Tan Kah Kee Postgraduate Scholarship: 2026 Profile

Q: What does Tan Kah Kee Postgraduate Scholarship: 2026 Profile cover?
A: Funding scope, selection criteria, and renewal tips for the Tan Kah Kee Foundation's flagship postgraduate scholarship supporting Singaporeans and PRs in Masters or PhD research.

TL;DR\ The Tan Kah Kee Postgraduate Scholarship awards S$12,000 to Singaporean or PR researchers pursuing full-time Masters or PhD studies locally—bond-free, but highly competitive and renewed yearly based on academic excellence and community service.

Scholarship Snapshot

• Status: Application Cycle Closed (last checked 2025-10-20)
• Official Listing: Tan Kah Kee Foundation Scholarships
• Who It Targets: Singapore Citizens or PRs embarking on, or currently in, full-time Masters or PhD programmes at local universities across any discipline (excluding professional MBAs)
• Award Value: S$12,000 one-off grant per academic year (renewable via re-application)
• Bond: None

Award Components

• Flexible funding: S$12,000 disbursed to defray tuition, research materials, or living costs during the study year.
• Prestige & network: Membership in the Tan Kah Kee scholars fraternity with access to mentorship, alumni networking, and community projects.
• Additional tracks: Applicants are automatically considered for discipline-focused awards such as the Tan Ean Kiam Postgraduate Scholarship (Humanities), Li Siong Tay Postgraduate Scholarship (Education & Arts), and Doreen Liu Scholarship (Economics).

Eligibility Highlights

• Singapore Citizen or PR with a good honours degree (or equivalent) and a record of sustained community service.
• Accepted into, or currently enrolled in, a full-time research-focused Masters or PhD programme at a local university.
• Not concurrently holding another major postgraduate scholarship that conflicts with the award.
• Applicants must submit academic references, research statements, and evidence of community engagement.

Development & Expectations

• Scholars stay engaged with the Foundation through events, community outreach, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Progress updates and annual re-application ensure continued alignment with academic milestones and service contributions.
• Alumni often mentor new applicants or collaborate on social impact projects championed by the Foundation.