Are you an aspiring researcher seeking a fully funded PhD opportunity abroad? The prestigious Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) 2025 is now open for fully funded PhD scholarship applications!

Study at top Singaporean universities, collaborate with world-class researchers, and take your research career to new heights — fully funded scholarship for international students to study abroad!

SINGA Scholarship in Singapore 2025 Overview

Location: Singapore
Degree: PhD or EngD (Doctor of Engineering)
Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded (tuition, stipend, airfare, and settling-in allowance)
Duration: Up to 4 Years
Participating Institutions: A*STAR, NUS, NTU, SUTD, SMU, SIT
Open to: International Students Only
Deadline: June 1, 2025 (for January 2026 intake)

What is the Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA)?

SINGA is a bond-free, fully funded scholarship that enables international students to pursue their PhD or EngD education in Singapore.

Jointly offered by A*STAR, NUS, NTU, SUTD, SMU, and SIT, the award supports exceptional talents who are passionate about research across fields like Biomedical Sciences, Computing, Engineering, Physical Sciences, and more.

Graduates earn their PhD or EngD from one of Singapore’s leading universities while conducting research at world-renowned institutions.

Fields of Study Supported in SINGA PhD Scholarship

Biomedical Sciences
Computing and Information Sciences
Engineering and Technology
Physical Sciences

Research opportunities available at ASTAR Research Institutes and partner universities.*

Who Can Apply?

The scholarship is open to all international graduates with excellent academic records and a passion for research.

Eligibility Criteria:

Excellent academic records in undergraduate and/or master’s programs
Good proficiency in written and spoken English
Strong academic referees
Must not be a Singaporean citizen, Singapore Permanent Resident, or a current/former student in Singapore tertiary institutions

Scholarship Coverage

Full Tuition Fees (for up to 4 years)
Monthly Stipend:
- S$2,700 initially
- Increased to S$3,200 after passing the Qualifying Examination
One-Time Airfare Grant: Up to S$1,500
One-Time Settling-In Allowance: S$1,000
Estimated Living Costs: S$1,400 – S$2,000/month

Enjoy a vibrant multicultural environment, cutting-edge facilities, and opportunities to network globally while living in one of Asia’s safest and most dynamic countries.

How to Apply for SINGA 2025

Step 1: Browse research areas and projects of interest:

A*STAR Research Projects

NTU Research Schools

NUS Graduate School Research

SUTD Research Centres

SMU SCIS Research

SIT Applied Research

Step 2: Prepare the necessary documents:

Valid Passport
Recent passport-sized photo
Academic transcripts and certificates
Two Recommendation Letters (submitted online by referees)
Optional: GRE, TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, or GATE scores (if available)

Step 3: Apply online via the SINGA Application Portal.

Click Here to Apply Online

Important:

Choose the scholarship type “Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA)”.
Submit your application before June 1, 2025 (2359hrs GMT +8 Singapore Time).
Only complete applications with 2 recommendation reports will be processed.

Why Choose SINGA?

Fully Funded PhD/EngD at Top Universities in Singapore
International Research Exposure
Monthly Stipend and Financial Support
Multicultural Research Community
Work in Cutting-Edge Labs with Leading Scientists
No Bond After Graduation

Apply Now!

Take the next step toward an outstanding research career with the Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) 2025. Join a vibrant, dynamic community of global researchers and make your mark in Science and Engineering!