Austrian Embassy - Jakarta, Indonesia Scholarship Programme 2026

📖 About the Scholarship Programme

The Indonesia-Austria Scholarship Programme (IASP) is a strategic bilateral funding initiative aimed at enhancing the academic qualifications of Indonesian higher education staff. This program is a collaboration between:

• Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology of Indonesia (KEMDIKTISAINTEK)
• OeAD-GmbH (Austria’s Agency for Education and Internationalisation), representing the Federal Ministry of Women, Science and Research of Austria

🎁 Benefits

Participants of the IASP Scholarship Programme will receive the following benefits:

• Full funding for 36 months of doctoral study in Austria.
• Coverage includes:
  • Tuition fees
  • Living allowance
  • Health insurance
  • Travel costs
• Access to top Austrian universities and supervisors for advanced research.
• Opportunity to build international academic networks and collaborations.
• Enhances career development for Indonesian lecturers by earning a globally recognized PhD.
• Strengthens Indonesian higher education capacity through international expertise.
• Provides cultural and language exposure (English/German) while living in Austria.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the IASP Scholarship Programme, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Employment Status: Must be a permanent lecturer at a university under the jurisdiction of KEMDIKTISAINTEK.
• Professional ID: Possession of a valid National Lecturer Registration Number (NIDN) is mandatory.
• Academic Background: Must hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent).
• Age Limit: Maximum 35 years old at the time of application.
• Doctoral Status: Applicants must not currently hold a PhD and must not be enrolled in another doctoral program.

📝 Application Process

Follow these steps to apply for the IASP Scholarship Programme:

1. Identify an Austrian Supervisor: Secure a commitment from a supervisor at an Austrian university who agrees to host your doctoral research.
2. Prepare Documentation: Ensure your Master’s transcripts, CV, and NIDN verification are ready.
3. Research Proposal: Develop a detailed PhD research plan that aligns with the expertise of your chosen Austrian institution.
4. Submit to OeAD & KEMDIKTISAINTEK: Applications are typically submitted through the OeAD online portal.
5. Adhere to Deadline: Complete all submission steps by 1 March 2026.

📅 Application Deadline

The deadline for submission is 1 March 2026.

🌐 Scholarship Application Portal

For more details and to apply, visit the official portal:
Indonesia-Austria Scholarship Programme (IASP) Scholarship Programme

This opportunity is an excellent chance for Indonesian lecturers to advance their academic careers while contributing to the development of higher education in Indonesia. Don't miss this chance to study in Austria and gain international exposure!

• Full funding for 36 months of doctoral study in Austria.
• Coverage includes tuition fees, living allowance, health insurance, and travel costs.
• Access to top Austrian universities and supervisors for advanced research.
• Opportunity to build international academic networks and collaborations.
• Enhances career development for Indonesian lecturers by earning a globally recognized PhD.
• Strengthens Indonesian higher education capacity through international expertise.
• Provides cultural and language exposure (English/German) while living in Austria.