KNB Scholarship (Indonesia, Developing Countries Partnership)
About this scholarship
The KNB Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang, Developing Countries Partnership) is the Indonesian government’s scholarship for students from developing countries to take full degrees at leading Indonesian universities, with undergraduate places alongside master’s and doctoral tracks.
The award covers tuition, a settlement allowance on arrival, a monthly living allowance, health insurance, and Indonesian language preparation, since most undergraduate programs are taught in Bahasa Indonesia after the language year.
Applications are submitted online in an annual window that has typically run in the first quarter of the year. Watch the official KNB portal from early 2027 for the next intake.
Eligibility
- Citizen of an eligible developing country
- Age limits per level (commonly up to mid-20s for undergraduate)
- Completed secondary education with good grades (undergraduate track)
- English proficiency evidence per the current guideline
- Recommendation from the Indonesian Embassy in your country
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition for the program
- Settlement allowance on arrival
- Monthly living allowance
- Health insurance
- Indonesian language and preparatory program
Required Documents
- Online application on the KNB portal
- Embassy recommendation letter
- Transcripts and certificates
- Passport copy
- Health statement
- English certificate as required
How to Apply
- Contact the Indonesian Embassy in your country for the recommendation step
- Apply on the KNB online portal during the window
- Select your university and program preferences from the participating list
- Selection results are announced before the academic year
Frequently asked questions
Is KNB Scholarship fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Tuition, settlement allowance, monthly living allowance, health insurance, language training. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does KNB Scholarship cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Undergraduate, Masters, PhD.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is February 28, 2027. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Citizen of an eligible developing country; Age limits per level (commonly up to mid-20s for undergraduate); Completed secondary education with good grades (undergraduate track); English proficiency evidence per the current guideline; and more (see the full list above). See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
