YBB - The Indonesian Government Scholarship 2026, widely known as the KNB Scholarship, is a fully funded opportunity for international students from developing countries who wish to pursue higher education in Indonesia. Through this program, students can enroll in Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degrees at leading Indonesian universities.
Moreover, the scholarship aims to strengthen human resource development while enhancing people-to-people relations between Indonesia and participating countries.
The Kemitraan Negara Berkembang (KNB) Scholarship allows international students to study at prestigious Indonesian universities while experiencing one of the world’s most culturally diverse societies. In addition, the program supports academic excellence and cross-cultural collaboration.
For the 2026 intake, the Indonesian Government will award 222 scholarships, which include:
As a result, selected students will gain access to high-quality education across 31 host universities in Indonesia.
The KNB Scholarship 2026 covers a wide range of academic disciplines. These include, but are not limited to:
Biology, Engineering, Economics, Physics, Chemistry, Visual Art and Design, Architecture, Transportation, Management Science, Pharmacy, Astronomy, Mathematics, Earth Sciences, Logistics, Water Resource Management, Tourism Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Computer Science, Informatics, Statistics, Communication Science, Accountancy, Law, Psychology, Veterinary Medicine, Library and Information Science, Nutrition, English Language and Literature, Public Administration, Anthropology, Nursing, Sociology, International Relations, History, Disaster Management, and Political Science.
Therefore, applicants from various academic backgrounds can find suitable programs aligned with their interests.
Some of the participating universities include:
Universitas Indonesia, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Institut Pertanian Bogor, Universitas Airlangga, Universitas Diponegoro, Universitas Padjadjaran, Universitas Hasanuddin, and Universitas Sebelas Maret.
Before starting their degree, all awardees must complete a one-year Indonesian Language (BIPA) program.
Program durations are as follows:
Consequently, students will be well-prepared academically and linguistically.
The Indonesian Government Scholarship 2026 offers comprehensive financial coverage, including:
As a result, students can focus fully on their academic and research goals.
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Applicants must prepare the following documents:
Therefore, applicants should prepare their documents early to avoid delays.
Follow these steps carefully:
Afterward, the selection results will be announced through the official KNB Scholarship website and Indonesian Publication Network.
The application deadline for the Indonesian Government Scholarship 2026 is:
31 March 2026
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.
Applicants can access the official guidelines through the following links:
The Indonesian Government Scholarship 2026 (KNB Scholarship) is an excellent opportunity for international students from developing countries to pursue fully funded higher education in Indonesia. With extensive academic options, strong financial support, and world-class universities, the program offers both academic and cultural enrichment. Therefore, eligible applicants should prepare their documents carefully and submit their applications before the deadline to secure this valuable opportunity.