DSTA Junior College Scholarship: 2026 Profile
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TL;DR\ DSTA's Junior College Scholarship provides S$1,000 a year for two years, exclusive defence-tech immersion activities, and an internship opportunity—with no service bond. Keep STEM grades strong, stay active in tech CCAs, and submit your BrightSparks application before the 24 February 2025 deadline.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Applications open until 24 February 2025 (last verified 2025-10-03)
- Official Listing: DSTA Junior College Scholarship
- Who It Targets: First-year Junior College or Integrated Programme students in the science stream exploring defence technology careers
- Eligibility: Singapore Citizens with strong academic and co-curricular records, a demonstrated passion for science and technology, and endorsement from their school scholarship office
- Tenable Institutions: Junior Colleges and Integrated Programme schools offering science-focused pre-university tracks
- Bond: Bond-free; scholars complete enrichment activities but have no post-graduation service commitment
Award Components
- S$2,000 scholarship quantum, split into S$1,000 annual allowances over two academic years
- Access to DSTA-led activities—including labs, workshops, and networking—with exposure to the Defence Technology Community
- Internship opportunity with DSTA before A-Level or IP graduation
- Invitations to flagship events and programmes that build awareness of defence innovation workstreams
Eligibility Highlights
- Academic standing: Consistent distinction-level performance in maths, physics, computing, or engineering electives.
- STEM appetite: Documented participation in science and technology CCAs, research projects, or competitions.
- Leadership & conduct: Positive testimonials from tutors or CCA teachers demonstrating discipline and collaboration.
- Citizenship: Open only to Singapore Citizens enrolled in a JC/IP science stream.
Application Roadmap
- Review DSTA's scholarship portal to confirm timelines and prepare supporting documents (results slips, CCA records, testimonials).
- Coordinate with your JC/IP scholarship office for nomination requirements before submitting the BrightSparks form.
- Submit your online application by 24 February 2025 and monitor email for follow-up instructions from DSTA.
- Prepare for interviews by articulating why you want to solve defence technology problems and how your CCA or project experience shows that drive.
- Accept the award package, sign acknowledgement forms, and reserve time for DSTA programmes held during school holidays.
Preparation Playbook
- Track upcoming STEM Olympiads, hackathons, or engineering design competitions to strengthen your portfolio.
- Build familiarity with DSTA's digital and engineering missions so you can discuss how your interests map to their needs.
- Set aside time in June/December holidays for the internship or enrichment days that DSTA may schedule for scholars.
- Discuss with form tutors how the scholarship aligns with your JC/IP workload to ensure you maintain the required attendance and academic standards.
