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Singapore Bursary Application Guide 2026: Deadlines, Documents & Income Limits

TL;DR

Most Singapore bursaries open in January–March (primary/secondary) or March–June (tertiary/university).

Last updated 21 Mar 2026

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  1. How Bursary Income Assessments Work
  2. By Education Level: 2026 Schemes, Thresholds & Application Windows
  3. Universal Document Checklist
  4. Stacking Bursaries: What Can Be Combined?
Q: What does the Singapore Bursary Application Guide 2026 cover?
A: Step-by-step application process, income thresholds, key 2026 deadlines, document checklist, and stacking tips for every major Singapore bursary scheme from primary school to university.
TL;DR Most Singapore bursaries open in January–March (primary/secondary) or March–June (tertiary/university). Prepare NRIC, payslips, CPF statements, and IRAS Notice of Assessment for all household members. Income is assessed as gross household income (GHI) or per-capita income PCI=GHI÷householdsize PCI = GHI ÷ household size . Many schemes can be stacked - apply to all you qualify for.

Status: Checked 2026-03-21; deadlines are indicative - confirm exact windows with the administering institution each year.

Quick links: Bursaries hub, PCI bursary calculator, Bursaries & grants map,

Sources

  1. MOE - Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS)
  2. MOE - Government bursaries for PSEIs (HECB/HEB AY2026 factsheet)
  3. MOE - Edusave Awards
  4. NUS - Financial Aid Application
  5. NTU - Undergraduate Financial Aid: Bursaries
  6. Yayasan MENDAKI - Tertiary Tuition Fee Subsidy (TTFS)