2026 Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Program | Fully Funded; The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme 2026 is one of the most prestigious international scholarship schemes in Europe. Funded by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science and managed by the Irish Research Council, the program provides exceptional students with the opportunity to pursue fully funded Master’s or Doctoral studies in Ireland.
The award is designed to attract and support talented international researchers and postgraduates, enabling them to contribute to high-quality research that impacts Ireland and the global community.
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
Level of Study: Master’s, Doctorate (PhD)
Host Country: Ireland
Host Institutions: Approved Higher Education & Research Institutions in Ireland
Funding Body: Government of Ireland
Deadline: 23rd October, 2025
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Have secured admission or affiliation with an eligible Irish higher education institution or research-performing organization.
- Apply in either English or Irish language.
- Not have had two previous unsuccessful applications to this scholarship program (including strategic partner themes).
- Meet academic and institutional entry requirements for their chosen postgraduate program.
- Note: There is no age restriction for applicants.
Scholarship Benefits
The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship provides funding up to €34,000 per annum, including:
- Annual stipend: €25,000
- Tuition fee contribution: Up to €5,750 (including non-EU fees)
- Additional support for non-EU scholars: Up to €4,000 per annum (over the standard fee contribution)
- Research expenses: €3,250 per year
Application Deadline
- 23rd October, 2025
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the Irish Research Council Application Portal. Interested candidates should carefully review the official call documentation for full guidelines, eligibility requirements, and application instructions.
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