Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS) 2026–2027 in Brunei

About Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS)

The Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS) 2026–2027 is a fully funded scholarship for international students who want to study in Brunei. This scholarship is offered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brunei. Students can apply for Diploma, Bachelor (Undergraduate), and Master’s degree programs. The scholarship allows students to study at top public universities in Brunei. It supports talented students who want to get high quality education in a peaceful and safe country. The academic year will start in July or August 2026. This scholarship is mainly for students who are studying in Brunei for the first time. Permanent residents of Brunei cannot apply.

Scholarship Details of Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS)

• Host Country: Brunei Darussalam
• Host Universities: Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA), Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB), Kolej Universiti Perguruan Ugama Seri Begawan (KUPU SB), Politeknik Brunei (PB)
• Scholarship Name: Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS)
• Study Levels: Diploma, Bachelor (Undergraduate), Master’s
• Gender: Male and Female
• English Language Certificate: Required
• Application Deadline: 15 February 2026
• Scholarship Type: Fully Funded

Study Levels Covered by Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS)

• Diploma Programs – 2 to 3 years
• Bachelor (Undergraduate) Programs – 3 to 4 years
• Master’s Degree Programs – 1 to 2 years

Fields of Study under Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS)

Programs depend on the university. Main study areas include:

Bachelor Degree Programs

• Business and Economics
• Computer Science and IT
• Engineering
• Education
• Islamic Studies
• Social Sciences
• Science
• Arts and Humanities

Master’s Degree Programs

• Business Administration
• Engineering
• Information Technology
• Islamic Finance
• Education
• Environmental Science
• Public Policy
• Social Sciences

PhD Programs

• This scholarship is mainly for Diploma, Bachelor, and Master’s.
• PhD is generally not covered under BDGS.

Benefits of Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS)

• Full tuition fee
• Monthly allowance
• Free accommodation
• Air ticket (economy class)
• Medical insurance
• Book allowance

What is NOT Covered by Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS)

• Family expenses
• Extra personal travel
• Additional study materials beyond allowance
• Change of program or university

Who is Eligible for Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS)

• International students
• Age under 25 for Diploma and Bachelor
• Age under 35 for Master’s
• Good academic record
• Good English language score
• First time studying in Brunei

Who is NOT Eligible for Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS)

• Brunei permanent residents
• Students above age limit
• Students with poor academic results
• Incomplete application
• Not meeting English requirement

Required Documents for Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS)

• Passport copy
• Birth certificate or national ID
• Academic certificates
• Academic transcripts
• English language certificate
• Employment proof (if any)
• Recommendation letters
• Research proposal (for research programs only)

Living Costs in Brunei Darussalam

How to Apply for Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship (BDGS)

• Step 1: Check eligibility carefully.
• Step 2: Prepare all required documents.
• Step 3: Complete the online scholarship application form.
• Step 4: Apply separately to the chosen university online.
• Step 5: Upload all documents before 15 February 2026.
• Step 6: Wait for result notification around June 2026.

Apply Link

For more information, visit the Brunei Darussalam government scholarship official website

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