{"id":78448,"date":"2026-04-27T11:21:33","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T11:21:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/?p=78448"},"modified":"2026-04-27T11:25:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T11:25:04","slug":"cheapest-universities-in-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cheapest-universities-in-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheapest Universities in Singapore for Indian Students: 2026-27 Fees, MOE Grant, and How to Plan"},"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 and NTU charge Indian students Rs.18.5-28 lakh\/year after the MOE Tuition Grant.<\/li>\n\n    <li>MOE Grant requires a 3-year Singapore work bond after graduation.<\/li>\n\n    <li>Private affordable universities start from Rs. 12 lakh\/year, no bond.<\/li>\n\n    <li>CBSE\/ISC students need 90%+ for NUS\/NTU; SMU is accessible from ~85%.<\/li>\n\n    <li>Total annual cost (tuition + living) ranges from Rs. 27 to 42 lakh at public universities.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <div class=\"qr-footer\">\n    \ud83d\udc49 Best for: Indian students comparing Singapore university costs for the 2026-27 intake.\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cheapest_Public_Universities_in_Singapore_Annual_Fees_for_Indian_International_Students\"><\/span><strong>Cheapest Public Universities in Singapore: Annual Fees for Indian International Students<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\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>University<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>QS Rank 2026<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Annual Subsidised Fee (SGD)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Annual Fee in INR (approx.)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Strongest Programmes<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nus.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NUS &#8211; National University of Singapore<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/td><td>#8<\/td><td>SGD 25,200-38,200<\/td><td>Rs. 18.6-28.2 lakh<\/td><td>Computing, Engineering, Business, Law<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ntu.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nanyang Technological University &#8211; NTU Singapore<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/td><td>#12<\/td><td>SGD 25,000-37,000<\/td><td>Rs. 18.5-27.3 lakh<\/td><td>Engineering, Science, Business, Media<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smu.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Singapore Management University<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/td><td>#511<\/td><td>SGD 26,200 (most); SGD 30,450 (Law)<\/td><td>Rs. 19.3-22.5 lakh<\/td><td>Business, Law, Accountancy, IS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sutd.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Singapore University of Technology and Design<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/td><td>Not in the top 500<\/td><td>SGD 29,900<\/td><td>Rs. 22.1 lakh<\/td><td>Design, Tech, Engineering (MIT curriculum)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singaporetech.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Singapore Institute of Technology<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/td><td>Not in the top 500<\/td><td>SGD 7,800-12,400<\/td><td>Rs. 5.8-9.2 lakh<\/td><td>Engineering, Healthcare, ICT<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.suss.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Singapore University of Social Sciences<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/td><td>Not in the top 500<\/td><td>SGD 7,500-10,000 (module-based)<\/td><td>Rs. 5.5-7.4 lakh<\/td><td>Social Sciences, HR, Accountancy<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><em>Source:<\/em><\/strong><em><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.topuniversities.com\/subject-rankings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">QS Ranks 2026<\/a><\/u><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Exchange rate: <\/em><\/strong><em>Rs.73.81 per SGD as of 26 April 2026. Verify the current rate before finalising your budget.<\/em><\/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\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #192a3d;color:#192a3d\" 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class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cheapest-universities-in-singapore\/#Cheapest_Private_Universities_in_Singapore_Annual_Fees_2026-27\" title=\"Cheapest Private Universities in Singapore: Annual Fees, 2026-27\">Cheapest Private Universities in Singapore: Annual Fees, 2026-27<\/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\/cheapest-universities-in-singapore\/#MOE_Tuition_Grant_for_Indian_Students_at_Cheapest_Universities_in_Singapore\" title=\"MOE Tuition Grant for Indian Students at Cheapest Universities in Singapore\">MOE Tuition Grant for Indian Students at Cheapest Universities 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\/cheapest-universities-in-singapore\/#Scholarships_to_Study_at_Affordable_Universities_in_Singapore_Options_Open_to_Indian_Students\" title=\"Scholarships to Study at Affordable Universities in Singapore: Options Open to Indian Students\">Scholarships to Study at