KNB Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang)

The KNB Scholarship is a development partnership scholarship offered by the Indonesian government to support international students from developing countries in pursuing higher education in Indonesia.

Who Can Apply

• Citizens of developing countries

• Applicants for Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral programs

• Must meet age limits per degree level (e.g. 25 for undergraduate, 35 for master’s, 40 for doctorate)

• Strong academic record, proof of English proficiency, and required recommendation letters

What’s Covered

• Full or partial tuition waiver

• Living stipend, research and book allowances

• Travel costs (round-trip airfare), local transportation, and health insurance

• Pre-study Indonesian language or preparatory programs when needed

Procedure & Requirements

• Download the scholarship invitation letter and get it validated by the Indonesian Embassy/Consulate

• Submit required documents (transcripts, certificates, proof of English, recommendation letters)

• Selection may include interviews and additional tests

• Host universities in Indonesia will handle admission and supervision

Duration & Institutions

• Scholarship duration aligns with the standard length of your selected degree

• Multiple Indonesian universities partner with the KNB program to host scholars

Deadline
The 2025 application window is open from 17 February to 7 March 2025