Indonesia’s LPDP Scholarship Program too Offer 5,750 Scholarships in 2026
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The Indonesian government will again offer scholarships for higher education through the Indonesia Endowment Fund for Education Agency (LPDP) in 2026. while the official announcement for the 2026 program is pending, the registration and selection process is expected to mirror that of the previous year.
Scholarship Allocation
The government has allocated a total of 5,750 LPDP scholarships for 2026. This initiative aims to improve the quality of Indonesia’s human resources by expanding access to higher education with state funding.
According to Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto, the 2026 LPDP quota breaks down as follows: 1,000 scholarships for bachelor’s degrees (S1), 4,000 scholarships for master’s and doctoral degrees (S2 and S3), and 750 scholarships specifically for medical education.
Garuda Scholarship Details
The Garuda scholarship, a component of the LPDP program, is specifically designed for undergraduate students. In 2026, 1,000 Garuda scholarships will be available.
The LPDP program was established on February 4, 2010, through Presidential Regulation Number 4 of 2010. The fund aims to provide sustainable financing for Indonesian students pursuing higher education both domestically and internationally.
LPDP’s Goals and impact
the LPDP scholarship program seeks to create a generation of Indonesian leaders who can contribute to national growth. The program prioritizes fields of study aligned with Indonesia’s strategic needs.
In 2023, the LPDP awarded scholarships to 5,750 students, demonstrating the government’s commitment to expanding access to higher education. This figure represents a continuation of the program’s growth since its inception.