Affordable Universities in Singapore: Options Open to Indian Students<\/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\/cheapest-universities-in-singapore\/#Total_Annual_Cost_at_the_Cheapest_Universities_in_Singapore_What_Your_Family_Actually_Pays\" title=\"Total Annual Cost at the Cheapest Universities in Singapore: What Your Family Actually Pays\">Total Annual Cost at the Cheapest Universities in Singapore: What Your Family Actually Pays<\/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\/cheapest-universities-in-singapore\/#Documents_Indian_Students_Need_to_Apply_to_Cheapest_Universities_in_Singapore\" title=\"Documents Indian Students Need to Apply to Cheapest Universities in Singapore\">Documents Indian Students Need to Apply to Cheapest Universities 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\/cheapest-universities-in-singapore\/#Month-by-Month_Application_Plan_for_the_August_2026_Intake\" title=\"Month-by-Month Application Plan for the August 2026 Intake\">Month-by-Month Application Plan for the August 2026 Intake<\/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\/cheapest-universities-in-singapore\/#Which_Cheapest_University_in_Singapore_Fits_Your_Situation_3_Indian_Student_Scenarios\" title=\"Which Cheapest University in Singapore Fits Your Situation: 3 Indian Student Scenarios\">Which Cheapest University in Singapore Fits Your Situation: 3 Indian Student Scenarios<\/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\/cheapest-universities-in-singapore\/#When_Things_Dont_Go_as_Planned_Practical_Fixes_for_Indian_Students\" title=\"When Things Don&#8217;t Go as Planned: Practical Fixes for Indian Students\">When Things Don&#8217;t Go as Planned: Practical Fixes for Indian Students<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cheapest-universities-in-singapore\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cheapest-universities-in-singapore\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_the_Cheapest_Universities_in_Singapore\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions About the Cheapest Universities in Singapore\">Frequently Asked Questions About the Cheapest Universities in Singapore<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Note<\/em><\/strong><em>: SMU ranks #511 overall (QS 2026) but places in the top 60 globally for Business, Law, Accounting, and Economics by subject.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cheapest_Private_Universities_in_Singapore_Annual_Fees_2026-27\"><\/span><strong>Cheapest Private Universities in Singapore: Annual Fees, 2026-27<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\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>Private University<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Annual Fee (SGD)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Annual Fee in INR<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Note<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sim.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SIM (Singapore Institute of Management)<\/a><\/td><td>SGD 20,000-25,000<\/td><td>Rs. 14.8-18.5 lakh<\/td><td>Degrees from U of London, RMIT, UB<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdis.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MDIS<\/a><\/td><td>SGD 18,500-22,000<\/td><td>Rs. 13.7-16.2 lakh<\/td><td>UK and US partner universities<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.psb-academy.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PSB Academy<\/a><\/td><td>SGD 20,000-28,000<\/td><td>Rs. 14.8-20.7 lakh<\/td><td>UK\/Australian partner degrees<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lasalle.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LASALLE College of the Arts<\/a><\/td><td>SGD 9,780\/year<\/td><td>Rs. 7.2 lakh<\/td><td>BA degrees: partner with UAL London<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nafa.edu.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NAFA<\/a><\/td><td>SGD 8,600-10,220\/year<\/td><td>Rs. 6.3-7.5 lakh<\/td><td>Fine Arts, Music, Design<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Counsellor insight: <\/strong>Indian students consistently overlook SIT and SUSS due to their absence from the global top 100. That is a mistake. SIT runs an integrated work-study model where students alternate between academic terms and paid industry placements. If your goal is to get into Singapore&#8217;s healthcare technology, food science, or precision engineering sectors, SIT gives you a much cleaner route to employment than a more recognizable but less industry-connected program elsewhere. Base your shortlist on your career target, not just the ranking.