The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) 2026

1. Program Overview

The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) 2026 is a fully funded scholarship awarded to outstanding international graduates who demonstrate excellent academic results and a strong passion for research, enabling them to pursue a PhD or Doctor of Engineering degree in one of Singapore’s leading institutions. This collaborative award is offered by A*STAR, NTU, NUS, SUTD, SMU, and SIT.

2. Degree Programs and Options

Applicants can choose to pursue a PhD or Doctor of Engineering in research areas of science or engineering at one of the participating institutions (A*STAR, NTU, NUS, SUTD, SMU, or SIT). Upon successful completion, graduates receive their respective doctoral degree from the awarding institution.

3. Eligibility Criteria

• Who Can Apply:
  Open to international graduates with a strong academic record and a passion for research.
  Note: SINGA is primarily intended for international students studying in Singapore for the first time. Singapore citizens, permanent residents, or those who have studied at a Singaporean institution are not eligible.

• Language Proficiency:
  Good command of English, both written and spoken.

• Academic References:
  Strong endorsements from academic referees.

4. Scholarship Benefits

The SINGA Scholarship provides support for up to 4 years of doctoral study, including:

• Tuition Fees

• Monthly Stipend: S$2,700 per month, increased to S$3,200 per month after passing the qualification exam*

• One-Time Travel Grant: Up to S$1,500 for an airfare ticket

• One-Time Settling Allowance: S$1,000

• Estimated Living Expenses in Singapore (per student, per month):

  • Food (University cafeterias): S$250–350

  • Off-campus meals: S$450–600

  • Accommodation (on-campus, single room): S$400–700

  • Local transportation: S$100–150

  • Other expenses (stationery, laundry, toiletries, leisure, etc.): S$400–500

  • Total Estimated Cost: S$1,400 to S$2,000 per month

5. Application Process

Applicants should first review the available doctoral research projects in their fields of interest.
All required documents must be submitted online; no paper documents are to be sent. The required documents include:

• Valid Passport

• Recent Passport Photo (in .jpeg or .png format)

• Transcripts and Academic Reports (all translated into English)

• Any additional required documents as specified on the SINGA website

For more information and to apply, please visit the Official Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) 2026 Website