MDDI Information Service Scholarship: 2026 Profile

Q: What does MDDI Information Service Scholarship: 2026 Profile cover?
A: A fact-checked snapshot of the MDDI Information Service Scholarship based on the official page, including bonds, coverage, and the PSC Gateway application route.

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

Compare it with other public-sector comms pathways inside our Scholarship Matcher so you understand each bond length and allowance before locking in your study plans.

Scholarship Snapshot

• Status: Apply via PSC Gateway; the PSC 2025/26 undergraduate scholarship window closed on 15 March 2026
• Official Portal: MDDI Information Service Scholarship with application through PSC Gateway.
• Who It Targets: Singapore Citizens/PRs (PRs must intend to take up citizenship); JC/IP, polytechnic, and university applicants (mid-term included).
• Eligibility (from MDDI): A Levels (≥10 academic units), IB, or Mass Communications poly diploma with merit or equivalent; good CCA and leadership record; mid-term applicants must have completed at least one semester, not be in final year, and are expected to attain Honours (Distinction) or equivalent.
• Bond: 4 years (local), 5 years (non-English overseas), 6 years (English-speaking overseas).

What the Scholarship Covers

• Tuition and compulsory fees (local or overseas).
• Maintenance and other allowances.
• Return economy airfare for overseas scholars (per official page).
• Bond durations as stated above.

How to Apply

1. Apply via PSC Gateway and select “Information Service” as first choice (per MDDI site).
2. Prepare transcripts, CCA records, and writing/translation samples.
3. Complete assessments/interviews scheduled through PSC Gateway/MDDI.
4. Review bond terms (4/5/6 years depending on study location) before accepting.

What Scholars Actually Do

MDDI Information Service scholars work in the Ministry of Digital Development and Information, managing government communications, public engagement campaigns, and media relations. Day-to-day roles include drafting press releases, managing social media accounts for government agencies, coordinating ministerial media engagements, producing government publications, and supporting national campaigns (e.g., Total Defence, National Day). Translation scholars additionally handle bilingual content production across Singapore's official languages.

Reviewed by

Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)