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A*STAR Graduate Scholarship (AGS): 2026 Profile & Research Career Guide
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AGS funds up to 4 years of PhD/EngD research (with possible overseas attachment). Aim for a strong honours record and line up A\*STAR-aligned supervisors + referees early.
Sponsor: Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)Bond: Bond-FreeOverseas: Exchange / Attachment Possible
Last updated 10 May 2026
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Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)
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Q: What does ASTAR Graduate Scholarship (AGS): 2026 Profile & Research Career Guide cover?
A: Funding breakdown, EngD/PhD track requirements, and application planning tips for the ASTAR Graduate Scholarship in Singapore's autonomous universities.
TL;DR AGS funds up to 4 years of PhD/EngD research (with possible overseas attachment). Aim for a strong honours record and line up A*STAR-aligned supervisors + referees early.
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| 1 second | AGS funds PhD or EngD research linked to A*STAR priorities. |
| 10 seconds | Check honours class, PhD or EngD entry, supervisor fit, research proposal, referees, tuition, allowances, overseas attachment, mid-term route, cycle dates, and service rules. |
| 100 seconds | The strongest applications show a research question, a suitable lab, and referees who can prove you can handle long research work. |
| Concrete example | A biomedical applicant should connect prior lab work to a specific A*STAR research institute or project area. |
| Best next step | Build the supervisor and referee plan before polishing essays. |
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| Whether your research path fits | Scholarship Snapshot and Eligibility Highlights |
