Singapore · Singapore
About this opportunity
SINGA is offered by A*STAR with NUS, NTU, SUTD and SIT. You choose supervisors at A*STAR research institutes or the partner universities and do your PhD research in Singapore.
There are two rounds a year: 2 June – 1 December for August intake, and 2 December – 1 June for January intake. Apply on the SINGA portal and also through the university’s own graduate portal.
Who can apply
International students (not Singapore citizens or permanent residents) with a strong degree who want a PhD in science or engineering.
- Eligible nationalities
- All nationalities
- Study level
- PhD
What the funding covers
S$2,700–3,200 per month
Full tuition for 4 years; S$2,700 monthly stipend, rising to S$3,200 after the PhD qualifying exam; S$1,000 settling-in allowance and up to S$1,500 airfare.
- Tuition Covered
- Stipend or salary Covered
- Travel Covered
- Accommodation Not stated — check the official page
- Health insurance Not stated — check the official page
"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.
Documents & tests
The exact document list for this opportunity is not recorded yet. These are the documents usually asked for — confirm the final list on the official page.
- Valid passport
- Transcripts and degree or school-leaving certificates (with certified English translations if needed)
- CV
- Statement of purpose, motivation letter or study plan
- Recommendation letters (usually two)
- English test score (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.) or waiver evidence
- Research proposal and, for many programs, a pre-acceptance letter from a supervisor
- Tests
- Not stated — check the official page
- Application fee
- Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee
How to apply
General steps — the provider's own instructions always take priority.
- Read the full eligibility rules on www.a-star.edu.sg and confirm you meet every mandatory condition.
- Confirm this year's deadline and time zone on the official page — dates change every cycle.
- Prepare your documents and book any language test early; results can take two weeks or more.
- Write your statement, CV and other texts specifically for this opportunity.
- Submit through the official portal only, keep the confirmation email, and track your application here.
Before you apply
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Program dates
- Duration
- 4 years
Quick answers
Who can apply for SINGA?
Open to all nationalities. Level: PhD. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.
Is SINGA fully funded?
Funding type: Fully funded, Stipend. Amount: S$2,700–3,200 per month. Covers: tuition, stipend or salary, travel.
What is the deadline for SINGA?
The deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Status: Open now. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.
Does SINGA require IELTS or another test?
Our record does not state a test requirement — check the official page and your chosen university.
How do I apply for SINGA?
Apply only on the official website (www.a-star.edu.sg). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".
Is there an application fee?
No fee is stated in our record. ScholarsChapter never charges a fee, and no agent can sell you a place.
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- Official source
- ntu.edu.sg
- Last checked
- 19 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 19 Oct 2026
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