KNB Scholarship 2026: Fully Funded Indonesian Government Scholarship for International Students 

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Short Summary

The KNB (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang) Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded program by the Government of Indonesia for students from developing countries to study in Indonesia. It supports Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees at 47 partner universities. The scholarship promotes international cooperation and cultural exchange while building future global leaders. Selection involves document verification, academic assessment, and interviews. Applications open from February to March 2026, with final results announced in June 2026.

Host / University / Organization

• Government of Indonesia

• Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology

• 47 Partner Universities across Indonesia

Level of Study

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Master’s Degree

• Doctoral (PhD) Degree

Scholarship Value / Benefits

• Full tuition support

• Academic placement in selected Indonesian universities

• Support for international students’ education and training
  (Exact financial breakdown provided in official guideline)

Eligible Countries

Applicants from developing countries across:

• Africa

• Asia

• Pacific

• South America

• Eastern Europe

Eligibility Criteria (Key Points)

• Citizen of a developing country

• Valid passport (valid until at least 31 December 2027)

• Strong academic background

• English proficiency (TOEFL / IELTS / TOEIC or equivalent)

• Recommendation letters (Embassy, academic, employer)

• Meet age limits for chosen degree level

• Good physical and mental health

Application Timeline

• Application Submission: 02 Feb – 31 Mar 2026

• Embassy Verification: 06 Apr – 17 Apr 2026

• Directorate Verification: 20 Apr – 30 Apr 2026

• Academic Selection: 04 May – 12 Jun 2026

• Announcement: 19 Jun 2026

• Re-Registration: 22 Jun – 26 Jun 2026

How to Apply

1. Download the KNB Offering Letter

2. Obtain a recommendation letter from the Indonesian Embassy

3. Prepare required documents

4. Complete the online application

5. Attend interviews and academic selection stages

Additional Notes / Requirements

• Applicants from Africa must submit a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate

• A 5-minute YouTube video introduction is mandatory

• Certain marital and health conditions apply

• Documents must be in English or Bahasa Indonesia

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the KNB Scholarship 2026: Fully Funded Indonesian Government Scholarship for International Students