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also check out our detailed breakdown of the<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cost-of-studying-in-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> cost of studying in Singapore for Indian students<\/a>, including application fees, miscellaneous charges, and a semester-wise budget planner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MOE_Tuition_Grant_for_Indian_Students_at_Cheapest_Universities_in_Singapore\"><\/span><strong>MOE Tuition Grant for Indian Students at Cheapest Universities in Singapore<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.moe.gov.sg\/financial-matters\/tuition-grant-scheme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The MOE Tuition Grant<\/a> is a Singapore Government subsidy administered by the Ministry of Education. Indian students enrolled full-time at any of the six autonomous universities can apply. It cuts your tuition by roughly 40-60%, which is what turns NUS from an Rs. 24-29 lakh\/year institution into an Rs. 18-28 lakh one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The grant is not automatic. You apply for it as part of your university admissions form. If offered, you sign a Tuition Grant Agreement committing to work full-time in a Singapore-registered company for three years after graduation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The part most families miss:<\/strong> &#8216;Singapore-registered company&#8217; includes any company registered with Singapore&#8217;s ACRA. This covers Indian IT companies such as Infosys, TCS, and Wipro, which have ACRA-registered entities in Singapore. You are not restricted to a Singaporean employer. But you cannot simply return to India immediately after graduating without triggering liquidated damages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you break the bond early, you and your two nominated sureties are jointly liable to repay the full subsidy with interest. For an engineering undergraduate, the repayment can exceed SGD 100,000 (Rs. 73.8 lakh). Think through your 5-year plan before signing. If you intend to return to India within two years of graduating, declining the grant and paying the non-subsidised rate may actually cost your family less overall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key MOE Grant Facts for AY2026-27<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Application window: Alongside university admissions, typically January to March for the August intake<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Bond: 3 years, full-time in a Singapore ACRA-registered company<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Bond deferment for further studies: Allowed, but requires a banker&#8217;s guarantee of approximately SGD 65,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022<a href=\"https:\/\/www.moe.gov.sg\/financial-matters\/awards-scholarships\/asean-scholarship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship<\/a>: Open only to ASEAN member state nationals. India is NOT an ASEAN member; Indian students are not eligible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are still deciding between universities, our guide on the<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/top-universities-in-singapore-fee-visa-best-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/top-universities-in-singapore-fee-visa-best-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">top universities in Singapore for Indian students<\/a> compares programs, rankings, and admission requirements side by side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Counsellor insight: <\/strong>A situation we see regularly: a student accepts the MOE Grant, completes their degree, and then receives a strong offer from a Bengaluru product startup three months before graduation. The offer does not pan out in Singapore because the company has no ACRA presence. They face a choice between breaking the bond and paying damages or staying for a role that was not their first choice. This situation is entirely avoidable if you research Singapore&#8217;s job market for your specific field before accepting the grant.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scholarships_to_Study_at_Affordable_Universities_in_Singapore_Options_Open_to_Indian_Students\"><\/span><strong>Scholarships to Study at Affordable Universities in Singapore: Options Open to Indian Students<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\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>Who Can Apply<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>What It Covers<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Bond Condition<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Where to Apply<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abs.org.sg\/dr-goh-keng-swee-scholarship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr Goh Keng Swee (GKS) Scholarship<\/a><\/td><td>Indian nationals applying to NUS (from 2026, via NUS only)<\/td><td>Full tuition, living allowance, hostel, airfare, settling-in grant<\/td><td>3 years in Singapore or an approved Singapore-based company in India<\/td><td>Register interest in the NUS admissions form; there is no separate application from 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/nus.edu.sg\/oam\/scholarships\/scholarships-for-freshmen-singapore-citizens\/nus-global-merit-scholarship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NUS Global Merit Scholarship<\/a><\/td><td>Outstanding international undergraduates<\/td><td>Full tuition + ~SGD 6,000\/year living allowance<\/td><td>NUS bond (varies by scholarship type)<\/td><td>Via the NUS admissions portal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ntu.edu.sg\/admissions\/undergraduate\/scholarships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NTU International Scholarship<\/a><\/td><td>Outstanding international undergraduates<\/td><td>Full tuition + living allowance + accommodation<\/td><td>NTU bond<\/td><td>Via NTU admissions