{"id":61955,"date":"2024-07-11T15:54:36","date_gmt":"2024-07-11T15:54:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.leapscholar.com\/blog\/?p=61955"},"modified":"2026-06-12T06:41:49","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T06:41:49","slug":"cost-of-studying-in-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cost-of-studying-in-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Cost of Studying in Singapore for Indian Students 2026-27: Fees, Living Costs and MOE Grant Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">13<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\n<div class=\"quick-read-box\">\n\n  <div class=\"qr-header\">\n    <span style=\"font-size:18px;\">\u26a1<\/span>\n    <h3 class=\"qr-title\">Quick Read<\/h3>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <ul>\n    <li>NUS Computing: SGD 21,400\/year with MOE grant; SGD 39,700 without.<\/li>\n\n    <li>Total annual cost for Business at NUS: Rs.22L\u2013Rs.31L with grant.<\/li>\n\n    <li>Monthly living: SGD 1,400\u20131,600 (hostel + hawker + MRT pass).<\/li>\n\n    <li>8,000+ Indian students enrolled in Singapore in 2024, up 14% year-on-year.<\/li>\n\n    <li>MOE Grant bond: 3 years work at a Singapore-registered company.<\/li>\n\n    <li>Hostel rooms from SGD 400\/month. Apply the day you accept; waitlists fill fast.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <div class=\"qr-footer\">\n    \ud83d\udc49 Best for: Indian UG and PG students who need exact 2026-27 numbers before deciding on the cost of studying in Singapore.\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #192a3d;color:#192a3d\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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Fees for Indian Students AY2026-27 (Official Data)\">NUS and NTU Tuition Fees for Indian Students AY2026-27 (Official Data)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cost-of-studying-in-singapore\/#Postgraduate_and_MBA_Fees_in_Singapore_for_Indian_Students\" title=\"Postgraduate and MBA Fees in Singapore for Indian Students\">Postgraduate and MBA Fees in Singapore for Indian Students<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cost-of-studying-in-singapore\/#The_MOE_Tuition_Grant_How_It_Cuts_Your_Cost_of_Studying_in_Singapore\" title=\"The MOE Tuition Grant: How It Cuts Your Cost of Studying in Singapore\">The MOE Tuition Grant: How It Cuts Your Cost of Studying in Singapore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cost-of-studying-in-singapore\/#Pre-Arrival_Costs_Indian_Students_Overlook_When_Budgeting_for_Singapore\" title=\"Pre-Arrival Costs Indian Students Overlook When Budgeting for Singapore\">Pre-Arrival Costs Indian Students Overlook When Budgeting for Singapore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cost-of-studying-in-singapore\/#Cost_of_Living_in_Singapore_for_Indian_Students_in_2026\" title=\"Cost of Living in Singapore for Indian Students in 2026\">Cost of Living in Singapore for Indian Students in 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cost-of-studying-in-singapore\/#Major_Scholarships_That_Reduce_the_Cost_of_Studying_in_Singapore\" title=\"Major Scholarships That Reduce the Cost of Studying in Singapore\">Major Scholarships That Reduce the Cost of Studying in Singapore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cost-of-studying-in-singapore\/#What_to_Do_When_Things_Go_Wrong_with_Your_Singapore_Application_or_Budget\" title=\"What to Do When Things Go Wrong with Your Singapore Application or Budget\">What to Do When Things Go Wrong with Your Singapore Application or Budget<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cost-of-studying-in-singapore\/#3_Takeaways_for_the_Cost_of_Studying_in_Singapore\" title=\"3 Takeaways for the Cost of Studying in Singapore\">3 Takeaways for the Cost of Studying in Singapore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cost-of-studying-in-singapore\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Cost_of_Studying_in_Singapore_for_Indian_Students\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions About Cost of Studying in Singapore for Indian Students\">Frequently Asked Questions About Cost of Studying in Singapore for Indian Students<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Does the Cost of Studying in Singapore in 2026-27 Actually Look Like?<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>For an Indian student, the total annual cost of studying in Singapore, tuition plus living, typically falls between SGD 27,000 and SGD 86,000 (Rs.20.1L\u2013Rs.63.9L), depending on whether you qualify for the MOE Tuition Grant and which program you choose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The table below gives you the full picture before you read any further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Expense<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Estimated Annual Range<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>INR at Rs.74.32\/SGD<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Tuition (public university, with MOE grant)<\/td><td>SGD 18,050\u201322,200<\/td><td>Rs.13.4L\u2013Rs.16.5L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tuition (public university, without MOE grant)<\/td><td>SGD 33,400\u201340,600<\/td><td>Rs.24.8L\u2013Rs.30.2L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tuition (private university)<\/td><td>SGD 