Program Overview
The fully funded ITS Global Excellence Scholarship 2026 in Indonesia offers international students the opportunity to pursue a PhD in Science, Technology, and Engineering. It covers full tuition fees, round-trip airfare, a monthly living stipend, and health insurance.
Benefits & Financial Coverage & Eligibility & Admission Criteria
The Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) in Surabaya, Indonesia, announces the opening of applications for the Global Excellence Scholarship for the 2026 academic year. This prestigious, fully funded program targets outstanding international students aiming to pursue a PhD in Science, Technology, or Engineering at one of Indonesia’s leading technological institutions.
📋 Scholarship Overview
| Field | Details |
| Host Country | Indonesia |
| Provider | Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) |
| Degree Level | Doctorate (PhD) |
| Eligible Nationalities | All Nationalities (International Students) |
| Funding Type | Fully Funded |
| Application Deadline | May 6, 2026 |
🎓 Available Fields of Study
The scholarship applies to academic programs within the following fields:
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Science.
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Technology.
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Engineering.
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Related fields.
💰 Funding & Benefits
The scholarship provides comprehensive financial coverage for one person only (does not include family allowance), including:
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✅ Full Tuition Fee Waiver (for a maximum of 6 semesters).
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✅ Coverage of Indonesian Language Course (BIPA) fees.
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✅ Monthly Living Stipend.
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✅ Health Insurance.
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✅ Visa and ITAS (residency permit) fees.
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✅ Round-trip Airfare.
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✅ One-time Settlement Allowance upon arrival.
📝 Eligibility Criteria & Required Documents
Applicants must meet the following criteria and prepare the required documents (Note: All documents must be in English):
Eligibility Criteria:
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Age: Maximum 35 years old by July 31, 2026.
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Academic Record: GPA of at least 3.25 (on a 4.00 scale) from the Master's degree.
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Publication Record: At least one international publication (journal or conference proceedings).
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English Proficiency: Valid test result (within the last two years) meeting the minimum scores:
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TOEFL ITP: 530
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TOEFL iBT: 71
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IELTS: 6.0
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TOEIC: 640
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Required Documents:
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Scan of official Passport (valid until at least December 31, 2026).
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Scanned copies of Master’s Degree Certificate and Transcripts (in English).
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At least two Letters of Recommendation from previous university faculty.
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Letter of Recommendation and Proof of Correspondence with a potential supervisor from ITS (mandatory).
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Statement of Purpose (detailing study goals, interest in Indonesia/research topic, and future plans) OR a Doctoral thesis proposal.
Important Formatting Note: Documents must be scanned and converted to electronic format (.jpeg or .jpg) with a maximum size of 300 KB per file.
🔗 Application Method & Official Links
Apply entirely online through the university's official portal:
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Fill out the application form via the link below.
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Upload all required documents in the specified .jpg format.
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🌐 Official Scholarship Website: Click Here
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📝 Direct Application Portal (SIMAD ITS): Click Here to Apply
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your research in the engineering of the future? The ITS scholarship is your best choice in Indonesia. Apply now and take your first step toward global academic success!