portal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/graduatestudies.smu.edu.sg\/phd\/singa-smu-programme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SINGA (PhD only)<\/a><\/td><td>International PhD applicants in STEM<\/td><td>Full tuition + SGD 2,700-3,200\/month stipend + airfare + settling-in<\/td><td>No bond (research programme obligation)<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.a-star.edu.sg\/scholarships\/home\/scholarships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A*STAR<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.moe.gov.sg\/financial-matters\/tuition-grant-scheme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MOE Tuition Grant<\/a><\/td><td>All international students at autonomous universities<\/td><td>40-60% tuition subsidy, not a full scholarship<\/td><td>3-year Singapore work bond<\/td><td>Via the university admissions form and the MOE Government portal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.moe.gov.sg\/sgis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Singapore Industry Scholarship (SgIS)<\/a><\/td><td>International students in select sectors<\/td><td>Full tuition + living allowance + bonded to the sponsor company<\/td><td>3-4 years with the sponsor company<\/td><td>Contact EDB or the individual sponsoring companies<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Counsellor insight: <\/strong>Students often conflate the MOE Tuition Grant with a scholarship. They are not the same. The grant reduces fees but does not cover them fully. A scholarship like the Dr GKS or NUS Merit Scholarship covers fees entirely and provides a living allowance on top. If you are in the top 1-2% of applicants, go for the scholarship first. If you are realistically in the 85th-90th percentile, plan around the grant.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you apply, read our complete guide to<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/scholarships-in-singapore-for-international-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> scholarships in Singapore for Indian students<\/a>, including deadlines, eligibility by profile, and how to write a winning application for the Dr. GKS and NUS Merit awards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Total_Annual_Cost_at_the_Cheapest_Universities_in_Singapore_What_Your_Family_Actually_Pays\"><\/span><strong>Total Annual Cost at the Cheapest Universities in Singapore: What Your Family Actually Pays<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tuition is only part of the bill. Here is what living in Singapore costs an Indian student on a practical budget:<\/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>Monthly (SGD)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Monthly (INR)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Annual (INR)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>On-campus hall (shared room)<\/td><td>SGD 400-700<\/td><td>Rs. 29,524-51,667<\/td><td>Rs. 3.5-6.2 lakh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Food (hawker centres + occasional dining)<\/td><td>SGD 300-450<\/td><td>Rs. 22,143-33,215<\/td><td>Rs. 2.7-4.0 lakh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MRT monthly pass<\/td><td>SGD 80-128<\/td><td>Rs. 5,905-9,448<\/td><td>Rs. 0.7-1.1 lakh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Books and stationery<\/td><td>SGD 50-100<\/td><td>Rs. 3,691-7,381<\/td><td>Rs. 0.4-0.9 lakh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phone and personal expenses<\/td><td>SGD 100-150<\/td><td>Rs. 7,381-11,072<\/td><td>Rs. 0.9-1.3 lakh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total monthly<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>SGD 930-1,528<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Rs. 68,644-1,12,786<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Rs. 8.2-13.5 lakh<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><em>Source: <\/em><\/strong><em>Estimated from <u><a href=\"http:\/\/stb.gov.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2025-26 cost-of-living data<\/a><\/u><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Exchange rate:<\/em><\/strong><em> Rs.73.81 per SGD as of 26 April 2026. Verify current figures before finalizing your budget.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Combined with subsidized public university tuition (Rs. 18.5-28.2 lakh), the total annual cost for an Indian student at NUS or NTU runs Rs. 26.7-41.7 lakh. At a private affordable university like MDIS or SIM, the total annual cost is approximately Rs. 21.9-32 lakh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One income source that helps: full-time students on a valid Student Pass can work up to 16 hours per week during term time with no separate permit. Part-time roles in F&amp;B, tutoring, and retail pay SGD 10-15 per hour (Rs. 738-1,107 per hour). Over an academic year, this income can offset Rs. 3\u20135 lakh in living costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> This applies automatically to students at Singapore&#8217;s six autonomous universities and polytechnics. Students at private institutions (SIM, MDIS, and PSB Academy) should verify their specific Student&#8217;s Pass conditions before accepting paid work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning to study in Singapore? Our<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/study-in-singapore-for-indian-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> complete study in Singapore guide for Indian students<\/a> covers the visa process, part-time work rules, and post-graduation employment options in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Indian_Students_Need_to_Apply_to_Cheapest_Universities_in_Singapore\"><\/span><strong>Documents Indian Students Need to Apply to Cheapest Universities in Singapore<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\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>Document<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>India-Specific Detail<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Class 12 marksheet<\/td><td>CBSE, ISC, or State Board. State board students may need an equivalency letter from AIU.