Darmasiswa BIPA Indonesian Language Programme 2026

About this opportunity

Darmasiswa is a cultural scholarship offered by the Indonesian government for international students to study Indonesian (BIPA) alongside traditional arts, music, and crafts. Participants are hosted at selected universities for one academic year, making it ideal preparation for later academic study in Indonesia. Places are limited and registration is currently on a waiting list.

What it covers

• Tuition-free for the whole programme
• Monthly living allowance
• Cultural activities and field visits
• Recognised Indonesian language certificate

Eligibility requirements

• Aged between 18 and 42
• High school certificate as a minimum
• Basic English proficiency
• Not a previous recipient of the scholarship

Required documents

• Valid passport
• Academic certificate
• Medical certificate
• Motivation letter
• Recent photograph