The Brunei Darussalam Government Scholarship (BDGS) 2026 is now open for applications. This prestigious fully funded scholarship is offered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brunei Darussalam to outstanding international students who wish to pursue Diploma, Undergraduate (Bachelor’s), or Master’s degree programs in Brunei.
The scholarship is open to applicants from all countries except citizens of Brunei Darussalam. Successful candidates will study at some of the top-ranked universities in Brunei, with programs scheduled to begin in July or August 2026.
Notably, IELTS is not required, as applicants’ English proficiency will be assessed during the interview stage.
Below are the full details of the Brunei Darussalam Government Scholarship 2026.
Scholarship Details
- Host Country: Brunei Darussalam
- Degree Levels: Diploma, Bachelor’s, Master’s
- Funding Body: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Brunei Darussalam
- Academic Session: 2026/2027
- Study Start Date: July/August 2026
- Application Deadline: 15 February 2026
Financial Benefits
The Brunei Darussalam Government Scholarship 2026 is fully funded and covers the following:
- Full Tuition Fee Waiver
(including registration, acceptance, examination, and orientation fees) - Economy Class Air Ticket to and from Brunei Darussalam
- Monthly Living Allowance
- Meal Allowance
- Annual Book Allowance
- Free Accommodation at university or polytechnic residential colleges
- Baggage Allowance
- Comprehensive Medical Insurance
Participating Universities
The scholarship is tenable at the following higher education institutions in Brunei:
- Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD)
- Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA)
- Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB)
- Kolej Universiti Perguruan Ugama Seri Begawan (KUPU SB)
- Politeknik Brunei (PB)
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Brunei Darussalam Government Scholarship 2026, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Open to all nationalities (except Brunei citizens)
- Diploma & Bachelor’s applicants: Maximum age of 25 years
- Master’s applicants: Maximum age of 35 years
- Must demonstrate proficiency in English (interview-based assessment)
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- Completed online application form
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- Valid identification (passport or national ID)
- Reference or recommendation letters
How to Apply for the Brunei Darussalam Government Scholarship 2026
To apply for the scholarship:
- Visit the official application portal.
- Click on “The Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship for Foreign Students Tenable in Brunei Darussalam (BDGS) Academic Session 2026/2027.”
- Enter your email address to receive a One-Time Password (OTP).
- Use the OTP to access and complete a new application form.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
VISIT HERE TO APPLY FOR THE BRUNEI GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP
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