Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) – PhD Scholarship (AY 2026 Intake)

Offered by: Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), in partnership with Nanyang Technological University (NTU), National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), and Singapore Management University (SMU)

Deadline: December 1, 2025

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Who May Apply

International students from all countries seeking PhD studies in Singapore
Applicants with strong academic background in science, engineering, or related research fields
Individuals interested in full-time research programs
Candidates with strong academic references and research potential
Approximately 950+ scholarships awarded annually

Benefits

Scholars may enjoy the following benefits:

Full tuition fee coverage
Monthly stipend of S$2,700 (increased to S$3,200 after qualifying exam)
One-time airfare grant of S$1,500
One-time settling-in allowance of S$1,000
Opportunity to study and conduct research in top institutions in Singapore

Qualifications

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

Must be an international graduate with a strong academic record
Must demonstrate interest in research and academic excellence
Must have strong recommendation reports from academic referees
Must meet admission requirements of participating institutions
English test scores (e.g., IELTS/TOEFL) may not be required unless specified by the university