14,000\u201358,920<\/td><td>Rs.10.4L\u2013Rs.43.8L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Living costs (accommodation + food + transport)<\/td><td>SGD 12,000\u201319,200<\/td><td>Rs.8.9L\u2013Rs.14.3L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Health insurance (mandatory, university scheme)<\/td><td>SGD 150\u2013300\/year<\/td><td>Rs.11,148\u2013Rs.22,296, paid as a lump sum at the start of each academic year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pre-arrival and visa (one-time)<\/td><td>SGD 200\u2013850 + exam fees<\/td><td>Rs.15,000\u2013Rs.63,000 + exams<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total annual estimate (public, with MOE grant)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>SGD 30,150\u201341,500<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Rs.22.4L\u2013Rs.30.8L<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total annual estimate (public, without MOE grant)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>SGD 45,550\u201360,100<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Rs.33.8L\u2013Rs.44.7L<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Exchange rate used: <\/em><\/strong><em>Rs.74.32 per SGD as of June 2026. Verify the current rate before finalizing your budget.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For a detailed overview of all programs and application requirements, see our guide on<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/study-in-singapore-for-indian-students\/\"><em> <\/em><em>study in Singapore for Indian students<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NUS_and_NTU_Tuition_Fees_for_Indian_Students_AY2026-27_Official_Data\"><\/span><strong>NUS and NTU Tuition Fees for Indian Students AY2026-27 (Official Data)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Indian students are classified as <strong>non-ASEAN international students<\/strong> at all Singapore public universities. This is important: it determines which fee tier you fall into. The tables below are sourced directly from official NUS and NTU fee documents for AY2026-27.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>NUS Tuition Fees AY2026-27 (Non-ASEAN International Students)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Faculty \/ School<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>With MOE Grant (SGD\/year)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Without MOE Grant (SGD\/year)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>With Grant (INR)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Without Grant (INR)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Business<\/td><td>22,200<\/td><td>33,400<\/td><td>Rs.16.5L<\/td><td>Rs.24.8L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Computing<\/td><td>21,400<\/td><td>39,700<\/td><td>Rs.15.9L<\/td><td>Rs.29.5L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Design and Engineering<\/td><td>21,400<\/td><td>39,700<\/td><td>Rs.15.9L<\/td><td>Rs.29.5L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Humanities and Sciences<\/td><td>21,400<\/td><td>36,650<\/td><td>Rs.15.9L<\/td><td>Rs.27.2L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Law<\/td><td>30,450<\/td><td>44,450<\/td><td>Rs.22.6L<\/td><td>Rs.33.0L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Medicine (except Nursing)<\/td><td>87,800<\/td><td>1,90,150<\/td><td>Rs.65.3L<\/td><td>Rs.141.3L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Science (Pharmacy)<\/td><td>23,650<\/td><td>43,050<\/td><td>Rs.17.6L<\/td><td>Rs.32.0L<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Source: <\/em><\/strong><em>NUS Registrar&#8217;s Office, UG Tuition Fees AY2026\/2027 (March 2026).<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/nus.edu.sg\/registrar\/docs\/default-source\/administrative-policies-procedures\/ugtuitioncurrent.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em> <\/em><em>View official PDF<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>NTU Tuition Fees AY2026 (Non-ASEAN International Students)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Program Type<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>With MOE Grant (SGD\/year)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Without MOE Grant (SGD\/year)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>With Grant (INR)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Without Grant (INR)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>All programs are lab-based<\/td><td>21,400<\/td><td>40,600<\/td><td>Rs.15.9L<\/td><td>Rs.30.2L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>All programs are non-lab-based<\/td><td>18,050<\/td><td>36,350<\/td><td>Rs.13.4L<\/td><td>Rs.27.0L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Accountancy \/ Business<\/td><td>20,700<\/td><td>45,600<\/td><td>Rs.15.4L<\/td><td>Rs.33.9L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Medicine<\/td><td>80,850<\/td><td>N\/A<\/td><td>Rs.60.1L<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Source: <\/em><\/strong><em>NTU Admissions, Accepted Programme Offer in 2026.