Study in Indonesia — Kemitraan Negara Berkembang (KNB) Scholarship 2026

(Fully Funded)

The Kemitraan Negara Berkembang (KNB) Scholarship 2026 is offered by the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture to students from developing countries, covering undergraduate and master’s studies at Indonesian universities. This fully funded scholarship aims to strengthen cooperation between Indonesia and partner countries while promoting international education.

About the KNB Scholarship

KNB has supported thousands of international students since 1992, offering programs in Bahasa Indonesia and English, as well as an introductory Indonesian language course before the program.


Scholarship Benefits

Fully funded package includes:
Full tuition fee waiver
Monthly living allowance (IDR 2,550,000–3,550,000)
Settling-in allowance (IDR 1,250,000)
Health insurance
One round-trip international airfare


Eligible Fields of Study

Wide range of programs including:
Education
Engineering
Social Sciences
Natural Sciences
Humanities
Economics and Management


Participating Institutions

Over 30 public universities across Indonesia, such as:
Universitas Gadjah Mada
Universitas Indonesia
Institut Teknologi Bandung
Universitas Airlangga


Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:
Be citizens of developing countries
Undergraduate: be under 25 years old; Master’s: under 35
Hold relevant high school or bachelor’s qualifications with a strong academic record
Be willing to learn Bahasa Indonesia
Have a TOEFL ITP score of 500 or equivalent


Application Process

Complete online application through the KNB portal
Submit required documents: passport, academic transcripts, recommendation letters, CV, and proof of English proficiency
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed


Important Dates

Application Opens: January 2026
Deadline: May 2026
Results: August 2026
Classes Begin: September/October 2026


Official Source

KNB Scholarship Official Website


Final Thoughts

The KNB Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students from developing nations to experience high-quality education in Indonesia while learning a new language and culture, all fully funded. 



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