The Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA) has officially announced the call for applications for the 2026 Thailand Government Scholarships, also known as the Thailand International Postgraduate Program (TIPP).
This fully funded scholarship supports international students from developing countries to pursue postgraduate studies at partner universities in Thailand, covering tuition, living expenses, travel costs, accommodation, and other essential study-related expenses.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Thailand
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipend | Travel Cost | Accommodation | Books and Thesis Allowance
- IELTS Requirement: Not Required
- Deadline: February 23, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Thailand International Postgraduate Program (TIPP) was established in 2000 as a framework for providing postgraduate scholarship opportunities to candidates from developing countries around the world. The program is fully funded, with no application fee, and is designed to strengthen human resource development while fostering international cooperation.
Beyond academic training, the TIPP Scholarship offers beneficiaries the opportunity to experience Thailand’s culture, values, and hospitality. The program focuses on areas where Thailand has demonstrated expertise and aligns its training with global development priorities through carefully selected thematic fields.
The Thailand Government Scholarship emphasizes academic and professional development across the following seven priority themes:
- Sufficiency Economy Philosophy (SEP) for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Health and Wellness
- Agriculture and Food Security
- Climate Resilience
- Trade and Economy
- Inclusive Development
- Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) for Development
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the Thailand International Postgraduate Program (TIPP) 2026, applicants must:
- Be officially nominated by their home country’s National Focal Point (such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Ministry of Education)
- Have a good command of the English language
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant professional experience, or a related postgraduate degree
- Be employed in a field related to the course being applied for
- Be below 50 years of age
- Be in good physical and mental health
- Meet the admission requirements of the selected Thai university
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the TIPP Scholarship will receive comprehensive support, including:
- Return airfare
- Monthly living stipend
- Visa fees
- Full tuition coverage
- Health insurance
- Airport pick-up on arrival
- Books and thesis allowance
Required Documents
To apply for the Thailand Government Scholarship (TIPP) 2026, applicants must prepare to submit the following documents:
- Completed TIPP application form (downloaded from the official platform)
- Medical report
- Bachelor’s degree academic transcript
- Certificate of Bachelor’s degree
- Proof of English language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL or IELTS, where applicable)
- Recommendation letters from at least three referees
- Thesis proposal or any additional documents required by the host university
How to Apply
To apply for the Thailand Government Scholarship 2026, applicants should:
- Visit the official TIPP Scholarship website
- Download and complete the online application form on the TICA platform
- Attach all required supporting documents
- Ensure nomination by the National Focal Point for International Development Cooperation or relevant central government agency
- The nominating body will forward shortlisted applications to the Royal Thai Embassy, Permanent Mission of Thailand to the United Nations, or Royal Thai Consulate-General accredited to eligible countries
Applicants are advised to complete all steps carefully and submit their applications before the February 23, 2026 deadline.
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