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Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme by Research Grants Council 2026-27

Awarded by University Grants Committee (Hong Kong)

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

PhD

Funding Type

Partial Funding · Stipend of HKD 344,400 + travel allowance of HKD 14,400 p.a.

Eligible Courses

Sciences, Medicine, Engineering and Technology Humanities, Social Sciences and Business Studies

Eligible Nationalities

Open to all nationals

Can Be Taken At

The Hong Kong University Of Science And Technology (HKUST)Lingnan UniversityThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Provider

University Grants Committee (Hong Kong)

Last Verified On

08 Sep 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

Established in 2009 by the Research Grants Council (RGC) of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) is designed to attract outstanding students worldwide to pursue their PhD studies at Hong Kong's universities.

Eligibility Criteria for the Fellowship:

  • Applicants may come from any nationality.
  • Applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic performance, research ability, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Applicants must be enrolled as full-time PhD students at any of the following universities:
    • City University of Hong Kong
    • Hong Kong Baptist University
    • Lingnan University
    • The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • The Education University of Hong Kong
    • The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
    • The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • The University of Hong Kong

Application Process:

  • All eligible candidates must apply online to be considered for the scholarship. 
  • The shortlisted candidates are interviewed by the respective selection panels.

Value of the Scholarship:

The successful candidates are awarded the following benefits:

  • An annual stipend of HK$344,400
  • A conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$14,400 per year for a period of up to three years.
SIMPLE 5 STEP PROCESS

How to Apply

1

Check Eligibility

Confirm that you meet the scholarship requirements

2

Prepare Documents

Gather all required documents for your application

3

Submit Application

Apply through the official scholarship application process

4

Application Review

The scholarship provider evaluates eligible applications

5

Scholarship Decision

Selected applicants are informed about the final results

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Documents Needed

  • Academic Transcripts (Usually required)

  • Income Certificate (For need-based scholarships)

  • Identity Proof (Usually required)

  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

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  • The deadline of Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme by Research Grants Council 2026-27 is 01 Dec, 2026.
  • Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme by Research Grants Council 2026-27 is offered to PhD degree.
  • Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme by Research Grants Council 2026-27 is offered for Sciences, Medicine, Engineering and Technology Humanities, Social Sciences and Business Studies.
  • Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme by Research Grants Council 2026-27 is open for: Open to all nationals.
  • Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme by Research Grants Council 2026-27 is offered by University Grants Committee (Hong Kong).
  • Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme by Research Grants Council 2026-27 covers Partial Funding, Stipend of HKD 344,400 + travel allowance of HKD 14,400 p.a..