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Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2026

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Eligibility

Students seeking a full-time PhD admission at a University in Hong Kong

Region

India

Award

An annual stipend of HK$340,800 (₹38,71,829 approx.) and other benefits

Deadline

Closed

About The Program

The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2026 is an opportunity provided by  Hong Kong Research Grants Council (RGC) to students seeking a full-time PhD admission at a University in Hong Kong. The selected candidates shall receive an annual stipend of HK$340,800 (₹38,71,829 approx.) and other benefits.

EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed

To be eligible, an applicant must:

  • be students seeking a full-time PhD admission at a University in Hong Kong
  • demonstrate outstanding academic performance
  • show exceptional research ability and leadership potential
Benefits

The selected candidates will receive:

  • an annual stipend of HK$340,800 (₹38,71,829 approx.)
  • conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$14,200
How can you apply?

Eligible candidates can apply for the scholarship through the following 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: Click on the blue colour ‘Apply Now’ button on the right hand side of the page. 
Step 4: Scroll down to the ‘Application Procedures’ section and click on the link below ‘For information and admission requirements of individual universities, please visit’
Step 5: Enter all the details and click on the ‘Sign Up’ button. 
Step 6: Click on the name of the university you are interested in out of the eight listed and click on the ‘Online Application’ link. 
Step 7: This will redirect you to the application link of that specific university where you can proceed with the fellowship application.

Important Dates

Application Deadline: 1st December 2025 (12:00 noon Hong Kong Time)

Terms and Conditions

This is an in-residence fellowship away from the home institution of the applicants.

Contact Details

Hong Kong Research Grants Council (RGC)
7/F., Shui On Centre,
6-8 Harbour Road, Wanchai,
Hong Kong SAR, People's Republic of China.    
Email ID: HKPF@ugc.edu.hk l Phone No. (852) 2524 3987
Source: https://www.ugc.edu.hk/eng/rgc/funding_opport/

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FAQ's

Question: Who is offering this fellowship opportunity?
Answer:
Hong Kong Research Grants Council (RGC) is offering this opportunity.

Question: Who can apply for this fellowship?
Answer:
Students seeking a full-time PhD admission at a University in Hong Kong can apply for this fellowship. 

Question: What are the benefits of this fellowship?
Answer:
The selected candidates shall receive an annual stipend of HK$340,800 (₹38,71,829 approx.) and other benefits. 

Question: What is the last date to apply for this fellowship?
Answer:
The last date to apply for this is 01 December 2025 (12:00 noon Hong Kong Time). 

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