The Government of Brunei Darussalam has announced the opening of applications for the Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship 2026, a fully funded programme for international students seeking to pursue undergraduate, postgraduate and diploma studies in the Asian nation.
The scholarship, which is administered by Brunei’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is open to applicants from all countries of the world, with the exception of Bruneian citizens. It covers studies at the bachelor’s, master’s and diploma levels and does not require candidates to present International English Language Testing System (IELTS) results.
According to information released by the organisers, the programme is designed to attract outstanding international students to Brunei’s higher institutions, while strengthening academic and cultural ties between Brunei and other countries.
The Brunei Darussalam Government Scholarship is fully funded and provides beneficiaries with comprehensive financial support, including tuition and non-tuition expenses. Successful applicants are expected to commence their studies in July or August 2026, while English language proficiency will be assessed during an interview process.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which oversees the scholarship, is a cabinet-level institution responsible for managing Brunei’s foreign policy, international diplomatic missions and external relations. The ministry was established on Jan. 1, 1984, shortly after Brunei gained independence.
Financial Benefits
Under the scheme, beneficiaries will enjoy full coverage of admission-related costs, including testing, registration and orientation fees. The scholarship also provides a return economy-class air ticket to Brunei Darussalam, free accommodation, health insurance, baggage allowance, and living expenses.
Living expenses include a monthly personal allowance, meal allowance and an annual book allowance throughout the duration of the programme.
Participating Institutions
The scholarship is tenable in five accredited higher institutions in Brunei. These include:
•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, applicants must be non-Bruneian citizens and meet the age requirements specified by the programme. Candidates applying for undergraduate and diploma programmes must not be older than 25 years, while those applying for postgraduate master’s degrees must not exceed 35 years of age.
Applicants are also required to demonstrate proficiency in the English language.
Required Documents
Applicants are expected to submit an online application form, a copy of a valid passport, academic transcripts, degree certificates (where applicable), reference letters, and a curriculum vitae or résumé.
Application Deadline and Process
The deadline for submission of applications for the 2026 academic session is Feb. 15, 2026.
Prospective applicants are required to complete the scholarship application form online. To begin the process, candidates must obtain a one-time password (OTP) by visiting the official scholarship portal, selecting the option titled “The Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship for Foreign Students Tenable in Brunei Darussalam (BDGS) Academic Session 2026/2027”, and providing a valid email address.
Upon entering the OTP, applicants will gain access to the full application form on the official website.
Apply Link;https://brightscholarship.com/government-of-brunei-darussalam-scholarship-2026/
The scholarship announcement was published by Bright Scholarship, an education-focused platform founded by Qamar Usman, which provides information on scholarships, internships and academic opportunities worldwide.