<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ntu.edu.sg\/admissions\/undergraduate\/financial-matters\/tuition-fees\/accepted-programme-offer-in-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em> <\/em><em>View official page<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SMU Tuition Fees AY2026-27 (Non-ASEAN International Students)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Degree<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>With MOE Grant (SGD\/year)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Without MOE Grant (SGD\/year)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>With Grant (INR)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Without Grant (INR)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Bachelor of Accountancy<\/td><td>26,200<\/td><td>47,700<\/td><td>Rs.19.5L<\/td><td>Rs.35.5L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bachelor of Business Management<\/td><td>26,200<\/td><td>47,700<\/td><td>Rs.19.5L<\/td><td>Rs.35.5L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)<\/td><td>26,200<\/td><td>47,700<\/td><td>Rs.19.5L<\/td><td>Rs.35.5L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bachelor of Science (Information Systems)<\/td><td>26,200<\/td><td>47,700<\/td><td>Rs.19.5L<\/td><td>Rs.35.5L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bachelor of Science (Software Engineering)<\/td><td>26,200<\/td><td>47,700<\/td><td>Rs.19.5L<\/td><td>Rs.35.5L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bachelor of Science (Economics)<\/td><td>26,200<\/td><td>47,700<\/td><td>Rs.19.5L<\/td><td>Rs.35.5L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bachelor of Social Sciences<\/td><td>26,200<\/td><td>47,700<\/td><td>Rs.19.5L<\/td><td>Rs.35.5L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bachelor of Laws<\/td><td>30,450<\/td><td>56,150<\/td><td>Rs.22.6L<\/td><td>Rs.41.7L<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Source: SMU Office of Admissions, Tuition Fees and Grant, AY2026\/27.<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.smu.edu.sg\/financial-matters\/tuition-fees-grant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em> <\/em><em>View official page<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Two things Indian students should note about SMU fees:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>All non-Law programs sit in one flat fee band SGD 26,200\/year with the MOE grant. There is no faculty-wise variation unlike NUS or NTU.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The MOE grant at SMU is competitive and merit-based for international students. Selection is not automatic SMU explicitly states there is a limited number of grants available for international students. Apply as part of your admission application and do not assume approval.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SMU also charges compulsory annual miscellaneous fees of SGD 291 (Rs.21,622) for international students, covering insurance, student activities, and IT facilities. This is billed in Term 1 each year alongside tuition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Counselor insight:<\/em><\/strong><em> The 2025 MOE Joint Autonomous Universities Graduate Employment Survey (JAUGES) shows that 83.4% of NUS and NTU graduates were employed within 6 months of completing their final exams. The median starting salary across all programs was SGD 4,500\/month (Rs.3.34L). For Computing and CS specifically, NUS graduates earned a median of SGD 6,674\/month (Rs.4.96L), and NTU&#8217;s double degree in Business and Computing topped the table at SGD 6,993\/month (Rs.5.20L). This makes the upfront Singapore study cost far more defensible than it looks on paper.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For a complete program-wise breakdown, see<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/top-universities-in-singapore-fee-visa-best-courses\/\"><em> <\/em><em>top universities in Singapore fees and courses<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Postgraduate_and_MBA_Fees_in_Singapore_for_Indian_Students\"><\/span><strong>Postgraduate and MBA Fees in Singapore for Indian Students<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The most popular PG programs among Indian students in Singapore are MSc Data Science, MSc Computer Science, MBA, and MSc Finance. Most run 12\u201324 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Program<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>University<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Annual Fee (SGD)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Annual Fee (INR)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>MSc Data Science and Machine Learning<\/td><td>NUS<\/td><td>SGD 58,860<\/td><td>Rs.43.7L<\/td><td>1\u20132 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MBA<\/td><td>NUS Business School<\/td><td>SGD 99,953<\/td><td>Rs.74.3L<\/td><td>1 year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MSc Business Analytics<\/td><td>NUS<\/td><td>SGD 70,850<\/td><td>Rs.52.7L<\/td><td>1 year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MSc Computer Science<\/td><td>NUS (Master of Computing)<\/td><td>SGD 61,040<\/td><td>Rs.45.4L<\/td><td>1\u20132 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MSc Finance<\/td><td>NUS<\/td><td>SGD 75,210<\/td><td>Rs.55.9L<\/td><td>1 year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MSc Electrical Engineering<\/td><td>NTU<\/td><td>SGD 52,430<\/td><td>Rs.39.0L<\/td><td>1\u20132 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MSc Information Studies<\/td><td>NTU (WKWSCI)<\/td><td>SGD 42,320<\/td><td>Rs.31.5L<\/td><td>1\u20132 years<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong><em> PG fee data sourced from official NUS program pages and NTU fee documents. Fees are subject to annual revision. Always verify on the official university portal before applying.