Prime Minister's Fellowship Bangladesh

Government of Bangladesh (Prime Minister's Office / Chief Adviser's Office)

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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

Bangladeshi citizens seeking a funded Master's or PhD abroad. New applicants first pass the online Eligibility Test; a foreign admission offer does not replace it. Recipients normally accept a return-and-serve bond and public servants may need a no-objection letter. The portal has carried the title "Chief Adviser's Fellowship" since 2024.

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About this opportunity

Administered by the Governance Innovation Unit (GIU) of the Prime Minister’s Office of Bangladesh, this flagship national fellowship funds Bangladeshi citizens across three quotas (BCS Cadre, Non-Cadre Government, and Open/Non-Government Citizens) to complete Master’s and PhD degrees at the world’s top-ranked universities (QS/THE Top 100–300).

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Bangladeshi citizens seeking a funded Master's or PhD abroad. New applicants first pass the online Eligibility Test; a foreign admission offer does not replace it. Recipients normally accept a return-and-serve bond and public servants may need a no-objection letter. The portal has carried the title "Chief Adviser's Fellowship" since 2024.
2. Note the deadline. Rolling – open on the official portal (pmfellowship.cao.gov.bd) after you pass the online Eligibility Test; check the portal for the current round and dates Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Unconditional Admission Offer: Valid unconditional offer letter from a QS/Times Higher Education top-ranked international university.; Language Score: Valid IELTS overall score of 6.5+ (no band below 6.0) or TOEFL iBT equivalent.; Statement of Purpose & Development Linkage: Detailed proposal demonstrating how the degree directly advances Bangladesh’s national development priorities, plus PhD Research Proposal..
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

University Global Ranking Score + Academic Track Record + Alignment with National Development Goals + High-Level Oral Viva in Dhaka.

Profile of past winners

Bangladeshi development practitioners, university lecturers, engineers, and civil servants holding unconditional offers from top UK, US, Australian, or European universities.

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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. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
5. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.
6. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.

Quick answers

Who can apply for Prime Minister's Fellowship Bangladesh?

Bangladeshi citizens seeking a funded Master's or PhD abroad. New applicants first pass the online Eligibility Test; a foreign admission offer does not replace it. Recipients normally accept a return-and-serve bond and public servants may need a no-objection letter. The portal has carried the title "Chief Adviser's Fellowship" since 2024.

What does Prime Minister's Fellowship Bangladesh cover?

Full Ride Overseas (100% Tuition at Global Top-100/300 Universities, Living Stipend, Airfare, Health Insurance)

When is the deadline for Prime Minister's Fellowship Bangladesh?

Rolling – open on the official portal (pmfellowship.cao.gov.bd) after you pass the online Eligibility Test; check the portal for the current round and dates Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Prime Minister's Fellowship Bangladesh?

Host countries: United Kingdom, United States, Australia.

What documents do I need for Prime Minister's Fellowship Bangladesh?

Unconditional Admission Offer: Valid unconditional offer letter from a QS/Times Higher Education top-ranked international university.; Language Score: Valid IELTS overall score of 6.5+ (no band below 6.0) or TOEFL iBT equivalent.; Statement of Purpose & Development Linkage: Detailed proposal demonstrating how the degree directly advances Bangladesh’s national development priorities, plus PhD Research Proposal..

How are applicants selected for Prime Minister's Fellowship Bangladesh?

University Global Ranking Score + Academic Track Record + Alignment with National Development Goals + High-Level Oral Viva in Dhaka.

How much work is the Prime Minister's Fellowship Bangladesh application?

Very High: Unconditional Offer from Top-100/300 Global Univ + National Development Essay + IELTS 6.5+ + Viva