Summary
The Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship (NPGS) is a prestigious and highly competitive scholarship offered by Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, to outstanding graduates and final-year students pursuing a full-time PhD. The scholarship recognizes candidates with exceptional academic, research, and leadership potential and provides a generous monthly stipend, tuition fee coverage, and additional allowances.
| Scholarship Details | Information |
|---|---|
| University | Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore |
| Scholarship | Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship (NPGS) |
| Degree | PhD |
| Study Mode | Full-time |
| Citizenship | All nationalities |
| Duration | Up to 4 years |
| International Student Stipend | S$4,300/month |
| Tuition Fee | Fully covered |
| Application Period | 1 November 2026 – 31 December 2026 |
| NIE Deadline | 30 December 2026 |
| Selection | By nomination; shortlisted candidates interviewed |
Designation
PhD Research Scholar / Doctoral Researcher
Research Area
Applicants can apply for PhD research programmes offered by NTU across various disciplines. Candidates should submit a research proposal aligned with their intended research area and programme.
Location
Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants must:
- Be of any nationality.
- Hold an Honours (Highest Distinction) Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Final-year undergraduate students may apply if they can provide official confirmation that they are on track to graduate with an Honours (Highest Distinction) degree or equivalent.
- Demonstrate outstanding academic, research, and leadership qualities.
- Meet the admission requirements of the relevant NTU PhD programme.
Scholarship Description
The Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship offers substantial financial support for up to 4 years, subject to satisfactory academic progress and availability of research funding.
For International Students:
- Monthly stipend: S$4,300
- Annual tuition fee covered
- Overseas Conference Allowance: Up to S$5,000 per financial year
- Book Allowance: S$500 annually
- IT Allowance: S$1,500 one-time
- Thesis Allowance: S$600 one-time during the final year
- Priority for campus accommodation
- No bond attached to the scholarship
International students are required to undertake teaching/laboratory supervision duties under NTU’s Graduate Assistantship Programme (GAP).
Note: Scholarship amounts and conditions are subject to change according to NTU policies.
How to Apply
Applications for Academic Year 2027–2028 can be submitted online through NTU’s graduate admissions application system during the scholarship application period.
Applicants should upload:
- Identification documents
- Educational qualifications in the original language and official English translation
- Research proposal
- Two referee reports
- Resume/CV
- Research publications, if applicable
- Test scores such as IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT or GATE, where applicable
The scholarship is by nomination only. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and evaluated by NTU as part of the selection process.
Application Portal: NTU Graduate Admissions Application
Last Date to Apply
31 December 2026
For National Institute of Education (NIE): 30 December 2026
Application opens: 1 November 2026
NIE applications open: 2 November 2026
