For exceptional overseas candidates studying science and technology, the Singapore overseas Graduate Award (SINGA) 2026 offers a fully financed PhD fellowship. SINGA, which is provided through a partnership between A*STAR, NTU, NUS, and SUTD, pays for tuition, housing, and research assistance. Students will do research at renowned institutions, and all instruction is given in English. Scholars gain access to cutting-edge labs, international networking opportunities, and excellent mentorship. The English-speaking, multicultural environment of Singapore is perfect for both academic and personal development. In order to establish Singapore as a center of innovation, the fellowship solely funds full-time PhD programs and seeks to draw in international talent. SINGA provides a four-year research program that equips students for globally influential research careers.
Eligibility Criteria
- All foreign graduates with a high academic record and a love of research are welcome.
- English proficiency, both in writing and speaking, is required.
- Academic referees must provide a favorable recommendation.
- It is required to have a bachelor’s degree while applying.
- Candidates need to have a strong academic record.
- Although a certificate may be requested by host colleges, there is no mandatory necessity for an English proficiency test.
- Eligibility is limited to applicants for PhD programs in science and engineering.
- We do not accept applications for PhD programs in the arts, humanities, or similar subjects.
- Additional selection criteria may be used by A*STAR; they could change at any time and without warning.
Country: Singapore
Financial coverage: Fully Funded
Benefits
- The Singapore Government Scholarship waives all tuition fees.
- Scholarship applicants will get a one-time SGD 1,000 settling-in payment.
- A single award for airfare up to SGD 1,500 is given.
- After completing the qualifying exam, the SGD 2,700 monthly pay was raised to SGD 3,200.
- the chance to study for a PhD in Singapore without having to worry about money.
- opportunity to finish a PhD program overseas with full funding.
- access to worldwide labs and top-notch research facilities via the SINGA Award 2026.
