A*STAR Graduate Scholarship Computing Track: 2026 Profile & Research Pathways
Study guideUpdated 10 May 2026
At a glance
Sponsor: Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)Bond: Bond-FreeOverseas: Exchange / Attachment Possible
Q: What does ASTAR Graduate Scholarship Computing Track: 2026 Profile & Research Pathways cover?
A: Funding overview, eligibility checkpoints, and application tactics for ASTAR's computing-focused graduate scholarship track for PhD talent in Singapore's autonomous universities.
TL;DR A*STAR’s current graduate scholarship includes a Computing track for PhD study. Align a strong research portfolio with a willing supervisor and apply in the main yearly cycles.
Quick fit map
| If you are checking... | Look at... |
| Whether your PhD route fits | Scholarship Snapshot and Eligibility Highlights |
| What the award supports | Award Components |
| How to apply | Application Roadmap |
| How to prove research fit | Preparation Playbook |
Concrete example: when ACIS fits
A strong fit is a computing PhD applicant with research projects, supervisor alignment, and a clear A*STAR-linked problem to work on. A weaker fit is someone who likes technology broadly but has not tested whether they enjoy multi-year research.
Compare ACIS against other deep-tech awards in our Scholarship Matcher - it surfaces STEM-focused profiles such as A*STAR Graduate, DSTA, and GovTech with identical matcher fields so you can shortlist quickly.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Between cycles as of 2026-05-10; the next listed cycle opens 1 June 2026 and closes 1 August 2026
- Official Listing: A*STAR Graduate Scholarship
- Who It Targets: Prospective and mid-term PhD candidates in computing and information science disciplines
Reviewed by
Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)