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Class 10 marksheet<\/td><td>Required for a complete academic history<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Provisional \/ Passing Certificate<\/td><td>Different from the marksheet, issued by your board after the results are declared<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CBSE Migration Certificate<\/td><td>Required if your school is CBSE-affiliated; obtain from your school before applying<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>English proficiency score<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/aclk?sa=L&amp;pf=1&amp;ai=DChsSEwjOyOyEwY2UAxXXhGYCHUD9GOAYACICCAEQABoCc20&amp;co=1&amp;ase=2&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwkrzPBhCqARIsAJN460meSzMfenXxMoJv2tpxN3aOiuIuHI6p-6rcHmMIBn6cP0PkfE3SvZwaAtvUEALw_wcB&amp;ei=LRDvacv2GJGNnesPr83G2As&amp;cid=CAASWeRoByw9Sk2aMY2PaUmAi-Yef0YR2EHzbGBVU2RxNg-VwYV9ujBXpFRYyMvZess6ktv9cOzGgLCeDQUVTxNTgX7UrX4feGPVGMI6QPWRNf-tHlnjXhEsnsSa&amp;cce=2&amp;category=acrcp_v1_32&amp;sig=AOD64_2BLGSrGWqTiGf9splvNvIFoo8pzw&amp;q&amp;sqi=2&amp;nis=4&amp;adurl=https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/ielts-optimized-pages\/ielts-course-page?utm_source%3Dsearch%26utm_campaign%3DBL_LIY_Search_IELTS_Brand_Keywords_15-10-2025%26campaign_type%3Dliy_india%26utm_content%3DBL_LIY_IELTSCourse%26utm_term%3Dleap%2520scholar%2520ielts%2520course%26ad_id%3D186879605173%26gad_source%3D1%26gad_campaignid%3D23136353435%26gbraid%3D0AAAAACQqsFSPDxiCg2IO7O9ZExrMj9BdW%26gclid%3DCj0KCQjwkrzPBhCqARIsAJN460meSzMfenXxMoJv2tpxN3aOiuIuHI6p-6rcHmMIBn6cP0PkfE3SvZwaAtvUEALw_wcB&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiLweOEwY2UAxWRRmcHHa-mEbsQ0Qx6BAgNEAE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IELTS<\/a> 6.0-6.5 or <a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/exams\/toefl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TOEFL<\/a> iBT 80-90. English-medium CBSE\/ISC students may be exempt; confirm with each university directly<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Passport<\/td><td>Valid for at least 18 months beyond your course end date<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/statement-of-purpose\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Statement of Purpose<\/a><\/td><td>500-800 words; programme-specific, not a generic essay<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Letters of Recommendation<\/a><\/td><td>2 letters from subject teachers or the head of the institution<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>University application form<\/td><td>Via each university&#8217;s own admissions portal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Student Pass application (SOLAR+)<\/td><td>Apply after receiving your Letter of Offer. Fee: SGD 30 (Rs.2,214) application + SGD 60 (Rs.4,429) issuance = Rs.6,643 total<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Medical screening<\/td><td>HIV and TB test; done at an ICA-approved clinic on arrival in Singapore<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Financial proof<\/td><td>Bank statements showing Rs.25-40 lakh, depending on university requirements<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Not sure how Singapore&#8217;s university system differs from India&#8217;s? Our guide to the<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/education-system-in-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> education system in Singapore<\/a> explains grading, the academic calendar, and how CBSE qualifications are evaluated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Month-by-Month_Application_Plan_for_the_August_2026_Intake\"><\/span><strong>Month-by-Month Application Plan for the August 2026 Intake<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\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>Month<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Action<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>India-Specific Note<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Oct-Nov 2025<\/td><td>Research and shortlist 3-5 affordable universities in Singapore; begin