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The MOE Tuition Grant is available for select PG research programs at NUS, NTU, and SMU under the Service Obligation Scheme. It is not automatically available for all coursework PG programs. Verify eligibility for your specific program on the MOE website before budgeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For program-specific MS costs and eligibility, read our guide on<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/ms-in-singapore-universities-cost-and-eligibility\/\"><em> <\/em><em>MS in Singapore for Indian students<\/em><\/a><em>.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you are applying for an MBA or MSc, check<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/exams\/gmat\"><em> <\/em><em>GMAT exam details<\/em><\/a><em> and<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/exams\/gre\"><em> <\/em><em>GRE exam details<\/em><\/a><em> to budget for exam fees.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_MOE_Tuition_Grant_How_It_Cuts_Your_Cost_of_Studying_in_Singapore\"><\/span><strong>The MOE Tuition Grant: How It Cuts Your Cost of Studying in Singapore<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The MOE Tuition Grant is a Singapore government subsidy that reduces tuition fees for eligible international students, including Indians, at NUS, NTU, SMU, and other autonomous institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How it works:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Indian students fall under <strong>Tier C (All Other International Students)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The grant reduces your fees to the subsidized Tier C rate shown in the NUS and NTU tables above.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In return, you sign a <strong>Service Obligation Agreement (SOA)<\/strong>: a legally binding 3-year bond to work full-time for a Singapore-registered company after graduation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For UG programs: the grant covers up to 10 semesters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For select PG research programs, a separate Service Obligation Scheme applies; you can apply via MOE&#8217;s TG&amp;S portal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key conditions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Condition<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Detail<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Bond duration<\/td><td>3 years full-time with a Singapore-registered entity<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Guarantors required<\/td><td>Two sureties of any nationality, aged 21\u201364, not bankrupt<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SOA signing window (AY2026-27)<\/td><td>5 October to 16 October 2026 via MOE online portal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>If you break the bond<\/td><td>Liquidated damages apply; NTU notes SGD 7,500 is non-refundable on withdrawal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Previous subsidy holders<\/td><td>Not eligible if you already received MOE subsidy at the same or higher qualification level<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What the grant saves you (NUS Computing example):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Without grant: <\/strong>SGD 39,700\/year (Rs.29.5L)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>With grant: <\/strong>SGD 21,400\/year (Rs.15.9L)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Annual savings: <\/strong>SGD 18,300 (Rs.13.6L)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Saving over a 4-year UG degree:<\/strong> SGD 73,200 (Rs.54.4L)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Counselor insight:<\/em><\/strong><em> The MOE grant bond is not a barrier; it is an advantage for Indian students who want to build a Singapore work record. The Employment Pass minimum salary as of 2026 is SGD 5,000\/month (Rs.3.72L). Most NUS and NTU tech graduates meet this threshold on Day 1. The 3 years you spend working to discharge the bond directly builds your Singapore PR pathway and global work experience. The students who hesitate most about the bond often end up wanting to stay in Singapore anyway.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Source:<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.moe.gov.sg\/financial-matters\/service-obligation-scheme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em> <\/em><em>MOE Service Obligation Scheme<\/em><\/a><em>, updated January 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pre-Arrival_Costs_Indian_Students_Overlook_When_Budgeting_for_Singapore\"><\/span><strong>Pre-Arrival Costs Indian Students Overlook When Budgeting for Singapore<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most students budget for tuition and living but forget the one-time costs that arrive before you even board the flight. These are real and unavoidable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Documents and Costs Checklist<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Category<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Item<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>India-Specific