The Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) has officially opened applications for the SEARCA Full MS and PhD Scholarships for Academic Year 2026–2027. Announced during a virtual info-session on 21 July 2025, this prestigious program supports outstanding graduate students in agriculture and related fields, with opportunities to study at SEARCA’s partner universities across Southeast Asia.
Scholarship Overview
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Degree Levels: Master’s (MS) and Doctoral (PhD)
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Host Institutions: SEARCA partner universities across Southeast Asia
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Field of Study: Agriculture and related disciplines (environment, food security, natural resources, rural development, and more)
Scholarship Benefits
The SEARCA MS and PhD Scholarships 2026–2027 provide a comprehensive fully funded package, including:
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Tuition and other university fees
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Monthly living allowance
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Research support
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Round-trip travel expenses
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Health insurance
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Opportunities for academic networking and regional collaboration
Eligible Nationalities
The scholarship is open to citizens of SEAMEO (Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization) member countries, including:
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Brunei Darussalam
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Cambodia
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Indonesia
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Lao PDR
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Malaysia
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Myanmar
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The Philippines
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Singapore
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Thailand
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Timor-Leste
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Vietnam
Apply Also
- University of Pretoria Commonwealth PhD Scholarship 2026 – Fully Funded
- Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association Scholarship 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Be a citizen of a SEAMEO member country.
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Hold a Bachelor’s degree (for MS applicants) or a Master’s degree (for PhD applicants) in fields related to agriculture, environment, or rural development.
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Satisfy the admission requirements of a SEARCA partner university.
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Propose a research topic aligned with SEARCA’s priority thrusts.
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Demonstrate strong academic performance, research potential, and leadership qualities.
Application Procedure
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Applications must be submitted through ISCHO, SEARCA’s online scholarship portal.
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Complete the application form and upload all required documents via the portal.
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Ensure submission is made within the official application timeline.
Application Timeline for AY 2026–2027
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Opening Date: 1 August 2025
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Closing Date: 30 September 2025
The SEARCA MS and PhD Scholarships 2026–2027 offer a fully funded opportunity for graduate students to gain world-class training in agriculture and related fields, while building networks across Southeast Asia. By supporting advanced studies, SEARCA continues its mission of fostering agricultural innovation and sustainable rural development in the region.