IELTS\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/aclk?sa=L&amp;pf=1&amp;ai=DChsSEwi85NSSwo2UAxWiIoMDHQkHGfoYACICCAEQABoCc2Y&amp;co=1&amp;ase=2&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwkrzPBhCqARIsAJN460lOjOIs4GXnqkPdSXCtKb-oXMUzjvvPX26igKm6XS05ZApNBENbUcYaAqKxEALw_wcB&amp;cid=CAASWeRoDKm7eu3lo7S8G1F-ttcnJnUryrCmF-zlPqpcjfWvOrYg08jLOluW7pYYam0C_0wDqGz1kOMo0Z9-AhQHxw3JpaL3i0s2rYXzACfSlYWTPg4x0NRVzkXo&amp;cce=2&amp;category=acrcp_v1_32&amp;sig=AOD64_00_M5af_A748eiPu8NQecxrEdCKg&amp;q&amp;nis=4&amp;adurl=https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/pte-prep?utm_source%3Dsearch%26utm_campaign%3DPTE_Search_Puechase_Nov%26campaign_type%3Dpte_india%26utm_term%3Dpte%2520online%2520test%26ad_id%3D170881028386%26gad_source%3D1%26gad_campaignid%3D21969843532%26gbraid%3D0AAAAACQqsFQPylCo85Cwlaqy4Y9-zTQTt%26gclid%3DCj0KCQjwkrzPBhCqARIsAJN460lOjOIs4GXnqkPdSXCtKb-oXMUzjvvPX26igKm6XS05ZApNBENbUcYaAqKxEALw_wcB&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiJgc6Swo2UAxUXUWwGHVJaGRsQ0Qx6BAgVEAE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PTE<\/a> prep<\/td><td>Start prep before the Class 12 board pressure peaks in January<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dec 2025-Jan 2026<\/td><td>Submit university applications; indicate MOE Tuition Grant preference on the form<\/td><td>NUS and NTU portals open in October, deadline typically February-March<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Feb-Mar 2026<\/td><td>Sit IELTS or PTE exam; submit predicted Class 12 scores if boards have not yet taken<\/td><td>Most universities accept predicted scores during this window<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mar-May 2026<\/td><td>Attend online interviews if shortlisted; submit any additional documents requested<\/td><td>NUS and NTU occasionally interview borderline or scholarship-track applicants<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>May 2026<\/td><td>CBSE\/ISC results declared<\/td><td>Upload confirmed marksheets to your application portal immediately<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>May-Jun 2026<\/td><td>Receive Letter of Offer; accept offer and MOE Grant simultaneously<\/td><td>On-campus hall spots fill within days. Book accommodation the moment you accept<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Jun 2026<\/td><td>Apply for a Student Pass through the SOLAR+ system<\/td><td>Processing takes 15-30 days; apply no later than mid-June<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Jul 2026<\/td><td>Receive IPA letter; finalise accommodation and travel<\/td><td>Book a direct flight to Singapore; arrive with your IPA letter printed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Aug 2026<\/td><td>Report to the university; complete ICA biometric enrolment; receive Student Pass<\/td><td>Biometric enrolment is at an off-site venue on a date specified by your university<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Cheapest_University_in_Singapore_Fits_Your_Situation_3_Indian_Student_Scenarios\"><\/span><strong>Which Cheapest University in Singapore Fits Your Situation: 3 Indian Student Scenarios<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Scenario 1: B.Tech. NIT Graduate, CGPA 8.2, Targeting an M.Sc.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are finishing your B.Tech. at an NIT, graduating in May 2026 with a CGPA of 8.2\/10, NUS and NTU are realistic targets for an MSc in Computing or Data Science. Apply for the MOE Tuition Grant. Fees at NUS run approximately Rs. 24-28 lakh per year for a 12-18 month program, putting your total outlay at Rs. 36-50 lakh, including living costs. This is cheaper in total than a 2-year Canadian or UK MSc at a comparable-ranked university. The 3-year bond is manageable: Singapore&#8217;s tech starting salaries run SGD 4,500-6,500\/month (Rs. 3.3-4.8 lakh\/month), so staying for three years is a reasonable career step, not a hardship. Apply by February 2026 for August 2026 entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Scenario 2: ISC Commerce Student with 87%, Budget Rs. 20-25 Lakh\/Year<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>NUS and NTU are out of reach at 87% for undergraduates. SMU is borderline for Business; they look at the whole application, not just marks, so a strong personal statement helps. SIM (Singapore Institute of Management) is a more comfortable admission for 87% ISC and fits within your budget at Rs. 14.8-18.5 lakh per year in fees. Indian employers highly regard their partnership with the University of London. At Rs. 22-31 lakh all-in per year, SIM fits your ceiling. It is a practical choice if getting to Singapore on a workable budget is the priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Scenario 3: IT Professional with 3 Years&#8217; Experience, Wants No Bond<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have 3 years of IT experience in Pune and are targeting a 1-year MSc to move into product management or data analytics, the bond question matters. NUS and SMU M.Sc. programs carry the Service Obligation (SO) bond for subsidized rates. If bond-free is non-negotiable, pay the non-subsidised rate. The NUS MSc in Business Analytics at non-subsidized rates runs approximately SGD 55,000 (Rs. 40.6 lakh) for the full program, one year, with no 3-year commitment. The alternative is a 1-year MSc at PSB Academy or SIM via Australian university partnerships at Rs. 14-18 lakh total, no bond, lighter brand name. Choose based on what your target employers actually look for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to see how average salaries compare to your Singapore study investment? Check our guide on<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/average-salary-in-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> average salary