Detail<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>University Application<\/strong><\/td><td>NUS \/ NTU \/ SMU application fee<\/td><td>SGD 15\u201350 (Rs.1,115\u2013Rs.3,716)<\/td><td>Apply via university portal; one fee per institution<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>University Application<\/strong><\/td><td>Private universities (SIM, Kaplan, JCU)<\/td><td>SGD 480\u2013545 (Rs.35,674\u2013Rs.40,504)<\/td><td>Significantly higher than public universities<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>English Proficiency<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/exams\/ielts\">IELTS Academic<\/a><\/td><td>Rs.18,000<\/td><td>Required by NUS, NTU, SMU; minimum 6.5 overall for most PG programs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>English Proficiency<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/exams\/toefl\">TOEFL iBT<\/a><\/td><td>Rs.18,000 (approx.)<\/td><td>Accepted as alternative to IELTS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Aptitude Test<\/strong><\/td><td>GRE (for MSc\/research programs)<\/td><td>Rs.22,500\u2013Rs.24,000<\/td><td>Required by NUS School of Computing, CDE; check department page for exemptions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Aptitude Test<\/strong><\/td><td>GMAT (for MBA\/MSc business)<\/td><td>Rs.22,500\u2013Rs.25,400<\/td><td>NTU Nanyang MBA median GMAT: 650; NUS MBA range: 600\u2013730+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Visa<\/strong><\/td><td>Student&#8217;s Pass (STP) SOLAR application<\/td><td>SGD 30 (Rs.2,230)<\/td><td>Apply through ICA&#8217;s SOLAR+ system; institution submits on your behalf<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Visa<\/strong><\/td><td>STP issuance fee<\/td><td>SGD 60\u201390 (Rs.4,459\u2013Rs.6,689)<\/td><td>Pay on arrival at ICA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Medical<\/strong><\/td><td>Mandatory screening (HIV + TB)<\/td><td>SGD 50\u2013150 (Rs.3,716\u2013Rs.11,148)<\/td><td>Required for stays over 6 months; can be done at approved clinics in India or Singapore<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Admin<\/strong><\/td><td>Authorized visa agent fee (India)<\/td><td>Rs.1,000<\/td><td>Optional but common for first-time applicants<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Total estimated pre-arrival one-time cost (excluding tuition deposit):<\/strong> Rs.50,000\u2013Rs.1.05L depending on the exam combination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For detailed IELTS preparation guidance, see<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/exams\/ielts\/preparation-online\"><em> <\/em><em>IELTS preparation online<\/em><\/a><em>.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>To find out the exam requirements for each program, refer to the<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/exams-required-for-singapore-universities\/\"><em> <\/em><em>exams required for Singapore universities<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Living_in_Singapore_for_Indian_Students_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>Cost of Living in Singapore for Indian Students in 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Singapore consistently ranks among Asia&#8217;s most expensive cities. For students, a realistic monthly budget ranges from SGD 1,400 to SGD 1,600 (Rs.1.04L\u2013Rs.1.19L), based on Numbeo&#8217;s 2026 cost-of-living data for the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Monthly Living Costs Breakdown<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Expense<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Budget Range (SGD)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>INR at Rs.74.32<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Notes<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Accommodation<\/td><td>SGD 400\u20131,500<\/td><td>Rs.29,728\u2013Rs.1,11,480<\/td><td>A hostel is cheapest; condo is most expensive<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Food and groceries<\/td><td>SGD 350\u2013700<\/td><td>Rs.26,012\u2013Rs.52,024<\/td><td>Hawker Centres: SGD 4\u20137\/meal (Rs.297\u2013Rs.520)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Public transport<\/td><td>SGD 81\u2013150<\/td><td>Rs.6,020\u2013Rs.11,148<\/td><td>MRT Concession Pass: SGD 81\/month for unlimited rides<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Utilities and internet<\/td><td>SGD 80\u2013210<\/td><td>Rs.5,946\u2013Rs.15,607<\/td><td>Usually included in hostel; extra for private rentals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Personal and leisure<\/td><td>SGD 100\u2013400<\/td><td>Rs.7,432\u2013Rs.29,728<\/td><td>Includes gym, shopping, outings<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Monthly total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>SGD 1,011\u20132,960<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Rs.75,118\u2013Rs.2,19,987<\/strong><\/td><td>Lower end: hostel + hawker + concession pass<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Accommodation Options and Costs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Type<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Areas<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Monthly Cost (SGD)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>INR<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>University hostel (NUS\/NTU)<\/td><td>Kent Ridge, Jurong West<\/td><td>SGD 400\u2013900<\/td><td>Rs.29,728\u2013Rs.66,888<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Shared HDB room<\/td><td>Woodlands, Yishun, Clementi<\/td><td>SGD 600\u20131,200<\/td><td>Rs.44,592\u2013Rs.89,184<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Co-living \/ student hostel<\/td><td>Little India, Novena, Aljunied<\/td><td>SGD 1,200\u20132,200<\/td><td>Rs.89,184\u2013Rs.1,63,504<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Private condo \/ studio<\/td><td>Orchard, Central, Marina Bay<\/td><td>SGD 1,800\u20133,500+<\/td><td>Rs.1,33,776\u2013Rs.2,60,120+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Three practical moves to keep costs low:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Apply for the university hostel the same day you accept your offer. NUS and NTU hostel spots fill fast; acceptance of an offer does not automatically place you in the queue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get the MRT Undergraduate Concession Pass at SGD 81\/month (Rs.6,020). It covers unlimited bus and MRT travel and saves SGD 70\u2013100 compared to pay-as-you-go.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eat at Hawker Centres for weekday meals. A full meal with drink costs SGD 5\u20138 (Rs.372\u2013Rs.595). Choosing this option over mid-range restaurants saves roughly 40% on your monthly food bill.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Part-time work:<\/strong> Full-time students at ICA-approved institutions can work up to 16 hours per week during term time and full-time during semester breaks. No separate work permit is needed. Average part-time earnings: SGD 10\u201315\/hour (Rs.743\u2013Rs.1,115).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Counselor insight:<\/em><\/strong><em> Among Indian students who reached out to LeapScholar after their first semester in Singapore, the most common surprise was not tuition; it was accommodation. Students who secured a university hostel spot kept their monthly expenses comfortably under SGD 1,200 (Rs.89,184). Those who ended up in co-living spaces in central areas were spending SGD 1,800+ before food and transport. Apply for the hostel immediately. Do not wait.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For a complete guide to living costs, see<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-singapore\/\"><em> <\/em><em>cost of living in Singapore for students<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Scholarships_That_Reduce_the_Cost_of_Studying_in_Singapore\"><\/span><strong>Major Scholarships That Reduce the Cost of Studying in Singapore<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Scholarships and the MOE Tuition Grant are separate. The grant reduces your tuition fee; scholarships can cover living costs, flights, and in some cases wipe out the entire bill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Scholarship<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Award<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Who Can Apply<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Condition<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA)<\/td><td>Full tuition + SGD 3,200\/month stipend (rises to SGD 3,200 after Year 1)<\/td><td>PhD applicants at NUS, NTU, SUTD, A*STAR<\/td><td>Must find a supervisor; GRE not mandatory<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NUS Science and Technology UG Scholarship<\/td><td>Full tuition + SGD 6,000\/year allowance + SGD 1,750 one-time computer grant + housing<\/td><td>High-achieving UG applicants (CBSE\/ISC 90%+)<\/td><td>Bond with Singapore-registered employer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NTU MOE Graduate Research Scholarship<\/td><td>Full tuition + SGD 2,000\u20132,700\/month stipend<\/td><td>PhD and selected MSc research students<\/td><td>Service obligation applies<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>INSEAD Syngenta Endowed Scholarship<\/td><td>Up to EUR 22,500 (approx. Rs.21L)<\/td><td>MBA students at INSEAD Singapore campus<\/td><td>Leadership profile from emerging markets<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> SINGA is worth researching separately if you are targeting a PhD. It is distinct from university scholarships and requires direct faculty contact before or during application. Read the full<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/singapore-international-graduate-award\/\"> SINGA scholarship guide<\/a> and our<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/scholarships-in-singapore-for-international-students\/\"> scholarships in Singapore for international students<\/a> page before applying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For PhD funding specifically, see<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/phd-in-singapore-for-indian-students-2\/\"> PhD in Singapore for Indian students<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Do_When_Things_Go_Wrong_with_Your_Singapore_Application_or_Budget\"><\/span><strong>What to Do When Things Go Wrong with Your Singapore Application or Budget<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Your IELTS score fell short by one band:<\/strong> NUS and NTU do not accept Duolingo. If you missed the 6.5 target, use the