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The Embassy has the honor to inform that the Government of Indonesia is pleased to announce that applications for the DARMASISWA Scholarship Program 2026–2027 are now officially open.
DARMASISWA is a non-degree scholarship program designed for international students who are interested in studying Indonesian language, arts, music, and culture at selected universities across Indonesia for one year, and for 2026, the application period started 15 May until 15 June 2026.
Herewith to further inform the Overview on DARMASISWA Scholarship and the Embassy kindly requests your esteemed institutions’ kind assistance to disseminate this matter to the relevant authorities and/or students/alumni that may have interests to apply:
DARMASISWA is a scholarship program offered to all foreign students from countries which have diplomatic relationship with Indonesia to study Bahasa, art and culture. Participants can choose one of selected universities located in different cities in Indonesia. This program is organized by the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE) in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA).
The DARMASISWA program was started in 1974 as part of ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Nations) initiative, admitting only students from ASEAN. However, in 1976 this program was extended to include students from other countries such as Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Hungary, Japan, Mexico, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Sweden, and USA. In early 90’s, this program was extended further to include all countries which have diplomatic relationship with Indonesia. Until to date, the number of countries participating in this program is more than 135 countries.
The main purpose of the DARMASISWA program is to promote and increase the interest in the language and culture of Indonesia among the youth of other countries. It has also been designed to provide stronger cultural links and understanding among participating countries.
A. PROCEDURES
Prospective awardees are required to register and submit all documents in DARMASISWA official website apply.darmasiswa.kemendikdasmen.go.id
B. PROGRAM SCHEDULES
Online Registration
(15/05/2026 – 15/06/2026)
Interview & Administration at the Indonesian Embassies and Consulates
(16/06/2026 – 23/06/2026)
Selection by the University
(24/06/2026 – 30/06/2026)
Announcement
(02/07/2026)
Attendance confirmation
(03/07/2026 – 13/07/2026)
Final Announcement
(14/07/2026)
Flight itinerary confirmation
(20/07/2026 – 21/08/2026)
Pre-Departure Briefing at the Indonesian Embassies and Consulates
(August 2026)
Orientation program in Jakarta, Indonesia
(29/08/2026 – 31/08/2026)
Lecture Starts
(Early of September 2026)
D. QUALIFICATIONS
Foreign nationals.
Having completed secondary education or its equivalent.
Age requirements: must be at least 18 years old, with maximum age limit of 32 years old (special for this year).
Having the ability to communicate in English (proven by English Language Proficiency Certificate: TOEFL/TOEIC/IELTS or OTHER CERTIFICATE if applicable).
In good health condition as proven by a Medical Certificate.
Having basic knowledge of the applied field.
Having strong interest in learning the applied field.
Not registered as Darmasiswa’s Alumni.
Not registered as Kemitraan Negara Berkembang (KNB) Scholarship’s Alumni.
Not currently studying in Indonesia.
Not currently working in Indonesia.
E. COVERAGE
Awardees will receive an IDR 4,700,000/month living allowance, an IDR 2,000,000 (one-off) book allowance, and an IDR 4,700,000 (one-off) settlement allowance.
Awardees will be provided with accommodation and transportation during the Orientation Program if their time of arrival aligns with the schedule provided by the MoPSE.
Awardees are advised to bring extra money (preferable in USD) for their personal unforeseen expenses in Indonesia.
F. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Curriculum vitae/resume (template provided in Darmasiswa website).
Medical certificate (in English).
Passport (valid at least for 18 months at the time of application).
Recommendation Letter from Education Institution/Professional Institution with official letterhead and signature (in English).
Latest academic transcript and certificates (in English).
English language proficiency certificate (if applicable).
Certificates related to the applied field (if applicable).
Photo passport (color).
Essay about applicant’s purpose of study (in English or Bahasa Indonesia maximum 500 words).
A full body video that shows the applicant explaining her/his motivation to join the program and what she/he will contribute as an ambassador of Indonesian culture after graduating (video must not exceed 2 minutes duration, can be in English or Bahasa Indonesia).
Thank you for your kind consideration and assistance.
Kind regards.
Socio-Cultural Affairs Division
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Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia
99, Leoforos Marathonodromon
15452 Paleo Psychiko
Athens – Greece
Ph: +30 210 6742345
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