NIE PhD Scholarship at NTU 2025-26

NIE PhD Scholarship at NTU is offered to students who have enrolled themselves for a Ph.D. level program at the Institute.

Eligibility Criteria for the NIE PhD Scholarship:

• Applicants may come from any nationality.
• Applicants must enroll in a full-time PhD program at the university.
• Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree with honours at least at Second Class Upper level.
• Applicants must possess a Master's degree in related disciplines and demonstrate the capability to engage in research within the suggested area of advanced study.
• Applicants must not currently hold or accept a job, or receive any other scholarship, fellowship, grant, or extra money.

Application Process:

The candidates must indicate the interest to apply for the scholarship in the online application form.

Value of the Scholarship:

All successful applicants for International PhD Positions in Singapore will receive the following from the National Institute of Education:

• Annual Tuition Fee
• Monthly Stipend:
  • Singapore Citizen - $3,500 (STEM) / $3,200 (SSH)
  • Permanent Resident - $3,100 (STEM) / $2,800 (SSH)
  • International Student - $2,700 (STEM) / $2,500 (SSH)
• Other Benefits:
• Singapore Citizens - Central Provident Fund (CPF) contributions will be based on the current employer's contribution rate
• Scholars clearing the Ph.D. Qualifying Examination/Confirmation - Up to SGD 500 per month (subject to conditions)

NB: Recipients must perform teaching/ laboratory supervision duties to fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Assistantship Programme (GAP).