New Delhi: Singapore remains a highly sought-after destination for higher education in Asia, ranking just behind China and Hong Kong according to the QS World University Rankings for Asia 2025. With prestigious institutions like the National University of Singapore (NUS), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), and Singapore Management University (SMU), the city-state offers world-class education.
According to data from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in 2022, approximately 10,000 Indian students are currently pursuing their studies in Singapore. If you’re planning to join them in 2025, there are several scholarships available to help fund your education—provided you meet the eligibility criteria. Here are some of the top scholarships for Indian students:
Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award (SIPGA)
Offered by the Asian Institute of Science, Technology and Research, the SIPGA is designed for undergraduate and master's students interested in research fields like Computing, Biomedical Science, and Engineering. This award gives students the opportunity to gain international exposure and connect with peers worldwide.
Eligibility:
Open to international 3rd and 4th-year undergraduate and master's students pursuing STEM courses.
Must have a Second-Class (Upper) Honours or equivalent in a bachelor's degree.
Must have passed class 10.
Strong proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
A keen interest in pursuing a research career.
Deadline: November 30, 2024.
Scholarships by the National University of Singapore (NUS)
NUS, one of the top universities in Singapore, offers various scholarships to international students, including:
Science & Technology Undergraduate Scholarship: For exceptional students from Asian countries (excluding Singapore).
NUS International Undergraduate Scholarship: Open to meritorious students from all countries, excluding Singapore. The selection process includes an application review and interviews between January and July, with results announced by mid-July.
Nanyang Scholarship by Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
The Nanyang Scholarship is a prestigious award given to high-achieving freshmen pursuing undergraduate studies at NTU. The scholarship supports students with excellent academic records, strong leadership potential, and impressive co-curricular involvement.
Eligibility:
Open to all nationalities.
Must possess outstanding academic qualifications such as Singapore-Cambridge GCE 'A' level, polytechnic diplomas, NUS High School Diploma, IB Diploma, or equivalent Year 12 qualifications.
Must demonstrate excellent leadership qualities and a strong track record of co-curricular activities.
Science & Technology Undergraduate Scholarship by Singapore Management University (SMU)
SMU offers this scholarship for outstanding students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, Computer Science, or Software Engineering at the School of Computing and Information Systems.
Eligibility:
Must be a first-year, full-time undergraduate student at SMU enrolled in one of the eligible programs.
Open to students from India, PRC, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan.
Must have a minimum GPA of 3.40.
Strong leadership, communication skills, and a record of involvement in co-curricular activities or community service.
Must have a positive character record.
These scholarships offer excellent opportunities for Indian students to study in Singapore’s top institutions and gain valuable international exposure. If you meet the criteria, don’t miss the chance to apply and further your education in one of Asia's most vibrant academic hubs!