Every year, a limited number of KTH Scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence to students who are required to pay tuition fees and who have applied for a Master’s programme at KTH as their first priority. Other KTH scholarships are also offered:
About KTH Scholarship
• KTH One-Year Scholarship
• KTH Joint Programme Scholarship
• KTH India Scholarship
Host Institution(s):
KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Sweden
Level/Field(s) of study:
All programmes except for joint Erasmus+, EIT Digital, EIT InnoEnergy, EIT Urban Mobility and Nordic Five Tech programmes, and the joint programme Computer Simulations for Science and Engineering.
Number of Scholarships:
In 2026, 13 % of the scholarship applicants admitted to a programme were nominated for the KTH Scholarship (75 out of 564).
Target group:
Citizens from non-EU/EEA/EFTA countries
Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:
The KTH Scholarship covers the tuition fee at KTH for the first and second year, provided that the study results during the first year are satisfactory. The scholarship does not include living costs.
Eligibility:
To be eligible to apply, you must be required to pay tuition fees and have applied for a Master’s programme at KTH as your first priority. Students with conditional eligibility are eligible to apply for a scholarship.
The scholarship is granted primarily on the basis of academic excellence, and the nomination process will be undertaken in parallel with the selection process for admission to the programme. Only applicants who fulfil the admission requirements of the programme applied for are eligible for a scholarship.
Application instructions:
Applications open 1 December 2026.
To be considered for the scholarship, you must apply for admissions to an eligible Master’s programme at KTH. Applications are done online at the University Portal. The deadline is 16 January 2026.
It is important to read the how to apply page and visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Deadline: 16 Jan 2026 (annual)
Study in: Sweden
Course starts August 2026
Visit the official scholarship website for more details
FAQs
1. Who is eligible to apply for the KTH Scholarship 2026/2027?
The KTH Scholarship is open to international students who have applied for a Master’s program at KTH Royal Institute of Technology for the 2026/2027 academic year. Eligible applicants must:
Have completed a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
Meet the English language proficiency requirements set by KTH (e.g., TOEFL or IELTS).
Demonstrate strong academic performance and leadership potential.
2. What does the KTH Scholarship cover?
The KTH Scholarship may include:
Full or partial tuition fee coverage for the duration of the Master’s program.
Occasionally, a stipend for living expenses (depending on the scholarship type).
Access to KTH’s academic and research resources, networking opportunities, and mentoring programs.
Applicants should check the specific scholarship description for details on coverage.
3. How can I apply for the KTH Scholarship 2026/2027?
To apply:
Apply and gain admission to a Master’s program at KTH for 2026/2027 via the official KTH admission portal.
Submit the scholarship application through the same portal, usually by indicating interest in financial aid.
Provide required documents such as transcripts, recommendation letters, a personal statement, and proof of English proficiency.
Ensure all documents are complete and submitted before the scholarship deadline.
4. When is the application deadline for the KTH Scholarship?
For the 2026/2027 academic year, KTH typically sets the scholarship deadline a few weeks after the Master’s program application deadline, often in January or February 2026. It is crucial to check the official KTH scholarship page for exact dates, as late or incomplete applications are not considered.