in Singapore for Indian students after graduation<\/a>, broken down by sector and experience level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Things_Dont_Go_as_Planned_Practical_Fixes_for_Indian_Students\"><\/span><strong>When Things Don&#8217;t Go as Planned: Practical Fixes for Indian Students<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Class 12 Results Below 85%<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Direct entry to NUS, NTU, and SMU is not an option. Private affordable universities in Singapore, MDIS, PSB Academy, and SIM, have lower entry thresholds and still offer degrees from accredited UK, US, or Australian partner institutions. A one-year foundation program at a Singapore pre-university institution is another route that reopens public university entry the following year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Student Pass Application Rejected<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This scenario is more common than students expect, and it is rarely final. The typical reasons are insufficient financial documentation, a missing notarised document, or a gap in the application narrative. Contact your university&#8217;s international student office immediately, as they know<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ica.gov.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> ICA&#8217;s<\/a> requirements and can guide a reapplication. SIT and select private universities offer January intakes, which means a June rejection does not necessarily cost you a full year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>You Accepted the MOE Grant but Now Want to Leave Singapore Early<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You and your two sureties are jointly liable for liquidated damages equal to the subsidy received plus interest. For a 4-year undergraduate program, the total can exceed SGD 100,000 (Rs. 73.8 lakh). Partial credit is given for the bond period already served. A qualifying reason (health, family emergency) may allow deferment, but a new job in India with no Singapore connection does not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Missed the NUS\/NTU Application Deadline<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>These universities have a single intake per year. A late March application is almost certainly too late for that cycle. Use the gap productively to sit for a recognized industry certification (AWS Solutions Architect, CFA Level 1, Google Data Analytics) and reapply in October with a stronger profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Three things to act on before your first application:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Decide on the MOE Tuition Grant before you submit your application, not after you receive your offer. The grant cuts fees significantly but ties you to Singapore for 3 years post-graduation. If your long-term plan is to return to India within 2 years of graduating, the non-subsidised track may prove to be more cost-effective in the long run.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start your IELTS or PTE preparation in October, before the Class 12 board pressure picks up. Waiting until after results means you are taking the English test in June under significant time pressure, at the same time as managing university applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply for NUS and NTU by February. These two affordable universities in Singapore have a single August intake and a challenging application deadline. A March application attempt for that year&#8217;s entry is almost certainly too late.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_the_Cheapest_Universities_in_Singapore\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions About the Cheapest Universities in Singapore<\/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-1777286342113\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Which is the cheapest university in Singapore for Indian students in 2026-27?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For public universities, SIT and SUSS are the most affordable, low-cost universities in Singapore, with annual subsidized fees starting at Rs. 5.5 lakh. Among the globally ranked options, NUS and NTU start at Rs. 18.5 lakh per year after the MOE tuition grant. NAFA and LASALLE are the cheapest overall at Rs. 6.3 lakh per year, but only for arts programs.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1777286355132\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Does the MOE Tuition Grant apply to Indian students?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Indian students enrolled full-time at all six autonomous universities can apply for the MOE Tuition Grant. You apply alongside your university application; the grant is not offered automatically to international students. Accepting the grant means signing a 3-year work bond for Singapore.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1777286554919\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What does the 3-year bond for the MOE Tuition Grant actually mean?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>After graduating, you must work full-time at a Singapore ACRA-registered company for 3 years. Indian IT companies such as Infosys, TCS, and Wipro with Singapore offices qualify. If you break the bond, you and your two nominated guarantors repay the full subsidy with interest, potentially exceeding Rs. 73.8 lakh for an engineering degree.