Asian Institute of Technology Scholarships 2026 Funded by Thailand Government Open

Here’s a headline opportunity for high-achieving students across Asia — and one that could redefine your academic future in 2026. The Royal Thai Government Scholarships 2026, administered at the prestigious Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), are now open for applications, offering fully funded Master’s and PhD degrees in engineering, management, environment, and development-focused disciplines. Backed by the Thai government, these scholarships are designed to bring Asia’s brightest minds together on one international campus, with complete financial support from tuition to living costs — making AIT one of the most powerful academic gateways for future leaders in the region.

What makes this opportunity truly stand out is the depth of funding attached to it. Under His Majesty the King’s Scholarships for PhD, selected doctoral candidates receive full tuition and registration fee coverage, on-campus accommodation at AIT’s residential campus, and a monthly living bursary for the entire 41-month study period, with the total scholarship value reaching approximately 1.96 million THB per student. For master’s candidates, the Royal Thai Government and Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS) tracks offer an equally compelling package — including full tuition coverage, residential accommodation, and a monthly living allowance for the full 22-month program, with an estimated value of around 1.10 million THB per student. Together, these benefits remove financial pressure entirely, allowing scholars to focus on research, innovation, and regional collaboration.

These scholarships are aimed at academically outstanding candidates who are motivated to contribute to Asia’s development through advanced study. PhD applicants must hold both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in a relevant field, typically with a minimum GPA of 3.5, supported by two academic recommendation letters, a strong research proposal, and proof of English proficiency such as IELTS 6.0 or AIT EET ≥ 6.0. Doctoral awards are available for programs under the School of Engineering and Technology (SET) and the School of Environment, Resources, and Development (SERD), with priority given to candidates from Bhutan, Laos PDR, Timor-Leste, ASEAN countries, and other Asian nations.

For Master’s applicants, multiple tracks are open: His Majesty the King’s Scholarships support excellent bachelor’s graduates from any Asian country applying to programs under SET or the School of Management (SOM); Her Majesty the Queen’s Scholarships focus on outstanding candidates entering environment-related programs under SERD; and the Loom Nam Khong Pijai (GMS) Scholarships target applicants from the Greater Mekong Sub-region, including Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam, Thailand, and Southern China, for programs linked to infrastructure development, energy technology, oil and gas, natural resources, and environmental engineering and management.

For students who want more than just a degree — who want to be part of Asia’s next generation of engineers, managers, and sustainability leaders — the Royal Thai Government Scholarships 2026 at AIT offer a rare combination of prestige, funding, and regional impact. Applications are now being accepted online at https://ait.ac.th/financial/royal-thai-government-scholarships/, and the last date to apply for the August 2026 intake is 31 March 2026. With full financial backing and a truly international academic environment, this is one of the most powerful fully funded study opportunities available to Asian students in 2026.