The Government of Indonesia is offering the Indonesian AID Scholarship to applicants from selected priority countries. This initiative reflects Indonesia’s commitment to fostering global cooperation and mutual development through education.
The scholarship provides opportunities to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degrees in Indonesia for the 2026 academic year.
The programme aims to support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in the education sector, by empowering individuals to enhance their knowledge, skills, and leadership capacity.
The scholarship is primarily targeted at civil servants and government-recommended officials from priority countries.
Through this programme, successful applicants will have the opportunity to study at leading universities and polytechnics across Indonesia, covering a wide range of academic disciplines.
To support academic and cultural readiness, the programme includes a preparatory phase (Pre-Study Programme), which consists of:
- Bahasa Indonesia for Foreign Speakers (BIPA)
- A matriculation programme
Participants will further benefit from a holistic learning experience that includes academic studies, cultural enrichment, leadership development and exposure to international collaboration.
For detailed information on the programme and application process, please refer to the official advert: https://tias.kemenkeu.go.id/landing/
Levels of Study
- Bachelor
- Master's
- Doctoral
Programme Timeline
| Stage | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application and Document Submission | 16 February – 17 April 2026 |
| Administrative Selection (Embassy) | 20 – 30 April 2026 |
| Administrative Selection (MoHEST) | 04 – 08 May 2026 |
| Academic Evaluation | 11 – 29 May 2026 |
| Results (Academic Selection) | 03 June 2026 |
| Final Selection Processes | 04 – 10 June 2026 |
| Final Results Announcement | 30 June 2026 |
| Pre-Departure Briefing | 01 July – 14 August 2026 |
| Arrival in Indonesia | 20 – 31 August 2026 |
The Indonesian AID Programme Structure
The scholarship programme combines academic studies, cultural enrichment, and leadership training to prepare participants for global collaboration and community contribution.
- Indonesian Language Training Programme
- Preparatory Programme
- Buddy Programme
- Cross Cultural Programme
- Academic Programme
What the scholarship covers?
The programme offers comprehensive financial and academic support, including:
- Tuition fees
- Round-trip airfare
- Visa costs
- Health insurance
- Monthly living allowance
- Accommodation allowance
- Settlement allowance
- Research funding
- International seminars and publication support
- Indonesian language training (BIPA)
- Buddy and cultural exchange programmes
Duration
Preparatory Programme:
- Up to 6 months (Language – BIPA)
- Up to 4 months (Matriculation)
Academic Programme:
- Bachelor’s/Diploma: Up to 48 months
- Master’s: Up to 24 months
- Doctoral: Up to 48 months
Eligibility Requirements by Level of Study
| Criteria | Diploma / Bachelor’s | Master’s | Doctoral (PhD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nomination | Must be officially nominated by government | Must be officially nominated by government | Must be officially nominated by government |
| Citizenship | Must be from a priority country - South Africa | Must be from a priority country - South Africa | Must be from a priority country - South Africa |
| Return Obligation | Must return and serve home country (minimum 2 years) | Must return and serve home country (minimum 2 years) | Must return and serve home country (minimum 2 years) |
| Employment Experience | Preferably 2 years in government | Preferably 2 years in government | Preferably 2 years in government |
| Supervisor Permission | Required if employed | Required | Required |
| Passport | Minimum 18 months validity | Minimum 18 months validity | Minimum 18 months validity |
| Age Limit | 25 (Diploma) / 30 (Bachelor’s) on 31 July | 42 years on 31 July | 47 years on 31 July |
| Minimum Qualification | High school certificate notarized | Bachelor’s degree certificate (with transcripts, notarized) | Master’s degree certificate (with transcripts, notarized) |
| Proof of Employment | Required (if applicable) | Required | Required |
| Police Clearance | Required | Required | Required |
| Health Requirement | Medical certificate after selection | Medical certificate after selection | Medical certificate after selection |
| Pregnancy Declaration | Must confirm not pregnant | Must confirm not pregnant | Must confirm not pregnant |
| Military Status | Must not be active/in service | Must not be active/in service | Must not be active/in service |
| English Requirement | TOEFL 477 / IELTS 5.5* | TOEFL 477 / IELTS 5.5* | TOEFL 530 / IELTS 6.0* |
| Supervisor (Academic) | Not required | Not required | Required from a prospective research supervisor at an Indonesian university |
| Research Proposal | Not required | Not required | Required (Statement of Purpose) outlining their study objectives, the origin of their interest in studying in Indonesia and pursuing the selected research topic, as well as their future academic plans |
| Previous PhD | Not applicable | Not applicable | Must not already hold a PhD |
| Study Location Requirement | Indonesia | Indonesia | Research must be conducted in Indonesia |
* English requirement may be waived if the applicant studied in English or the programme is offered in Bahasa Indonesia.
Application process
Applicants are required to:
- Select a preferred study programme
- Request access through the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Pretoria
- Complete the online application
- Upload all required documents
- Participate in administrative and academic selection processes
For more information and to apply, please visit: https://tias.kemenkeu.go.id/landing/
Contact
For enquiries related to the Indonesian AID Scholarship:
- Applicants are advised to contact the host university or polytechnic directly. Contact details are available in the TIAS booklet.
- For application access and nomination processes, applicants may also contact pretoria.kbri@kemlu.go.id.
Documents and links
Note
Please note that this opportunity is not offered by the Department of Higher Education and Training. Applicants are required to undertake their own research into programmes and institutions and are responsible for ensuring that the qualifications will be recognised in South Africa by contacting the South African Qualifications Authority and the relevant professional bodies. If there are any discrepancies in the details provided, the information given by the sponsor supersedes the details provided above. No additional financial support will be provided by the Department of Higher Education and Training.
