Indonesian Government KNB Scholarship

The Kemitraan Negara Berkembang (KNB) Scholarship is administered by the Indonesian Government for students from developing countries. At Bachelor's level, applicants are placed at participating universities in Indonesia and receive scholarship support based on official KNB rules, including academic funding and living support components. Final award terms depend on the official call and placement outcome.

IndonesiaBachelorsFully FundedDeadline: March 31, 2026 (widely published KNB 2026 registration close date; confirm exact closing time on the official portal)

Official source: Indonesian Government KNB Scholarship Portal (Kemdiktisaintek) • Last updated:

Eligibility

Study location
Indonesia
Academic background
Must meet admission/academic requirements for Bachelors study (check official source)
Admission required
Many providers require admission or a valid offer before funding decisions (confirm official source)
Minimum GPA/grades
Merit threshold is provider/program-dependent (confirm official source)
Work experience
Requirement varies by scholarship type and provider
Field of study
Program-dependent; applicants must match eligible disciplines listed by the provider
Residency requirement
May apply for country-targeted or region-targeted schemes
Document language/translations
Certified translations/legalization may be required for non-native-language documents
Current enrollment status
Depends on call rules (new-admit vs currently-enrolled categories may differ)
Eligible nationalities
Citizens of developing countries listed in the official KNB call
Degree level
Bachelor's applicants only
Education background
Secondary/high-school completion required under KNB admission rules
Embassy process
Recommendation route via Indonesian Embassy/Consulate is part of the application flow
Language requirement
English proficiency evidence is required according to official KNB requirements
Age requirement
Degree-specific age limits are defined in the official KNB requirements page

Benefits

Tuition
Listed as full (confirm coverage on official source)
Stipend
Varies by provider/call; check official source for amount and payment terms
Accommodation
Provider-dependent; may be included, subsidized, or unavailable by scheme
Travel
Included/available (check official source)
Health insurance
Coverage depends on scholarship conditions and host-country rules
Other benefits
Additional support may include research, books, or orientation allowances (scheme-dependent)
Visa/residence support
Some schemes provide limited support; verify visa-fee or permit support on official source
Application fee
Fee policy is portal/provider-specific; confirm before submission
  • Tuition fee support for language preparation and regular academic program (as defined by KNB)
  • Monthly living allowance during scholarship period
  • Research/book support components as listed in KNB scholarship components
  • Health insurance coverage under provider policy terms
  • Economy-class arrival and return airfare under KNB travel rules

Application process

  1. Download and review the official KNB offering letter and requirements
  2. Confirm requirements: Read the official instructions and confirm eligibility and the exact deadline (some providers have multiple rounds).
  3. Prepare documents and process required recommendation channel through Indonesian Embassy/Consulate
  4. Create account and submit complete online application on the official KNB portal
  5. Complete administrative and academic selection stages assigned by KNB and host universities
  6. Accept award and complete visa/enrollment procedures if selected

Required documents

  • Passport
  • Academic certificates and transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation letter or study statement
  • English proficiency evidence required by KNB
  • Embassy recommendation-related documents required by official process
  • CV/Resume
  • Language test score (IELTS/TOEFL) if required
  • Admission letter / proof of enrollment (if required)
  • Certified translations (if required)
  • Portfolio / research proposal (if required)
  • Medical / health certificate (if required)
  • Any additional forms requested by the provider

Good to know

  • The claim of '222 seats' is not consistently published in crawlable official text; verify the current quota directly in the official KNB announcement materials.
  • KNB benefits are program-regulated; read the current call for exact allowances and exclusions.
  • Do not rely on third-party social posts alone for dates; confirm on official KNB channels before submission.

FAQ

Is the KNB Scholarship available for Bachelor's study?

Yes. KNB includes Bachelor's programs at selected Indonesian universities under the official call.

Is IELTS always mandatory for KNB?

KNB requires language proficiency evidence, but accepted proof routes are defined by the official requirements page for the cycle.

What is the 2026 application deadline?

Public KNB 2026 notices widely list March 31, 2026; verify exact deadline timing on the official KNB portal before applying.

Does the scholarship include airfare and health insurance?

Yes, KNB scholarship components include travel and health-insurance support under official policy terms.

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Applications are completed on the official provider website. Be cautious with third-party sites and always verify scholarship details at the source.

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