In this post you will see detailed about the KNB Scholarship Benefits. This is the exact money you will get in 2026. Everything is paid directly by the Indonesian government — no hidden fees, no tuition, nothing.
KNB Scholarship Benefits 2026
Monthly living allowance
- Bachelor: IDR 1,750,000 (~$107 USD)
- Master & PhD: IDR 2,550,000 (~$156 USD) → Paid every month directly to your Indonesian bank account
One-time settlement allowance
- All levels: IDR 15,000,000 (~$920 USD) → Paid in the first month (buy laptop, clothes, phone, etc.)
Book allowance
- All levels: IDR 2,500,000 (~$153 USD) per semester → Paid twice a year
Research / thesis allowance
- Master: IDR 10,000,000 (~$613 USD) one-time
- PhD: IDR 15,000,000 (~$920 USD) one-time
Full health insurance
- BPJS Kesehatan + private insurance → Hospital stays, doctor visits, medicine, dentist – everything 100 % free
Round-trip flight ticket
- Economy class: home country → Jakarta → home country (after you finish)
Make sure you have the LoA first: How to Get LoA in 3–14 Days.
Indonesian language course (BIPA)
- Bachelor: 12 months free
- Master: 6–12 months free
- PhD: 6 months free → You still get full stipend during the language year
Visa & stay permit fees
- All student visa (KITAS) and extension fees paid
Airport pickup + transport to your city
- Free bus or train from Jakarta to your university city
Choose a city that fits your stipend: KNB Universities Tier List + City Costs.
Current Money in USD
| Level | Monthly stipend | Settlement (first month) | Book / semester | Research (total) | Total first month (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor | ~$107 | ~$920 | ~$153 | – | ~$1,180 |
| Master | ~$156 | ~$920 | ~$153 | ~$613 | ~$1,842 |
| PhD | ~$156 | ~$920 | ~$153 | ~$920 | ~$2,149 |
After the first month you get roughly $260–310 USD every month (Master/PhD) for the entire program. That is more than enough in Yogyakarta, Malang, Bogor, or Surabaya. In Jakarta it is tight but still doable.
Hidden / Lesser-Known Allowances
- Thesis printing & binding allowance: up to IDR 2,000,000
- International conference allowance (PhD): up to IDR 15,000,000 once
- Winter jacket allowance (for students going to cold cities like Bandung/Malang): IDR 1,500,000
- Visa & stay permit (KITAS) fees: 100 % paid
- Airport pickup in Jakarta + bus to your city: free
Real Monthly Budget from 2025 Winners
| Item | Cost in Yogyakarta/Malang | Cost in Jakarta |
|---|---|---|
| Room (kost, AC + WiFi) | $80–120 | $180–250 |
| Food (3 meals) | $70–90 | $120–150 |
| Transport | $20–30 | $50–70 |
| Total | $170–240 | $350–470 |
| Money left over | $20–140 (Master/PhD) | sometimes tight |
Important Rules You Must Follow
- Stipend stops if you go home more than 30 days without permission
- You must open Bank BNI account in Jakarta during orientation week
- First stipend comes 7–14 days after you arrive and open the account
- No part-time job allowed on student visa
This is one of the most generous fully-funded scholarships in the world for developing countries. You literally pay zero from your pocket.
Ready to apply? Start with the 2026 KNB Deadline & Timeline here.