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Smart Nation Scholarship

The Smart Nation Scholarship develops and nurtures technology talents and leaders within public service. Offered by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), Government Technology Agency (GovTech), and Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), the scholarship provides opportunities to carve out a career pathway in applied technology for the public good.


Information and Communications Technology & Smart Systems (ICT & SS)

Application Period: 01 Sep 2026 to 31 Mar 2027

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  • Eligibility

  • Terms & Benefits

  • Development Programmes

  • Career Pathway

  • Application Journey

  • FAQ

Eligibility

Applicants must: 

  • Be a Singapore Citizen / Singapore PR who will be taking up Singapore Citizenship

  • Good academic records (GCE “A” Level Certificate or equivalent, Polytechnic Diploma or University results)

  • Passionate about Technology

  • Pursuing an ICT-related degree

  • Exemplary CCA records

Smart Nation Scholarship (Full-Term)

Applicants should possess one of the following qualifications:

  • GCE A-levels; or

  • International Baccalaureate; or

  • NUS High School Diploma; or

  • Polytechnic Diploma    

Applicants may apply prior to receiving final examination results. A provisional scholarship offer may be made if found suitable, subject to confirmation upon the release of final results. 

Smart Nation Scholarship (Mid-Term Backdate or Non-Backdate)

Applicants should possess: 

  • Must have completed at least one semester of university studies and obtained at least one semester of results at the point of application.

Course and Country of Study 

Smart Nation Scholarship holders must pursue an ICT-related degree at a local or overseas university.