SEARCA Full Master's and PhD Scholarships 2027–2028

The SEARCA Full Master's and PhD Scholarships fund graduate study in agriculture-related fields at partner universities for the 2027–2028 academic year. The programme is open to citizens of SEAMEO/ASEAN member countries and targets academic staff, researchers, and government professionals committed to agricultural development. Recipients receive tuition and a range of allowances and support services and join a regional professional network focused on sustainable agricultural innovation.

Tuition coverage; round-trip air travel; local transport; thesis/dissertation support; book and supplies allowance; health insurance; living stipends for food, housing and incidental costs; membership in a regional professional network.

Open to citizens of SEAMEO/ASEAN member countries who are permanent staff or professionals in academic, research, or government institutions; applicants must have strong academic records, sufficient English proficiency (IELTS ≥6.0 or TOEFL iBT ≥75) and commit to applying their training to agricultural and rural development. Maximum age limits: 40 years for Master's applicants and 45 years for PhD applicants at time of application.

Apply online via the SEARCA ISCHO portal (https://ischo.searcaapps.org/v2/); create an account, complete the online form and upload required documents. Indonesian applicants must also email a copy of their application to bln.dikti@kemdiktisaintek.go.id with subject 'APLIKASI SEARCA_NAMA PELAMAR' by the deadline.