Government of Indonesia KNB Scholarship 2027 , Indonesia

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Program details

Key facts at a glance

Host country
Indonesia
Region
Asia
Institution
Indonesian Universities
Study level
PhD
Funding
Fully Funded

Program overview

Full description, requirements, and what to expect

The Directorate General of Higher Education of the Indonesian government offers the KNB Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang Scholarship), a fully financed international program designed to improve cultural and educational ties with developing nations. International students can use the scholarship to study bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in a variety of academic fields at some of Indonesia’s best public and private universities.

Selected students can concentrate entirely on their studies thanks to this program’s complete financial support, which pays for living expenses, health insurance, tuition, and other academic-related charges. Beyond the classroom, students are fully immersed in Indonesia’s varied cultural, linguistic, and social milieu, obtaining firsthand knowledge of one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant countries.

The KNB Scholarship is well known for its high academic requirements and its contribution to the training of future leaders. It gives students the chance to expand their global networks, deepen their understanding of other cultures, and cultivate leadership and professional abilities that support both their own development and the advancement of their own nations.

Host Country: Indonesia

University: Indonesian Universities

Opportunity Type: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD

Subject: All Subjects

Eligibility Country: International Students

Financial Coverage: Fully Funded

Deadline: March 31, 2026

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Requirements & preparation

Review eligibility, benefits, and documents before you apply

Eligibility criteria

11 requirements to review

  • Age restriction: Candidates must be older than 21.
  • Note — High school graduation is required; those with a bachelor’s degree are ineligible.
  • Also, English language proficiency: TOEFL ITP 477, TOEFL iBT 53, IELTS 5.5, or TOEIC 510 are the minimum scores needed.
  • Plus, A valid passport that is valid until at least December of the intake year is a prerequisite.
  • Requirement: Embassy endorsement: The applicant’s embassy must provide a recommendation letter.
  • Academic records: Academic transcripts that have been approved by the appropriate authorities.
  • Note — Nationality: Candidates must not be nationals of Indonesia.
  • Also, Academic standing: you must have a solid academic foundation.
  • Plus, Strong academic and/or professional recommendation letters are advised.
  • Requirement: Document language: English or Bahasa Indonesia must be used for all submitted documents.
  • Study dedication: Proven dedication to finishing education in Indonesia.

Benefits & funding

8 perks included · Fully Funded

  • Plus, Complete tuition reimbursement for the program’s duration.
  • Requirement: Living allowance per month to cover everyday costs.
  • Health insurance is offered for the duration of the study.
  • Note — A settlement stipend to assist with the initial costs of moving.
  • Also, Research and academic assistance to help pupils with their coursework.
  • Plus, Training in Bahasa Indonesia to facilitate social and academic integration.
  • Requirement: Activities involving cultural immersion to improve comprehension of Indonesian culture.
  • All-inclusive financing that enables students to concentrate entirely on their academic pursuits in Indonesia.

Required documents

Prepare these before you apply

  1. 1Also, Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  2. 2Plus, Scanned copy of a valid passport.
  3. 3Requirement: English language proficiency certificate (if required).
  4. 4Academic certificates and official transcripts.
  5. 5Note — Academic and professional recommendation letters.
  6. 6Also, Recommendation letter from the applicant’s embassy.
  7. 7Plus, Statement of purpose (required for postgraduate applicants).

Important dates

Deadlines and listing updates

  • Application deadlineRolling — applications accepted on an ongoing basis
  • Published on Opportunity StationJan 26, 2026
  • Last updatedJul 8, 2026

Participating location

Where this opportunity takes place

Indonesia · Asia

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Next step

Ready to apply?

Use the official application website to submit your application directly to the program organizer. The link opens in a new tab so you can keep this guide open.

https://glorno.com/index.php/2026/01/27/government-of-indonesia-knb-scholarship-2027-indonesia-fully-funded/

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