How much monthly stipend can I expect as an international student on NTU's research scholarships in Singapore?
International PhD students typically receive SGD 3,000 a month and master's research students SGD 2,900 a month under the NTU Research Scholarship, while the Nanyang President's Graduate Scholarship lists SGD 4,300 a month. Amounts can change, so check NTU's official page.
Under NTU's research scholarships, the international PhD stipend is typically SGD 3,000 (approx INR 2.22 L) a month and the international master's research stipend is around SGD 2,900 (approx INR 2.15 L) a month. The Nanyang President's Graduate Scholarship lists SGD 4,300 (approx INR 3.19 L) a month for international students.
Stipends by Award
| Award | Who it is for | International stipend |
|---|---|---|
| NTU Research Scholarship (PhD) | Graduate research students, generally with Honours-level or equivalent qualifications | SGD 3,000 (approx INR 2.22 L) per month |
| NTU Research Scholarship (master's research) | Graduate research students in full-time research programs | SGD 2,900 (approx INR 2.15 L) per month |
| Nanyang President's Graduate Scholarship | High-achieving students pursuing doctoral studies | SGD 4,300 (approx INR 3.19 L) per month |
What Else the Awards Cover
- The NTU Research Scholarship supports full-time research students for the specified master's and doctoral periods.
- The Nanyang President's Graduate Scholarship covers annual tuition, a monthly stipend and selected allowances, and conference, book, IT and thesis allowances may be available.
- For undergraduates, the Nanyang Global Scholarship may include a living allowance of SGD 6,500 (approx INR 4.82 L) per year, with tuition, boarding, travel and computer allowance possibly provided at a subsidised rate.
My Advice
Treat these stipends as typical figures and confirm them with NTU before you budget. If you plan to apply for the 2027 or 2028 intake, check the official scholarship page for the latest amounts and the application process.
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