Brunei Darussalam Scholarships 2026-2027

Applications are now open for the Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarships 2026 /2027 academic session.

This prestigious scholarship offers a life-changing opportunity for international students to pursue Diploma, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate Master’s Degree programs in Brunei. The scholarship is Fully Funded, covering all expenses including tuition, travel, and monthly allowances.

Scholarship Overview

Country: Brunei Darussalam
Funded by: Government of Brunei Darussalam
Degree Levels: Diploma, Undergraduate Degree, Master’s Degree
Eligible Nationalities: All Foreign Nationals (including Sri Lankans)
Deadline: 15 February 2026

Scholarship Coverage & Benefits

The BDGS is a comprehensive scholarship that covers all major expenses for the duration of the study:

Full Tuition Fees: Exemption from tuition, registration, examination, and acceptance fees.
Airfare: Round-trip economy class air ticket to/from Brunei.
Monthly Allowance: BND 500.00 (approx. LKR 110,000+) for personal expenses.
Meals Allowance: BND 150.00 monthly for food.
Book Allowance: BND 600.00 annually.
Accommodation: Free accommodation at the University/Polytechnic residential college.
Baggage Allowance: Up to BND 500.00 for shipping personal belongings upon program completion (for non-ASEAN regions).
Medical: Comprehensive medical coverage at government hospitals.

Participating Universities – Brunei Darussalam Scholarships 2026

Candidates can apply for programs at the following top institutions in Brunei:

Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD)
Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA)
Politeknik Brunei (PB)

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit:
- Undergraduate & Diploma: Applicants must be between 18 and 25 years old.
- Master’s Degree: Applicants must not exceed 35 years of age (as of July 31, 2026).
English Proficiency: Proficiency in English is required (GCE ‘O’ Level, IELTS, or TOEFL usually accepted).
Health: Applicants must be medically fit