Defence Merit Scholarship
MINDEF scholarship for a defence civilian career: full tuition, allowances and up to six years of study, with a 4–6 year bond.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate
Destination
Singapore
Funding
Full tuition and approved academic charges, maintenance and other allowances, return airfare and summer exchange; up to 6 years of study including a master's. Bond of 4 years (local) or 6 years (overseas).
Eligible applicants
For Singapore citizens and PRs
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Overview
Defence Merit Scholarship is offered by Ministry of Defence (Singapore) for Undergraduate study in Singapore. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- Official application form or online applicationRequired
What this scholarship covers
Full tuition fees and approved academic charges
Included
Maintenance and other allowances
Included
Return airfare
Included
One-time summer exchange sponsorship
Included
Up to 6 years of study, including a master's where applicable
May be included
Bond: 4 years (local) or 6 years (overseas)
Included
Full tuition and approved academic charges, maintenance and other allowances, return airfare and summer exchange; up to 6 years of study including a master's. Bond of 4 years (local) or 6 years (overseas). Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
No
Domestic students
Conditional
Scholarship scope
Government scholarship
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Singapore citizens, or permanent residents intending to take up Singapore citizenship.
- International eligibility
- Open to citizens of Singapore, subject to the current call’s country list.
Academic requirements
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Singapore
Official eligibility summary
MINDEF scholarship for a defence civilian career: full tuition, allowances and up to six years of study, with a 4–6 year bond.
Applicant profile
- For Singapore citizens and PRs
Study route
- Undergraduate study in Singapore
Current-cycle criteria
- MINDEF scholarship for a defence civilian career: full tuition, allowances and up to six years of study, with a 4–6 year bond.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Academic and identity documents requested in the current call
- Admission, language, or recommendation evidence where required
How to apply
- 1
Apply through the MINDEF/SAF scholarship portal by April 30, 2027.
Application timeline
Application cycle
Applications are open from September 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027.
The listed deadline is April 30, 2027. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Ministry of Defence (Singapore)
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is April 30, 2027. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.