Indonesian government is inviting international candidates to apply through Darmasiswa Indonesian Scholarship Program 2023 – 2024 to study Indonesian music, language, art, crafts and other specific subjects offered at Indonesian Universities. Darmasiswa is a non-degree one year scholarship program and being offered at 68 Indonesian higher education institutes in different cities of Indonesia. Government of Indonesia is inviting international students from the countries which has diplomatic relations with the Indonesia. So it means Pakistani students can also apply for this fully-funded scholarship program to get familiar with the Indonesian art and culture. This scholarship program is organized and arranged by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology with the collaboration of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Indonesia.
Quick Facts About Darmasiswa Scholarship
Duration of Scholarship | 1 year |
Type of Scholarship | Fully Funded |
Hosting Country | Indonesia |
Hosting Institute | Total 68 Indonesian Universities |
Who Can apply | Non-Indonesian Citizens |
Objective Of The Darmasiswa Scholarship
The Darmasiswa Scholarship program's primary objective is to cultivate an interest in Indonesian culture and language among citizens of other nations. Additionally, it aims to strengthen cultural ties and improve mutual understanding among different countries. Certificates or statement of completion will be awarded to participants who successfully complete the course work and take the final exam.
Darmasiswa Scholarship Coverage
Darmasiswa is a non-degree fully funded scholarship program. Students will receive housing and transportation during the orientation program if they arrive at the appropriate time in accordance with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology’s schedule. In order to cover their own unforeseen expenses in Indonesia, students are advised to bring additional cash (preferably in USD). Darmasiswa Scholarship program will not cover the candidate’s airfare or plane ticket. Following are the allowances that Darmasiswa scholarship program will cover.
Monthly Living Allowance | IDR 2,600,000 |
Settlement Allowance ( one-time) | IDR 2,600,000 |
Book Allowance (one-time) | IDR 2,600,000 |
Darmasiswa Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
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Applicant must be a foreign national
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Completed secondary or its equivalent education
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Minimum age is 18 years and maximum age to apply is 27 years.
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Able to communicate in English (as demonstrated by an English Language Proficiency Certificate: TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS or any other certification, if any)
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In good health as evidenced by a medical certificate
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Have a basic knowledge of the applied field
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Have strong interest of learning in the applied field
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Not registered as an alumni of Darmasiswa
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Not studying or working in Indonesia at the present time.
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Students who aren't in their home country cannot register through the Indonesian embassy in one of the participating nations.
Darmasiswa Scholarship Application Process
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First of all interested candidates have to create an account on the official website of Darmasiswa Indonesian scholarship.
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After creating the account, start filling out the scholarship form.
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And submit scanned copies of all required documents.
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Read the instructions carefully and then make your selections, like while choosing a field and university.
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To view the list of all 68 Indonesian hosting universities
Documents Required For Darmasiswa Scholarship
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Curriculum vitae or resume
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Medical certificate
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A Passport, valid for at least 18 months from the time of applying
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A Recommendation Letter from Educational Institution or Professional Institution on their official letterhead and signature (in English)
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Candidate’s last academic transcript and certificates (in English)
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Language proficiency certificate (IELTS/ TOEFL, it depends on the university’s requirement)
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Certificates related to the applied field (if any)
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Passport sized photo (color)
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Essay about candidate's purpose of study (in English or Bahasa Indonesia with maximum 500 words).
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A full body 2 minutes video in English or Indonesian language, in which the applicant explains why he or she wants to join the program and what he or she will bring to the role of ambassador for Indonesian culture after graduation.
Darmasiswa Scholarship Program Schedule
Online Registration Last date | 7th April 2023 |
Interview And Administrative Check At Indonesian Embassy | 8th April 2023 – 21st April 2023 |
Selection By University | 22nd April 2023 – 4th May 2023 |
First Announcement | 12th May 2023 |
Attendance Confirmation | 12th May 2023 – 24th May 2023 |
Final Announcement | 31st May 2023 |
Flight Route Confirmation | 6th June – 1st August 2023 |
Pre-Departure Briefing At Indonesian Embassy | Between July and August 2023 |
Orientation Program in Jakarta, Indonesia | 29 to 31st August 2023 |
Commencement of Classes | In Early September 2023 |
Deadline To Apply For Darmasiswa Scholarship
The last date to apply for Darmasiswa Scholarship Program is 7th April 2023.