

I would really appreciate advice from people who have previously applied for or received GKS, especially graduate applicants.

Could you please help me understand:

• What is the required format/structure of the GKS LOR?
• What should the recommender include in the letter?
• What qualities does GKS look for in a strong recommendation letter?
• Should the LOR focus more on academic ability, research potential, leadership, extracurricular activities, personality, or future goals?
• How long should the LOR ideally be?
• Is there a specific template or form that the recommender must use?
• Does the recommender need to sign and stamp the letter?
• Does GKS require the recommender to submit it directly, or does the applicant upload it?
• Are there any specific things that applicants should avoid mentioning?
• If anyone has successfully received GKS, what made your LOR strong in your opinion?

I’m applying for a Master’s in International Relations at EWHA WOMANS UNIVERSITY, so advice from anyone with a similar background would be especially helpful.

I’m not asking anyone to share a private LOR. I mainly want to understand the official requirements and what successful applicants/recommenders generally included.

Thank you so much! ❤️

Hi everyone, I'm from India and will be applying for GKS 2027, University Track, Ewha GSIS, International Relations major. I've put together my Personal Statement and Study Plan and would really appreciate honest feedback from anyone who has been through the GKS process — especially those who were selected, since your perspective would help me understand what actually worked. All feedback is welcome, including from those who weren't selected.

Happy to share my documents via DM if anyone is willing to take a look. Thank you so much in advance!