Fully Funded Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) 2026

The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a prestigious, fully funded Ph.D./Eng.D. scholarship program initiated by A*STAR and partnered with leading Singaporean universities (NTU, NUS, SMU, SUTD, SIT). It provides outstanding international graduates with the opportunity to pursue world-class research in science, engineering, and technology. With no bond, it fosters innovation, global networking, and career advancement.

Overview of Fully Funded Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) 2026

• Scholarship Name: Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) 2026

• Host Country: Singapore

• Organizers: A*STAR; NTU, NUS, SMU, SUTD, SIT

• Degree Level: Ph.D. or Eng.D.

• Fields: Biomedical Sciences; Computing & Information Sciences; Engineering & Technology; Physical Sciences

• Duration: Up to 4 years

Eligible Countries

Open to all international students (excluding Singapore citizens/PR and those already studying in Singapore)

Participating Institutions

• A*STAR Research Institutes

• Nanyang Technological University (NTU)

• National University of Singapore (NUS)

• Singapore Management University (SMU)

• Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)

• Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Scholarship Benefits

• Full tuition for the entire PhD/EngD duration

• Monthly stipend: $2,700, rising to $3,200 after Qualifying Exams

• Airfare grant: $1,500 (one-time)

• Settling-in allowance: $1,000 (one-time)

• Priority access to on-campus housing

Eligibility Criteria

• International applicants (no Singapore citizens/PR or expats studying in Singapore)

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with excellent academic records

• Demonstrated research interest and potential

• Proficiency in English (IELTS/TOEFL as required)

• Two strong academic/reference letters

Required Documents

• Valid passport and photo (JPEG/PNG)

• Academic transcripts and degree certificates (with English translations)

• Two academic recommendation letters

• GRE/GMAT scores optional; include TOEFL/IELTS if required

Application Process

1. Select research areas/projects from A*STAR and partner universities

2. Apply online via the SINGA portal – submit all documents, including references

3. If applying to NTU, also submit NTU GRAS application

4. Shortlisting & interviews conducted over the following ~12 weeks

5. Final selection announced after interviews; prepare for programme start

Timeline

Applications Open: June 2, 2025 (For August Intake)

Application Deadline: December 1, 2025

Shortlisting Notification: Within 12 weeks after deadline (Dec 2025–Mar 2026)

Interviews: January–March 2026

Final Offers: April 2026

Programme Commencement: August 2026