The KTH Scholarship 2026 is a competitive tuition-fee scholarship offered by the KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan) in Stockholm, Sweden. It is designed to support outstanding international students who apply for a full-time Master’s programme at KTH and require financial assistance to cover their tuition fees.
KTH is one of Sweden’s top technical universities, ranked globally for engineering, technology, and sustainability research. The scholarship aims to attract ambitious students from around the world who demonstrate academic excellence and a commitment to contributing to sustainable development.
Scholarship Overview
Scholarship Name: KTH Scholarship 2026
Host Institution: KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden
Level: Master’s (Graduate/Postgraduate) Programmes
Coverage: Full tuition fee waiver for the duration of the programme
Living Costs: Not covered (students must fund their own living expenses)
The scholarship is renewable for the second academic year, provided that satisfactory academic progress is maintained.
Benefits
- Complete payment of tuition for the two years of the Master’s degree.
- the chance to attend a highly recognised technical university.
- exposure to international innovation networks, business relationships, and top-notch research facilities.
Note: The scholarship does not include living costs, travel, accommodation, health insurance, or other personal expenses. Students must arrange these independently.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the KTH Scholarship 2026, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
- Be a fee-paying international student (non-EU/EEA) applying for a full-time Master’s program at KTH.
- Apply to the Master’s program as your priority through the Swedish national application portal (universityadmissions.se).
- Pay the application fee and meet all admission requirements.
- Demonstrate strong academic performance and potential.
Applicants cannot apply for this scholarship if KTH is listed as second, third, or subsequent priority on their application.
Application Process
- Choose and Apply for a Master’s Programme
Browse KTH’s Master’s programmes and select your preferred course.
Apply via the Swedish national portal, universityadmissions.se, and list KTH as your priority. - Pay the Application Fee
Pay the required fee for international applicants. This is mandatory for eligibility. - Submit Supporting Documents
Upload academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV, and any other required material to the admissions portal. - Scholarship Application
There is no separate scholarship form — eligible applicants are automatically considered based on their admission application and supporting documents. - Selection & Notification
The scholarship selection is based primarily on academic excellence and a commitment to sustainable development.
Official Deadlines
- Application Opens: 1 December 2025
- Application Deadline: 15 January 2026
- Document Submission Deadline: ~3 February 2026 (for supporting documents)
- Scholarship Results Announced: 26 March 2026
- Programme Start: Autumn Semester 2026 (typically August/September)
It is essential to meet both the admission and scholarship deadlines; late applications will not be considered.
Selection Criteria
The selection process for the KTH Scholarship focuses on:
- Academic excellence (grades, university ranking, performance)
- Potential contribution to sustainable development and future professional impact
- Relevance of the chosen Master’s programme to the applicant’s career goals and academic background
Only a limited percentage of applicants receive the scholarship, making it highly competitive.
Conclusion
The KTH Scholarship 2026 provides a valuable opportunity for international students seeking a Master’s education in engineering, technology, and related fields at one of Europe’s leading technical universities. While the scholarship covers full tuition fees, candidates must demonstrate exceptional academic credentials and apply early to meet all deadlines.
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