Government of Indonesia KNB Scholarship 2026 , Indonesia (Fully Funded)

The KNB Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang Scholarship) is a fully funded international scholarship offered by the Government of Indonesia through the Directorate General of Higher Education. It aims to strengthen global cooperation by providing students from developing countries the opportunity to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees at top Indonesian universities.

This prestigious scholarship allows international students to study in Indonesia while experiencing a rich multicultural environment and high-quality academic programs.

The KNB Scholarship is fully funded, covering:

• Full tuition fees
• Monthly living allowance
• Health insurance
• Settlement allowance
• Research and academic support
• Indonesian language (Bahasa Indonesia) training
• Cultural immersion programs

This scholarship ensures students can focus entirely on their academic journey in Indonesia.

The KNB Scholarship supports the following degree levels:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degree
• Doctoral (PhD) Degree

Programs are offered across 34+ partner universities in Indonesia.

Fields of study vary by university and may include:

• Engineering & Technology
• Natural Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Economics & Business
• Education
• Public Policy & Governance
• Environmental Studies
• Information Technology
• Health & Life Sciences
• Humanities & Cultural Studies

Applicants should check each university’s Study Program Booklet on the official KNB portal for subject availability.

The KNB Scholarship is open to international students from developing countries, including but not limited to:

• Asia
• Africa
• Pacific Islands
• South America
• Eastern Europe

Applicants must be non-Indonesian citizens and hold a valid passport.

For Bachelor’s Degree Applicants

• Maximum age: 21 years
• High School graduate (Bachelor’s degree holders are not eligible)
• Minimum English proficiency:

1. TOEFL ITP 477
2. TOEFL iBT 53
3. IELTS 5.5
4. TOEIC 510

• Valid passport (valid through at least December of the intake year)
• Embassy Recommendation Letter (mandatory)
• Academic transcripts legalized by relevant authorities

General Requirements (All Levels)

• Non-Indonesian citizen
• Good academic background
• Strong academic and/or professional recommendations
• English or Bahasa Indonesia documents
• Commitment to completing studies in Indonesia

• Download the KNB Scholarship Offer Letter from the official website
• Contact the Indonesian Embassy or Consulate in your home country
• Submit required academic and administrative documents to obtain an Embassy Recommendation Letter
• Register online through the official KNB Scholarship portal
• Upload all required documents in JPEG/JPG format (max 300 KB per file)
• Complete the application and submit before the deadline

Note:  Each applicant is allowed only one account, so ensure all documents are complete and accurate.

Selection Timeline 

• Application Submission: February – March
• Embassy Verification: Early April
• Directorate Verification: Late April
• Academic Selection: May – June
• Announcement of Awardees: June
• Re-Registration: Late June

Note: (Exact dates may vary each year)

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Valid passport scan
• English proficiency certificate (if applicable)
• Academic certificates and transcripts
• Recommendation letters (academic & professional)
• Embassy recommendation letter
• Statement of purpose (for postgraduate applicants)

Why Study in Indonesia with KNB Scholarship?

• Access to top Indonesian universities
• Fully funded education
• Multicultural and multilingual environment
• Strong academic reputation in Southeast Asia
• Opportunity to build global networks and leadership skills