Applicants cannot receive any other scholarship, fellowship, grant, or loan while on this scholarship unless you first get written approval from Brunei's Ministry of Foreign Affairs—breaking this rule ends your scholarship immediately.
Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship 2026-27
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Eligibility
Students having applied for a UG and PG degree programmes
Region
Brunei
Award
Full tuition fee, monthly personal allowance, and other benefits
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
The Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship 2026-27 is an opportunity offered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Brunei Darussalam to students having applied for a UG and PG degree programmes. This scholarship aims to support the education of students who have applied for relevant courses at one of the listed institutions. The selected candidates shall receive full tuition fee, monthly personal allowance, and other benefits.
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- not exceed the age of 25 years (for UG and Diploma courses)
- not exceed the age of 35 years (for PG Master’s degree courses)
- demonstrate English language proficiency with the help of the following:
- Credit 6 at GCE ‘O’ Level Examination or
- Grade ‘C” in IGCSE English (as a second language) or
- TOEFL minimum score of 550 or
- IELTS score of 6.0
Benefits
The selected candidates shall receive:
- Full exemption from payment of tuition fees, including acceptance, examination, registration, and orientation fees, for the entire duration of the programme.
- A return economy class air ticket: one to Brunei Darussalam from the candidate’s country of origin or domicile prior to the commencement of the course, and another upon completion of the programme to the candidate’s home country or domicile.
- A monthly personal allowance of BND$500.00
- A monthly meals allowance of BND$150.00
- An annual book allowance of BND$600.00
- Accommodation at the residential college of the respective University or Polytechnic.
- A baggage allowance for the shipment of personal effects upon completion of the programme, up to:
- BND$250.00 for countries within the ASEAN region; or
- BND$500.00 for countries outside the ASEAN region.
- Comprehensive insurance coverage for the entire duration of the scholarship. Recipients are, however, encouraged to obtain additional insurance at their own expense prior to travelling to Brunei Darussalam and for the full period of their stay.
Documents
- Passport size photograph
- Passport/Birth Certificate/National Identification Card/ Document copy
- English Language Proficiency Certification copy (if applicable)
- Academic Qualification Certificates including transcripts, other achievements certificates copy and proof of employment
- Research Proposal (for Programmes by Research only)
How can you apply?
Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Under ‘Scholarship' click on
'THE GOVERNMENT OF BRUNEI DARUSSALAM SCHOLARSHIP FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS TENABLE IN BRUNEI DARUSSALAM (BDGS) ACADEMIC SESSION 2026/2027’
Step 4: Enter your email ID and click on ‘Send OTP’
Step 5: You will receive an OTP on your email Id. Fill in the OTP and click on 'New Application'
Step 6: Arrange the documents listed under BDGS Documents Checklist. Tick all the check boxes and click on ‘Proceed to Application’
Step 7: Enter all the mentioned details carefully and upload the necessary documents to complete your application.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 15 February 2026 (11:59 PM)
Important documents
Terms and Conditions
Contact Details
Ministry of Foreign Affairs,
Brunei Darussalam
Source: mfa.gov.bn
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering this scholarship opportunity?
Answer: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Brunei Darussalam is offering this opportunity.
Question: Who can apply for this scholarship?
Answer: Students having applied for a UG and PG degree programmes at the University of Amsterdam are eligible for this scholarship.
Question: What are the benefits of this scholarship?
Answer: The selected candidates shall receive full tuition fee, monthly personal allowance, and other benefits.
Question: What is the last date to apply for this scholarship?
Answer: The last date to apply for this scholarship is 15 February 2026 (11:59 PM).
Question: When are the results declared?
Answer: Applicants shall be notified regarding the result of their application by 01 June 2026 (tentative).
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