About the program
The Ireland Government Postgraduate Scholarship 2026, funded by the Department of Further and Higher Education and managed by the Irish Research Council, supports international students to pursue a Master’s or PhD in any discipline at Irish institutions. It offers financial assistance, detailed eligibility requirements, and a structured application process.
Eligibility criteria
- This scholarship is open to applicants from all countries, including Ireland.
- You must first pass an online eligibility quiz to access the application form.
- For a Master’s program, you need a Bachelor’s degree.
- For a PhD program, you need a Master’s degree.
- You can apply while awaiting results, but you’ll need a provisional certificate.
- There is no age restriction for applicants.
- You must have a willing supervisor to guide you on your research project in Ireland.
- You must be fluent in English. While the Irish Research Council doesn’t require IELTS/TOEFL, you should confirm the specific requirements with your chosen Irish institution.
- You’ll need to submit your overall degree results, which must be verified on an official transcript and endorsed by your host institution.
