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Indonesian Government KNB Scholarship 2026

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Applicant criteria

  • NationalityUnited Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Djibouti, Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Mauritania, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Somalia, Syria, Tunisia, Yemen
  • AgeNo specific age required
  • GenderBoth

Opportunity criteria

  • Opportunity FieldMusic, Art and Graphic Design, Marketing, Business and Finance, Technology and Programming, Political Sciences and Economy, Nature and Environment
  • Job locationIndonesia
  • DegreeBachelors, Master, Phd
  • Needed documentsCV, Motivation Letter, Cover Letter, Degree Certificate, Copy of Passport, Language Certificate, Recommendation Letter
  • Deadline2026-03-31

Opportunity description

The KNB Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang) is a fully funded scholarship offered by the Government of Indonesia to international students from developing countries. The program aims to strengthen academic cooperation and cultural exchange between Indonesia and other nations.

The scholarship allows students to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degrees at top Indonesian universities across a wide range of academic disciplines, with comprehensive financial support throughout the study period.


Available Study Levels

  • Bachelor’s Degree

  • Master’s Degree

  • Doctoral Degree (PhD)


Application Timeline (Expected – 2026 Intake)

  • Applications open: February 2026

  • Deadline: March 2026

  • Results announcement: June 2026

  • Study begins: September 2026


Applicants are required to prepare the following documents:

  • Valid passport

  • Academic certificates (latest degree)

  • Official academic transcripts (in English)

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Motivation Letter

  • Letters of Recommendation (depending on study level)

  • English language proficiency certificate (IELTS / TOEFL)

  • Official recommendation letter from the Indonesian Embassy

  • Recent personal photograph

  • Medical certificate (if required)

The KNB Scholarship is open to applicants from developing countries, including:

  • Middle East & North Africa (MENA)

  • Asia

  • Africa

  • Latin America

Most Arab countries are eligible to apply.


Language:

  • Programs are taught in English or Indonesian, depending on the university

  • Proof of English proficiency is required:

    • IELTS (usually 5.5 – 6.5)

    • or TOEFL

  • A mandatory Indonesian language course (BIPA) is provided before academic study


Benefits

The KNB Scholarship covers:

  • Full tuition fees

  • Monthly living allowance

  • International round-trip airfare

  • Health insurance

  • Research and book allowance

  • Settlement allowance upon arrival

  • Indonesian language course (BIPA) before academic study

Eligibility criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Be a citizen of a developing country

  • Not hold Indonesian citizenship

  • Age limit:

    • Bachelor’s: up to 21 years

    • Master’s: up to 35 years

    • PhD: up to 40 years

  • Hold the required academic qualification

  • Provide proof of English proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL)

  • Obtain a recommendation letter from the Indonesian Embassy


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