IELTS One Skill Retake for the specific band that fell short. Most Singapore application windows allow score submission until February. Book your retake by November 2026 to stay on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Your NUS or NTU application was rejected:<\/strong> NUS offers a January PG intake for select programs. NTU offers January and November intakes for certain Master&#8217;s courses. A rejection from the August cycle is not the end of the 2026-27 cycle; check both universities&#8217; program pages for available January 2027 seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You missed the MOE grant application window:<\/strong> The SOA must be signed within the October window. If you miss it, you pay non-subsidised fees for that academic year. You cannot retroactively apply for the grant. Contact your university&#8217;s student financial services office immediately if you discover this information after registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You arrive and realize your budget is too tight:<\/strong> Immediate actions in order of impact: (1) Switch accommodation to a university hostel if a spot opens mid-semester and waitlists move. (2) Drop to hawker-centre-only eating for 4 weeks to reset your spending baseline; (3) Apply for a campus part-time job (library, research assistant, campus F&amp;B); these pay SGD 10\u201315\/hour and are available to Student Pass holders during term time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You want to break the MOE bond after graduation:<\/strong> Liquidated damages apply. The exact amount depends on your bond terms, how much subsidy you received, and when you break the bond. NTU specifies a non-refundable SGD 7,500 element. Contact MOE&#8217;s Tuition Grant Section (MOE_tgonline@moe.gov.sg) directly; the amount is calculated individually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Takeaways_for_the_Cost_of_Studying_in_Singapore\"><\/span><strong>3 Takeaways for the Cost of Studying in Singapore<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Three specific actions every Indian student should take after reading this article:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Apply for the MOE Tuition Grant on the same day you accept your university offer.<\/strong> The SOA signing window closes on 16 October 2026 for the current cycle and opens at a fixed window each year. Missing it means paying non-subsidised fees up to SGD 18,300 more per year at NUS Computing alone.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Budget SGD 1,400\u20131,600 per month for living costs, separately from tuition.<\/strong> Use the NUS or NTU hostel as your first choice for accommodation apply before the waitlist fills. Every month in a hostel versus a co-living space saves Rs.45,000\u2013Rs.70,000.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Run the ROI calculation for your specific program before choosing between subsidized and non-subsidized options.<\/strong> For an MSc in Computing, the break-even point at the median NUS graduate salary is approximately 12 months of Singapore employment. For MBA and non-STEM programs, the timeline is longer; know your number before you sign.<br><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Verified by:<\/em><\/strong><em> LeapScholar&#8217;s Singapore desk, whose counselors have personally guided 300+ Indian students into NUS, NTU, SMU, and private institutions across UG, Master&#8217;s, and MBA programs.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Have questions about the cost of studying in Singapore?<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/webflow_progressive_form?utm_source=Counselling_SEO&amp;utm_medium=Blogs\"><em> <\/em><em>Book a free session with a LeapScholar counselor.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Cost_of_Studying_in_Singapore_for_Indian_Students\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions About Cost of Studying in Singapore for Indian Students<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<ul class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<li id=\"faq-question-1781246261024\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I stay and work in Singapore after graduation?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Students finishing their degree can apply for a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP), which gives them up to 12 months inside Singapore to find a job without needing to leave and re-enter. Your employer then sponsors either an Employment Pass (current minimum: SGD 5,000\/month for professionals) or an S Pass (SGD 3,150\/month for mid-skilled roles). NUS and NTU STEM graduates typically receive EP-eligible offers. If you took the MOE grant, the 3-year bond and the EP timeline run in parallel in practice, most students serve the bond, build their Singapore work record, and are well-positioned for PR by the time the bond ends.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1781246269078\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What happens if I break the MOE Tuition Grant bond after graduation?