SINGA Graduate Research Scholarship 2025
SINGA is currently offering the SINGA Graduate Research Scholarship, a bond-free award given to international students who have excelled academically in their undergraduate and/or graduate studies and have a strong desire to conduct research at a Singaporean university to earn a Ph.D. or an EngD in Science and Engineering.
SINGA Graduate Research Scholarship
The Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), Singapore Management University (SMU), and Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) have partnered to offer the Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA).
Merit-based Singapore overseas Graduate Award scholarships are given to exceptional overseas students who have never had the opportunity to study for free in Singapore.
For those who choose to pursue a PhD overseas, the fully financed Singapore International Graduate Award 2026 is a fantastic option.
The SINGA scholarship will cover the entire cost of tuition and housing. A*STAR research institutes, NTU, NUS, SUTD, SMU, or SIT are among the institutions where interested students can pursue PhD or EngD training.
Students who successfully finish are awarded a PhD or EngD degree by NTU, NUS, SUTD, SMU, or SIT.
Benefits of SINGA Graduate Research Scholarship
1. Up to four years of PhD study are supported by the prize, which covers tuition costs.
2. A monthly allowance of S$2,700 will be raised to S$3,200 upon clearing the qualifying exam.
3. A one-time award of up to S$1,500 for airfare.
4. S$1,000 one-time settling-in allowance.
Requirements for SINGA Graduate Research Scholarship
1. All overseas graduates with a strong interest in research and a strong academic record are welcome to apply.
2. Note: International students who are studying in Singapore for the first time are the main target audience for SINGA. Eligibility excludes Singaporeans, Singapore Permanent Residents, and foreign students enrolled in or formerly enrolled in Singaporean postsecondary educational institutions.
3. Strong command of both written and spoken English.
4. Academic referees gave positive reports.
Application Documents
Before applying, make sure you have the necessary documents ready.
Note: DO NOT mail materials in hard copy to the Singapore Office. All required paperwork must be turned in online.
1. A current passport-sized photo (in .jpeg or .png format)
2. A valid passport.
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Transcripts & Reports:
Every transcript must be translated into English.
Mandatory:
1. Academic transcripts for a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
2. Bachelor’s degree certificate or scroll, or if your degree certificate or scroll has not yet been awarded, a letter of certification from the university on your candidacy.
3. Two recommendation reports (which the referees must fill out and turn in electronically).
4. As part of the university’s admission requirements, the university might ask you to provide satisfactory GRE results.
5. Results from the IELTS, TOEFL, SAT I and II, and GATE are optional and may be sought by the institution for admission at a later time.
Application Deadline
December 1, 2025
How to Apply
Please take a moment to read the crucial information below.
1. Since the information will be needed for verification when you log in for the first time, please make sure it is correct when you register for an account on the application site.
2. After checking in, please make sure you apply for the appropriate scholarship—the “Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA)”—through the application site.
3. It is not appropriate to mail hard copies of documents to the Singapore Office.
4. Kindly send in your applications as soon as you can. Since only applications with two recommendation reports will be reviewed, this will give your referees plenty of time to submit their online recommendation reports before the application deadline.
5. Before submitting the online application, please make sure that all of the information you have supplied is accurate and correct. Once the application has been submitted, it cannot be changed.
Frequently Asked Questions
The following are some queries and responses that you might have and would like clarification on:
1. How Much is the Monthly Stipend for SINGA Scholarship?
Tuition support in full for four years. A S$2,700 monthly salary and an additional S$500 per month following four years of passing the PhD qualifying exams.
A one-time grant of S$1,000 for settling in. S$1,500 one-time airfare grant.
2. Will Graduate Students Be More Competitive Than Undergraduates?
Graduate students’ research experiences will be given more weight in their evaluations. The project proposal and interview process determine a candidate’s success.
3. Do I Need a Master’s Degree to Apply?
No, a master’s degree isn’t always required. As long as they fulfill the academic and research requirements, students who have earned their bachelor’s degree can apply directly to SINGA. A Master’s degree, however, can improve your application.
4. Is IELTS or TOEFL Required for SINGA?
IELTS or TOEFL scores are strongly advised, particularly if you are from a non-English speaking background, even if they are not necessarily required at the time of admission.
These scores could also be requested by specific universities as part of their admissions requirements.
Proficiency in both written and spoken English is crucial and could be evaluated during the interview. Scores from the GRE, SAT I and II, and GATE are optional but can be submitted.
5. Who is Eligible to Apply for SINGA?
All overseas graduates with a strong interest in research and stellar academic records are eligible to apply to SINGA.
Generally speaking, this refers to non-Singaporeans and non-permanent residents who have never attended a Singaporean university.
6. How Many Awards Are Offered Each Year?
Twice a year, in August and January, SINGA awards are given out.
7. Are Interviews Face-to-face or Virtual?
Typically, SINGA interviews take place electronically using tools like Zoom or Skype.
8. Can My Spouse or Family Accompany Me to Singapore During My PhD Study?
Yes, unmarried children under the age of 17 and accompanying spouses are eligible to apply for a social visit pass (Long-Term Visit Pass).
You will be in charge of your dependents’ living expenditures, nevertheless, as the SINGA scholarship does not offer further financial assistance. Purchasing hospitalization and personal accident insurance for them is also advised.
