STFT Fellowship (Science and Technology Fellowship Trust, Bangladesh)

Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of Bangladesh

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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 doing MS, MPhil or PhD research in science and technology fields (not humanities or pure business). Apply once through the MOST grant portal with your NID, certificates, a research proposal and an admission or supervisor letter; public employees need an NOC. Most state fellowships carry a return-and-serve clause, so read it before accepting an overseas seat.

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About this opportunity

Funded by the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) of the Government of Bangladesh, the NST Fellowship and Science & Technology Fellowship Trust support thousands of Bangladeshi M.S., M.Phil, and PhD thesis students at public universities (such as BUET, Dhaka University, BAU, RU, CU, SUST, and JU) as well as doctoral scholars abroad.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Bangladeshi citizens doing MS, MPhil or PhD research in science and technology fields (not humanities or pure business). Apply once through the MOST grant portal with your NID, certificates, a research proposal and an admission or supervisor letter; public employees need an NOC. Most state fellowships carry a return-and-serve clause, so read it before accepting an overseas seat.
2. Note the deadline. Apr – Jun and Sep – Nov (probable; the Trust advertises each financial year - watch grant.most.gov.bd and stft.gov.bd for the circular) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Enrollment & Supervisor Endorsement: Official certificate of enrollment in an M.S. (Thesis track), M.Phil, or PhD program at a recognized public university, signed by the thesis supervisor and department chair.; Research Synopsis: Approved thesis proposal detailing scientific methodology and expected national impact.; Academic Transcripts & NID: SSC, HSC, Bachelor’s, and Master’s transcripts along with Bangladeshi National ID (NID)..
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Ministry Expert Committee Evaluation of Academic CGPA, Thesis Supervisor Endorsement, and Scientific Merit of the Research Synopsis.

Profile of past winners

Bangladeshi M.S. thesis and PhD researchers in agriculture, biotechnology, engineering, physics, and environmental sciences at public universities across Bangladesh.

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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. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
6. Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline. Portals slow down on the last day.

Quick answers

Who can apply for STFT Fellowship (Science and Technology Fellowship Trust, Bangladesh)?

Bangladeshi citizens doing MS, MPhil or PhD research in science and technology fields (not humanities or pure business). Apply once through the MOST grant portal with your NID, certificates, a research proposal and an admission or supervisor letter; public employees need an NOC. Most state fellowships carry a return-and-serve clause, so read it before accepting an overseas seat.

What does STFT Fellowship (Science and Technology Fellowship Trust, Bangladesh) cover?

A government fellowship for MS, MPhil or PhD study in science and technology, in Bangladesh or abroad; the stipend and grants are set in the Fellowship Policy 2025 (revised) on stft.gov.bd

When is the deadline for STFT Fellowship (Science and Technology Fellowship Trust, Bangladesh)?

Apr – Jun and Sep – Nov (probable; the Trust advertises each financial year - watch grant.most.gov.bd and stft.gov.bd for the circular) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with STFT Fellowship (Science and Technology Fellowship Trust, Bangladesh)?

Host countries: Bangladesh.

What documents do I need for STFT Fellowship (Science and Technology Fellowship Trust, Bangladesh)?

Enrollment & Supervisor Endorsement: Official certificate of enrollment in an M.S. (Thesis track), M.Phil, or PhD program at a recognized public university, signed by the thesis supervisor and department chair.; Research Synopsis: Approved thesis proposal detailing scientific methodology and expected national impact.; Academic Transcripts & NID: SSC, HSC, Bachelor’s, and Master’s transcripts along with Bangladeshi National ID (NID)..

How are applicants selected for STFT Fellowship (Science and Technology Fellowship Trust, Bangladesh)?

Ministry Expert Committee Evaluation of Academic CGPA, Thesis Supervisor Endorsement, and Scientific Merit of the Research Synopsis.

How much work is the STFT Fellowship (Science and Technology Fellowship Trust, Bangladesh) application?

Medium–High: Supervisor-Endorsed Thesis/Research Proposal + University Enrollment Proof + Academic Transcripts