Fully Funded Scholarship Announcement-Government of Indonesia – KNB Scholarship
Organization: Government of Indonesia – KNB Scholarship
About KNB Scholarship:
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 higher education at top Indonesian universities. The program provides a rich multicultural environment, high-quality academic programs, and comprehensive support for international students.
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Government of Indonesia KNB Scholarship 2027 – Fully Funded
Scholarship Overview:
The KNB Scholarship supports students at Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral (PhD) levels across 34+ partner universities in Indonesia. Programs cover a wide range of subjects including Engineering, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Economics, Business, Education, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, IT, Health & Life Sciences, and Humanities.
Scholarship Benefits:
Full tuition fees coverage
Monthly living allowance
Health insurance
Settlement allowance
Research and academic support
Indonesian language (Bahasa Indonesia) training
Cultural immersion programs
Eligibility Criteria:
Open to international students from developing countries (Asia, Africa, Pacific Islands, South America, Eastern Europe)
Non-Indonesian citizens with a valid passport
Good academic record with strong recommendations
English or Bahasa Indonesia proficiency for all documents
Commitment to complete studies in Indonesia
Specific Requirements for Bachelor’s Degree Applicants:
Maximum age: 21 years
High school graduate (Bachelor’s degree holders are not eligible)
Minimum English proficiency: TOEFL ITP 477, TOEFL iBT 53, IELTS 5.5, TOEIC 510
Embassy Recommendation Letter required
Legalized academic transcripts
Application Procedure:
Download the KNB Scholarship Offer Letter from the official website
Contact the Indonesian Embassy or Consulate in your country
Submit required documents to obtain an Embassy Recommendation Letter
Register online through the official KNB Scholarship portal
Upload documents in JPEG/JPG format (max 300 KB per file)
Complete and submit application before the deadline
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
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