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1777286565506\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What is the total annual cost of studying at an affordable university in Singapore from India?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For a public university with the MOE Grant, the total annual cost (tuition plus accommodation, food, transport, and personal expenses) runs Rs. 26.7-41.7 lakh. For private, affordable universities in Singapore, the total is Rs. 21.9\u201332 lakh annually.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1777286577413\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What CBSE or ISC percentage is needed for NUS and NTU?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>An aggregate above 90% is the competitive threshold for NUS and NTU undergraduate programs. Science and Engineering programs often admit Indian students with 92-95%+. SMU is more accessible to approximately 85% for Business and Law students, depending on the overall application.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1777287265620\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can Indian students work part-time while studying at affordable universities in Singapore?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Full-time students at ICA-approved institutions can work up to 16 hours per week during term time without a separate work permit. There is no cap during official semester breaks. Standard part-time pay runs Rs. 738-1,107 per hour (SGD 10-15\/hour).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1777287280101\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Are degrees from private, affordable universities in Singapore recognized in India?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, with a qualification. Degrees are internationally recognized when delivered by accredited UK, Australian, or US partners. Most Indian private employers accept SIM&#8217;s University of London programs and MDIS&#8217;s UK partner degrees. For public sector roles, civil service, or government banking, confirm AIU recognition before enrolling.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1777287291556\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What happens if my Singapore Student Pass application is rejected?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Reapply through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ica.gov.sg\/news-and-publications\/newsroom\/media-release\/1075\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SOLAR+ portal<\/a> with a complete financial statement and all required documents. A rejection is not a ban. Your university&#8217;s international office can help identify what was missing. Keep SIT&#8217;s January intake as a backup option if timing becomes critical.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1777287302681\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Which scholarships are specifically available to Indian students in Singapore in 2026-27?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The Dr. Goh Keng Swee Scholarship (now through NUS only), the NUS Global Merit Scholarship, the NTU International Scholarship, and the SINGA PhD Scholarship are all open to Indian students. The ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship is not available to Indian students, as India is not an ASEAN member state.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Verified by: <\/strong>LeapScholar&#8217;s Singapore counseling team, with direct experience guiding Indian students through NUS, NTU, SMU, and private university applications, MOE Tuition Grant decisions, and Student Pass processing.Have questions about affordable universities in Singapore?<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/webflow_progressive_form?utm_source=Counselling_SEO&amp;utm_medium=Blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Book a free session with a LeapScholar Counselor.<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","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 and NTU charge Indian students Rs.18.5-28 lakh\/year after the MOE Tuition Grant. MOE Grant requires a 3-year Singapore work bond after graduation. Private affordable universities start from Rs. 12 lakh\/year, no bond. CBSE\/ISC students need 90%+ for NUS\/NTU; SMU is accessible from ~85%. Total annual cost (tuition + living) ranges from [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":87,"featured_media":78456,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,522,15],"tags":[],"blocksy_meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78448"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/87"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=78448"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78448\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":78453,"href":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78448\/revisions\/78453"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/78456"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=78448"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=78448"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=78448"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}