Program Description: 

Title: Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) 2026

Application deadline: 1 December 2025

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Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) 2026: Overview

The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a prestigious, fully funded scholarship for international students with outstanding academic records and a strong passion for research. It is offered by the Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR) in collaboration with top Singaporean universities:

• Nanyang Technological University (NTU)

• National University of Singapore (NUS)

• Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)

• Singapore Management University (SMU)

• Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Successful candidates will pursue PhD or EngD programs at these institutions and conduct research at world-class facilities under the mentorship of renowned scientists.

Participating Universities & Degrees Offered

Research Areas

• Biomedical Sciences

• Computing & Information Sciences

• Engineering & Technology

• Physical Sciences

Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) 2026: Eligibility Criteria

• Open to all international graduates with excellent academic results
• Good proficiency in English (written & spoken)
• Strong academic referee reports

❗ Note:

• SINGA is mainly for students applying to study in Singapore for the first time

• Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and those who have studied in Singapore before are not eligible

Scholarship Benefits

• Tuition fees fully covered (up to 4 years)
• Monthly stipend:
• S$2,700 (increases to S$3,200 after passing the qualifying exam)
  One-time airfare grant: S$1,500
  Settling-in allowance: S$1,000

Estimated Living Costs in Singapore: S$1,400 – S$2,000/month

Application Requirements

• Valid Passport
• Recent Passport-sized Photo (.jpeg/.png)
• Academic Transcripts (Bachelor’s/Master’s)
• Degree Certificates or proof of candidature
• Recommendation Letters (submitted online by referees)
• Optional: GRE/IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GATE scores (may be requested later)

Application Process

• Browse PhD/EngD Research Projects on the SINGA website
• Prepare the required documents
• Complete the online application at the official portal
• Ensure referees submit recommendation reports before the deadline