KNB Indonesian Government Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang)

Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Citizens of developing countries or partner countries recommended by Indonesia's foreign ministry (the guideline lists the Indonesian Embassy in Dhaka, so ask KBRI Dhaka whether Bangladesh is open that year). GPA at least 2.75 for bachelor's and 3.00 for master's and doctorate, a passport valid for 2+ years, an English test and a recommendation letter from the Indonesian Embassy. You must not already hold a degree at the level you apply for.

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About this opportunity

A government scholarship that brings students from partner countries to study in Indonesia, with about 250 places a year from 46 countries.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Citizens of developing countries or partner countries recommended by Indonesia's foreign ministry (the guideline lists the Indonesian Embassy in Dhaka, so ask KBRI Dhaka whether Bangladesh is open that year). GPA at least 2.75 for bachelor's and 3.00 for master's and doctorate, a passport valid for 2+ years, an English test and a recommendation letter from the Indonesian Embassy. You must not already hold a degree at the level you apply for.
2. Note the deadline. Mar (annual; recent calls ran about 3 - 21 Mar - the exact dates are announced each year on the KNB website) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Online application; Recommendation letter from the Indonesian embassy; Proof of citizenship; Official medical statement; Offer or invitation letter from a university; Recommendation from your employer or supervisor.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Selected by the Indonesian ministry from applications received online

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Tips from our advisors

1. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
2. Contact potential supervisors before you apply. Send a one-page research summary and a short, specific email.
3. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
4. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
5. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
6. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.

Quick answers

Who can apply for KNB Indonesian Government Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang)?

Citizens of developing countries or partner countries recommended by Indonesia's foreign ministry (the guideline lists the Indonesian Embassy in Dhaka, so ask KBRI Dhaka whether Bangladesh is open that year). GPA at least 2.75 for bachelor's and 3.00 for master's and doctorate, a passport valid for 2+ years, an English test and a recommendation letter from the Indonesian Embassy. You must not already hold a degree at the level you apply for.

What does KNB Indonesian Government Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang) cover?

Tuition, monthly living allowance, arrival allowance, book and research allowance, publication support, arrival and return airfare and health insurance

When is the deadline for KNB Indonesian Government Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang)?

Mar (annual; recent calls ran about 3 - 21 Mar - the exact dates are announced each year on the KNB website) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with KNB Indonesian Government Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang)?

Host countries: Indonesia.

What documents do I need for KNB Indonesian Government Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang)?

Online application; Recommendation letter from the Indonesian embassy; Proof of citizenship; Official medical statement; Offer or invitation letter from a university; Recommendation from your employer or supervisor.

How are applicants selected for KNB Indonesian Government Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang)?

Selected by the Indonesian ministry from applications received online

How much work is the KNB Indonesian Government Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang) application?

High: embassy letter + medical statement + online application