Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) Documents Required 2026
Required Documents Checklist
- Completed SINGA online application form
- Official academic transcripts from all tertiary institutions attended (Bachelor's and/or Master's)
- Bachelor's degree certificate(s) (and Master's degree certificate, if applicable), or a letter of confirmation/attestation from the university if the degree has not yet been conferred
- Valid passport copy (biographical page)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Resume with research experience highlighted
- Two referee reports (to be submitted online directly by the referees through the SINGA system)
- English language proficiency scores (e.g., TOEFL or IELTS, if required by the chosen university/program; not always mandatory for the initial SINGA application)
- Research statement or statement of purpose tailored to selected projects
- List of publications (if any)
- Recent passport-sized photograph (JPEG or PNG format)
- GRE results (mandatory for applicants applying to National University of Singapore (NUS) supervisors/projects, and may be requested by other universities as part of their admission requirements)
DBT Bank Seeding Warning
Your primary bank account must be active, seeded with your Aadhaar card, and mapped on the NPCI mapper. The government disbursements are made exclusively via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
FAQs for Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA)
Q.Is the SINGA scholarship fully funded?
Yes, the Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a fully funded scholarship that covers full tuition fees for up to four years, provides a monthly living stipend, a one-time settling-in allowance, and a one-time airfare grant.
Q.Can I choose my own PhD research topic under SINGA?
SINGA is a project-based scholarship. Applicants must browse the list of available PhD research projects and supervisors on the official SINGA website and select up to three projects that match their research interests and academic background as part of their application.
Q.Are there any service bond requirements after completing the SINGA scholarship?
No, the SINGA scholarship is 'bond-free'. There is no mandatory service bond or requirement for scholars to work in Singapore upon completion of their PhD studies.
Q.Are English proficiency tests (IELTS/TOEFL) or GRE scores mandatory for SINGA?
While good English proficiency is required, specific English language test scores (like IELTS or TOEFL) are often not mandatory for the initial SINGA application, though they may be requested later by the host university for admission. GRE results are mandatory for applicants applying to NUS supervisors/projects and may be requested by other universities.