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EDB Scholarship: 2026 Profile

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This profile summarises eligibility, what’s covered, and bond/terms-verify the latest details on the sponsor’s official page before applying.

Sponsor: Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB)Bond: Bond 4-6 YearsOverseas: Exchange / Attachment Possible

Last updated 10 May 2026

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  1. Quick fit map
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  4. Eligibility Highlights
Q: What does EDB Scholarship: 2026 Profile cover?
A: Full-term and mid-term coverage, overseas development pathways, and bond expectations for the Singapore Economic Development Board's flagship scholarship.
TL;DR This profile summarises eligibility, what’s covered, and bond/terms-verify the latest details on the sponsor’s official page before applying.

Quick fit map

If you only have...Check this firstWhat it tells you
1 secondEDB scholars work on Singapore's economic strategy and industry growth.The fit is policy, business, and global markets.
10 secondsLink your degree to one EDB work area such as digital economy, sustainability, or advanced manufacturing.A clear economic angle strengthens the story.
100 secondsRead the bond guide, internship route, and language-development pathway together.The scholarship is a long development track.

Concrete example: an economics applicant could frame a project on supply chains or regional trade, then explain how that thinking connects to attracting investment for Singapore.

Scholarship Snapshot

  • Status: 2025/26 application period closed; published window was 6 October 2025 to 1 March 2026 (checked 2026-05-10)
  • Who It Targets: Singapore Citizens/PRs committed to driving national economic strategy through account management, industry development, and policy roles at EDB

Sources

  1. https://www.edb.gov.sg/careers/edb-scholarship.html
  2. https://www.edb.gov.sg/en/about-edb/our-work.html
  3. https://www.edb.gov.sg/en/insights.html
  4. https://www.edb.gov.sg/careers/students.html