Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships 2026

Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships 2026

These scholarships provide full funding for research‑oriented Master’s and PhD programs at Australian universities. The award includes a tuition fee offset, a stipend for living expenses, and additional allowances for research costs.

Key Details

• Deadline: 10 Aug, 2026
• Scholarship value: Full Funding – tuition fee offset + stipend for living expenses + allowances for research
• Eligible degrees: Masters by research, PhD (research doctorate)
• Provider: Australian Government

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be enrolled in a higher degree by research (HDR) – either a research doctorate (PhD) or research master’s (MPhil/Masters by Research) – at an eligible Australian university.
• Be either domestic or international students (some institutions may limit international awards).
• Study at an Australian higher education provider that receives RTP block‑grant funding.
• Meet any additional selection requirements set by the host university, such as academic merit, research proposal, and referee reports.
• Not be enrolled solely in coursework degrees.

Benefits

RTP Scholarships may include:

• Tuition fee offset
• Stipend for general living costs
• Allowances related to ancillary costs of HDR study

Application Process

To apply, follow these steps:

1. Select a research degree (PhD or MPhil) at an eligible Australian university.
2. Apply for admission to the HDR program through the university’s standard entry process.
3. Determine whether the university requires a separate RTP scholarship application or if consideration is automatic with your HDR application.
4. Prepare and submit required documentation, typically including academic transcripts, a research proposal, referee reports, and any university‑specific forms.

For the official application portal, visit Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships 2026 application form.