How much yearly funding can I get from the Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship for a PhD?
The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship can provide up to EUR 31,000 annually for PhD candidates. The package combines a stipend, fees and research costs, and the Enterprise Partnership Scheme offers the same maximum package structure for eligible research candidates.
The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship can provide up to EUR 31,000 (approx INR 33.87 L) per year for PhD candidates. The package covers a stipend, fees and research costs.
Major Irish funding routes
| Scholarship | Study level | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| GOI-IES | Master's and PhD | EUR 10,000 (approx INR 10.93 L) stipend plus full fee waiver |
| GOI Postgraduate | Research master's and PhD | Up to EUR 31,000 (approx INR 33.87 L) per year covering stipend, fees and research |
| Enterprise Partnership | Research master's and PhD | Up to EUR 31,000 (approx INR 33.87 L) per year covering stipend, fees and research |
Things to watch
- PhD candidates often get the highest level of funding support in Ireland.
- The Free Fees Initiative should not be mistaken for free university education for international students, because eligibility depends on nationality, residency and other conditions.
- A publicly funded university does not automatically mean you qualify for free tuition.
My Advice
If you are aiming for a PhD in Ireland, talk to potential supervisors early and ask which funding routes their project can access. Treat the figures as maximums, since your actual package depends on the award and your project.
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