Can I, as an Indian student, apply for the SINGA scholarship in Singapore, and what does it cover?
Yes, Indian students can typically apply for SINGA, a government-backed PhD award in science and engineering run by A*STAR. It usually covers tuition for up to 4 years, a monthly stipend and one-time grants. Check the official A*STAR SINGA page for the latest terms.
Yes, SINGA is the main government-backed award open to Indian students, and it is run by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR). It funds PhD study in science and engineering, and you can do your research at A*STAR, NUS, NTU, SUTD or SMU.
What SINGA Typically Offers
| Benefit | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Tuition | Fully covered for up to 4 years |
| Monthly stipend | SGD 2,700 (approx INR 2.00 L), rising to SGD 3,200 (approx INR 2.37 L) after you pass the PhD qualifying exam |
| Settling-in allowance | One-time grant of SGD 1,000 (approx INR 74,160) |
| Airfare | Up to SGD 1,500 (approx INR 1.11 L) |
Eligibility, Application and Other Schemes
- Eligibility typically includes excellent academic results, a strong interest in research, good written and spoken English and strong academic references.
- To apply, pick a research project, prepare your transcripts and documents, and apply through the A*STAR portal. Shortlisted candidates are called for interviews.
- It is described as one of the few fully funded awards in Singapore with no work bond after graduation.
- The MOE Tuition Grant cuts tuition but is not a cash scholarship and comes with a 3-year work bond.
- The ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship is for citizens of ASEAN countries, so Indian students cannot apply.
- The A*STAR Graduate Scholarship and National Science Scholarship are mainly for Singaporeans.
My Advice
Start with the research project, because SINGA is a PhD award and your project choice shapes your application. Read the latest terms on the official A*STAR SINGA page before you prepare documents.
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