Indonesia LPDP Scholarship
Doctoral funding program for international researchers.
IndonesiaPhDFully FundedDeadline: March (exact day varies by annual call; confirm on official source)
Official source: LPDP Indonesia • Updated:
Indonesian Government KNB Scholarship
The KNB Scholarship doctoral track supports international PhD candidates from developing countries through Indonesia's national scholarship scheme. Applicants complete embassy-linked recommendation steps and submit through the official KNB portal, then pass administrative and academic selection stages. Scholarship components are defined by official KNB policy and confirmed at award stage.
IndonesiaPhDFully FundedDeadline: March 31, 2026 (published KNB 2026 registration close date; confirm final deadline on official portal)
Official source: Indonesian Government KNB Scholarship Portal (Kemdiktisaintek) • Last updated:
Eligibility
- Study location
- Indonesia
- Academic background
- Must meet admission/academic requirements for PhD 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
- Developing-country applicants under KNB eligibility rules
- Degree level
- PhD applicants with relevant Master's-level academic background
- Application route
- Indonesian Embassy/Consulate recommendation path plus online KNB submission
- Language requirement
- Must provide accepted language evidence as required in official call
- Age requirement
- Official degree-specific age cap applies
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
- Provider-dependent; some schemes include one-time travel support
- 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 support during preparatory and doctoral academic stages
- Monthly living allowance throughout funded period
- Research/book support components under KNB scholarship policy
- Health insurance support according to provider terms
- Arrival and return economy airfare support
Application process
- Review official KNB doctoral requirements and scholarship components
- Prepare required academic/recommendation documents through embassy process
- Submit online application on the KNB portal before deadline
- Follow administrative and substantive selection stages by KNB and host institutions
- If selected, complete acceptance, visa, and university enrollment procedures
- Account/nomination: Create an account or complete nomination/referral steps where the provider requires it.
Required documents
- Passport
- Master's degree certificate and academic transcripts
- CV
- Research proposal or study plan
- Recommendation documents required by KNB process
- Language proficiency evidence required by official rules
- CV/Resume
- Motivation letter / statement of purpose
- Admission letter / proof of enrollment (if required)
- Certified translations (if required)
- Medical / health certificate (if required)
- Any additional forms requested by the provider
Good to know
- If this is administered by a government body, confirm whether nominations, embassy steps, or quotas apply for your country.
- Funding is listed as Fully Funded. Confirm what is covered (tuition/stipend/travel/accommodation) on the official source.
- Deadlines and requirements can change. Always verify the latest instructions on the official provider website before applying.
- Be cautious with third-party sites. Use the official link and verify details directly with the provider.
FAQ
Is this fully funded?
This listing is marked as fully funded. Confirm what is covered (tuition, stipend, travel, accommodation) on the official source. Coverage can vary by program or provider, so read the official benefits section carefully.
Is IELTS mandatory?
Language requirements depend on the program/university/provider. Check the official source for the exact requirement and accepted tests or exemption pathways.
What is the deadline?
The deadline is listed as March 31, 2026 (published KNB 2026 registration close date; confirm final deadline on official portal). Always confirm the exact date and timeline on the official source.
Where do I apply?
Use the external official link on this page to reach the provider website. Scholarships Central does not accept applications or collect personal data for applications.
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