MHA Civilian Scholarship (MCS): 2026 Profile
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Join our Telegram study groupQ: What does MHA Civilian Scholarship (MCS): 2026 Profile cover?
A: Complete overview of the Ministry of Home Affairs Civilian Scholarship, including funding, Home Team rotations, and preparation tips for assessments and interviews.
TL;DR\ The MHA Civilian Scholarship shapes future policy strategists, psychologists, technologists, and communications leaders for the Home Team-excel academically, demonstrate mission-first values, and show how you will strengthen Singapore's safety and security landscape.
Compare it with other public-safety awards in our Scholarship Matcher so you know how MHA’s rotations and bond lengths align with your goals.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Open Until 15 Mar 2026 (last checked 2025-10-13)
- Official Portal: MHA Civilian Scholarship
- Who It Targets: JC/IP, polytechnic, and university students pursuing disciplines that support Home Team operations (policy, psychology, cybersecurity, communications, data)
- Eligibility: Singapore Citizens or PRs with strong academics, leadership, and a passion for safeguarding Singapore; PRs must obtain citizenship before studies commence
- Tenable Institutions: Local universities (NUS, NTU, SMU, SIT, SUSS, SUTD) and approved overseas universities
- Bond Duration: Four years (local) or five to six years (overseas)
Funding & Development
- Full tuition and compulsory fees, including overseas tuition where applicable
- Monthly allowance, settling-in/out allowances for overseas studies, and coverage for approved enrichment programmes
- Vacation attachments with MHA HQ units and Home Team departments (SPF, SCDF, ICA, CNB, SPS, HSA, HTX)
- Graduate development programme featuring policy rotations, leadership modules, and mentorship by senior officers
What MHA Looks For
- Academic excellence