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Liquidated damages are calculated individually; the MOE looks at how much subsidy you received, how far into your bond period you are, and your specific service obligation agreement. There is no single published figure. NTU separately notes that SGD 7,500 of any fees paid becomes non-refundable the moment you withdraw from your course. Before you hand in your resignation, email MOE&#8217;s Tuition Grant Section at MOE_tgonline@moe.gov.sg and get the exact damage figure in writing. Resigning first and asking questions later is the costliest mistake bond holders make.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1781246283562\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What IELTS score do I need for NUS or NTU?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Most NUS and NTU programs require an overall IELTS Academic score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0. Some specific programs require 7.0. NUS and NTU do not accept the Duolingo English Test. TOEFL iBT 85\u2013100 is accepted as an alternative. If your undergraduate degree was fully delivered in English at a recognized institution, you can apply for an IELTS waiver, but this is granted on a case-by-case basis and is not guaranteed.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1781246297996\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Is Singapore cheaper than the UK or USA for Indian students?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For most programs, Singapore with the MOE grant is cheaper than the UK or the USA when you combine tuition and living costs. A 3-year UK master&#8217;s-level UG costs Rs.1.3Cr\u2013Rs.1.7Cr total; a comparable NUS UG with the MOE grant costs Rs.1.06Cr\u2013Rs.1.21Cr. The gap narrows for professional programs like Medicine and MBA, where Singapore college fees for indian students are competitive but not lower.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1781246343833\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How much does NUS cost for an Indian student in 2026-27?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For UG, Indian students pay the non-ASEAN IS tier. With the MOE grant: SGD 21,400\/year for Computing and Engineering (Rs.15.9L), SGD 22,200 for Business (Rs.16.5L). Without the grant: SGD 39,700 for Computing (Rs.29.5L), SGD 33,400 for Business (Rs.24.8L).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1781246364316\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I work part-time while studying in Singapore to offset costs?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Full-time students at ICA-approved institutions can work up to 16 hours per week during term time and full-time during official semester breaks. No separate work permit is required. Typical part-time roles on campus or in retail pay SGD 10\u201315\/hour (Rs.743\u2013Rs.1,115). At 16 hours\/week, you can earn SGD 640\u2013960\/month (Rs.47,565\u2013Rs.71,347), covering roughly 40\u201365% of monthly living costs.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1781246386699\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What is the total cost of studying in Singapore for 4 years (UG)?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For a non-ASEAN Indian student at NUS Computing or Engineering with the MOE grant, tuition is SGD 21,400\/year x 4 = SGD 85,600 (Rs.63.6L). Add living costs of SGD 14,400\u201319,200 per year x 4 = SGD 57,600\u201376,800 (Rs.42.8L\u2013Rs.57.1L). Total 4-year estimate: Rs.1.06Cr\u2013Rs.1.21Cr. Without the grant, tuition alone doubles; the total rises to Rs.1.4Cr\u2013Rs.1.6Cr.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1781246409438\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What is the MOE Tuition Grant, and how do I apply?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The MOE Tuition Grant is a Singapore government subsidy that reduces tuition fees for eligible international students by 40\u201360%. In return, you must work full-time for three years at any company registered with ACRA in Singapore after you graduate. Miss that commitment and liquidated damages kick in. For UG students, apply through your university during admission. For PG research students, apply via the MOE TG&amp;S portal. The SOA signing window for AY2026-27 is 5\u201316 October 2026. You need two guarantors aged 21\u201364 to complete the process.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1781246425868\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Is studying in Singapore expensive for Indian students?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Singapore is one of Asia&#8217;s most expensive cities, but it is significantly more affordable than the US or UK when you factor in the MOE Tuition Grant. With the grant, NUS and NTU tuition falls to Rs.13.4L\u2013Rs.16.5L per year for most programs. Monthly living on a student budget runs Rs.75,000\u2013Rs.1.2L. The total annual cost at a public university with the grant is typically Rs.22L\u2013Rs.31L well below comparable programs at US or UK institutions.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">13<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span> \u26a1 Quick Read NUS Computing: SGD 21,400\/year with MOE grant; SGD 39,700 without. Total annual cost for Business at NUS: Rs.22L\u2013Rs.31L with grant. Monthly living: SGD 1,400\u20131,600 (hostel + hawker + MRT pass). 8,000+ Indian students enrolled in Singapore in 2024, up 14% year-on-year. MOE Grant bond: 3 years work at a Singapore-registered company. 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