Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme 2026

📖 About the Scholarship

The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme is an established national initiative funded by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, and managed by Research Ireland.

This scholarship is unique in the Irish research landscape and complements other channels for funded postgraduate education in Ireland.

📅 Opportunity Details

• Date Published: September 11, 2025
• Application Deadline: October 23, 2025
• Category:
  • Postgraduate
  • Masters
  • PhD
  • Fully Funded
• Opportunity Location: Ireland

💰 Benefits of the Scholarship

The scholarship covers the following:

• Grant Value: Up to €34,000 per year.
• Breakdown:
  • Stipend: €25,000
  • Fees: Up to €5,750 (including non-EU fees)
  • Direct Costs: €3,250 for research expenses

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Open to All: Applicants from all countries, including Ireland, are eligible.
• Eligibility Check: Applicants must pass an online eligibility quiz to access the application form.
• Academic Requirements:
  • For a Master’s program, a Bachelor’s degree is required.
  • For a PhD program, a Master’s degree is required.
  • Applicants awaiting results can apply but must provide a provisional certificate.
• No Age Limit: There is no age restriction for applicants.
• Supervisor Requirement: Applicants must have a willing supervisor to guide their research project in Ireland.
• English Proficiency:
  • Fluency in English is required.
  • While IELTS/TOEFL is not mandatory by the Irish Research Council, applicants should confirm specific requirements with their chosen Irish institution.
• Application Submission:
  • Overall degree results must be verified on an official transcript and endorsed by the host institution.

📝 Application Process

1. Read the Call for Application: Familiarize yourself with the requirements and guidelines.
2. Get an Offer from a Supervisor: Secure a willing supervisor for your research project.
3. Complete the Application: Submit the Irish Government Postgraduate Scholarship application online.

📅 Application Deadline

• Deadline: October 23, 2025

🔗 Scholarship Application Portal

• View details of the Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship on the official website.
• Apply for the scholarship via the application portal.

For further details, refer to the official website where you can find the Call for Documents, Supervisor Form, FAQs, and Online Application Forms.

• Grant Value: Up to €34,000 per year.
• Breakdown:
  • Stipend: €25,000
  • Fees: Up to €5,750 (including non-EU fees)
  • Direct Costs: €3,250 for research expenses.