Institut Teknologi Bandung
Ganesha Talent International Fellowship (GT-IF)
Edit ScholarshipGanesha Talent International Fellowship (GT-IF), a university scholarship, supports Master's and PhD study in Indonesia. It covers tuition fees; may include a living allowance depending on programme. Annually, dates announced per cycle via ITB Graduate School.
Overview
The Ganesha Talent International Fellowship (GT-IF) is a graduate scholarship from Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), Indonesia's premier institute of technology and one of the most selective universities in the country. The fellowship is designed to attract highly qualified international students into ITB master's and doctoral programmes in strategic science, technology and engineering disciplines.
GT-IF is funded by ITB. It typically covers tuition fees and may include a living allowance depending on the programme structure and the applicant's qualifications. Because the exact package varies, treat the coverage as something to confirm for your specific award and programme rather than a fixed figure. ITB's international graduate programmes admit foreign nationals, which is the route GT-IF supports.
ITB has a strong reputation in engineering, the natural sciences, technology management and design, and it sits in Bandung, a cooler highland city known as a centre of Indonesian higher education. If you have a strong academic record, research potential and a commitment to innovation, GT-IF offers a way into one of Southeast Asia's most respected technical universities.
Key Facts at a Glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Funding Body | Institut Teknologi Bandung |
| Host Country | Indonesia (Bandung) |
| Degree Levels | Master's and PhD |
| Value | ITB-funded fellowship that typically covers tuition fees and may include a living allowance, depending on programme and qualifications |
| Deadline | Annual; specific deadline announced per cycle via ITB Graduate School |
| Eligible Nationalities | International students; ITB international programmes admit foreign nationals only |
| Official Website | ITB Graduate School (Ganesha Talent) page |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality Requirements
You must be an international student. ITB's international programmes admit foreign nationals, which is the pathway GT-IF supports.
Academic Requirements
You need a strong academic record, demonstrated research potential, and a commitment to innovation. You must hold the relevant prior qualification: a bachelor's degree for master's study and a master's degree for doctoral study.
Language Requirements
You must meet the language and any test requirements of your chosen ITB programme. Confirm the language of instruction and the required English evidence before you apply.
What the Scholarship Covers
- Tuition fees for your ITB master's or doctoral programme
- A possible living allowance, depending on the programme structure and your qualifications
- Coverage that is confirmed per award, so check the exact package for your programme
Because the published terms describe tuition coverage with a possible allowance rather than a fixed full package, verify the precise benefits during application instead of assuming a set amount.
How to Apply
- Choose your ITB programme. Select a master's or doctoral programme in your field and check it is open to international applicants.
- Confirm requirements. Review the language, test and academic requirements for that programme.
- Watch the Graduate School portal. Check sps.itb.ac.id for the GT-IF cycle dates, which are announced per intake.
- Prepare your documents. Gather transcripts, certificates, language results and supporting materials.
- Submit your application. Apply through the ITB admission system and indicate your interest in the Ganesha Talent fellowship.
- Confirm your funding. If selected, verify the exact coverage of your award.
Required Documents
- Bachelor's or master's degree certificate, depending on your level
- Academic transcripts
- A copy of your passport
- Language proficiency results
- A motivation letter or statement of purpose
- Recommendation letters
- A CV, and a research proposal for doctoral applicants
Key Dates & Deadlines
GT-IF runs on an annual cycle, with the specific deadline announced through the ITB Graduate School each intake rather than fixed in advance. Check the sps.itb.ac.id/gta page regularly, prepare your documents ahead of time, and apply within the announced window. Indonesian graduate intakes commonly open in the first half of the year for a later-year start.
Tips for a Strong Application
What helps
- Monitor the ITB Graduate School page closely, since dates are released per cycle.
- For doctoral study, contact a potential supervisor and prepare a focused research proposal.
- Make your statement specific to ITB's strengths in your discipline.
- Confirm the language requirement and provide matching evidence.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming a fixed full package instead of confirming your award's coverage.
- Missing the announced window by waiting for a fixed date.
- Applying to a programme not open to international students.
- Submitting a generic research idea with no link to an ITB group.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Ganesha Talent International Fellowship (GT-IF)?
International students with strong academic records, research potential and a commitment to innovation, applying to ITB master's or doctoral programmes open to foreign nationals.
Is the Ganesha Talent International Fellowship fully funded?
It typically covers tuition and may include a living allowance, depending on the programme and your qualifications. Confirm the exact package for your award.
What is the deadline for the Ganesha Talent International Fellowship?
It runs annually, with the specific deadline announced per cycle through the ITB Graduate School.
What degree levels does the GT-IF cover?
Master's and doctoral degrees at Institut Teknologi Bandung.
Where is Institut Teknologi Bandung located?
In Bandung, a highland city in West Java known as a centre of Indonesian higher education.
Does the GT-IF include a living allowance?
It may, depending on the programme structure and applicant qualifications.
What documents do I need for the Ganesha Talent International Fellowship?
Your degree certificate, transcripts, a passport copy, language results, a motivation letter, recommendation letters and a CV, plus a research proposal for doctoral study.
What subjects does the GT-IF cover?
Strategic science, technology and engineering disciplines, reflecting ITB's strengths.
Is the GT-IF open to Indonesian students?
The fellowship supports international students, and ITB's international programmes admit foreign nationals.
How do I find GT-IF deadlines?
Check the ITB Graduate School page at sps.itb.ac.id/gta, where dates are announced each cycle.