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ANU Australian Government RTP Stipend Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded)

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Australia
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Published Mar 26, 2026

Overview

Host University: Australian National University

Funded By: Australian Government

Description

Host University: Australian National University

Funded By: Australian Government

Scholarship Type: Fully Funded (Stipend-Based)

Degree Level: Postgraduate Research (PhD, Research Master’s)

Eligible Applicants: Domestic & International Students

Stipend Value: AUD $39,069 per year (2026 rate)

Duration: 3.5 years (with possible 6-month extension)

Payment Mode: Fortnightly

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Meet the Commonwealth Scholarship Guidelines (Research) 2017
Apply for or be enrolled in a Higher Degree Research (HDR) program
Meet ANU’s academic admission requirements
Demonstrate strong academic merit and research potential
Secure a qualified research supervisor
Ensure research aligns with ANU’s priorities

Additional Information

Scholarship Overview

Host University: Australian National University
Funded By: Australian Government
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded (Stipend-Based)
Degree Level: Postgraduate Research (PhD, Research Master’s)
Eligible Applicants: Domestic & International Students
Stipend Value: AUD $39,069 per year (2026 rate)
Duration: 3.5 years (with possible 6-month extension)
Payment Mode: Fortnightly

Degree Level

The RTP Stipend Scholarship is available for:

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Master’s by Research (MPhil or equivalent HDR programs)

Available Subjects

Students can apply for any research field offered at ANU, provided:

The research aligns with ANU’s strategic priorities
A qualified supervisor is available
Necessary facilities and resources are accessible

Benefits

Recipients will receive:

AUD $39,069 annual stipend (tax-free, subject to conditions)
Financial support for living expenses
Payments made fortnightly
Funding for up to 3.5 years
6 month extension (if required)
Opportunity to study at a globally ranked research university

Eligible Nationalities

Open to all nationalities
Includes both domestic and international students
Current ANU research students may also apply (if eligible)

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Meet the Commonwealth Scholarship Guidelines (Research) 2017
Apply for or be enrolled in a Higher Degree Research (HDR) program
Meet ANU’s academic admission requirements
Demonstrate strong academic merit and research potential
Secure a qualified research supervisor
Ensure research aligns with ANU’s priorities

Application Procedure

Follow these steps to apply:

Apply for admission to a Higher Degree Research (HDR) program at ANU
During your application, select RTP scholarship as your funding preference
No separate application is required for most applicants
Current ANU students must submit a separate request form
Ensure all required documents (academic transcripts, research proposal, etc.) are submitted

Selection Criteria

Selection is highly competitive
Based on academic excellence and research potential
Candidates are ranked on a merit-based system
Final selection depends on: Supervisor availability Research alignment Institutional resources
Supervisor availability
Research alignment
Institutional resources

Scholarship Rounds Deadlines

ANU offers two main scholarship rounds each year:

Round 1

International Applicants Deadline: 31 August
Domestic Applicants Deadline: 31 October
Commencement: By 31 March (following year)

Round 2

Deadline: 15 April
Commencement: By 31 August (same year)

Ongoing Requirements

To continue receiving the scholarship, students must:

Maintain satisfactory academic progress
Remain enrolled in a full-time research program

Frequently Asked Questions Faqs

Is the RTP Stipend Scholarship fully funded? Yes, it provides a full stipend of AUD $39,069 per year, covering living expenses for research students.
Do I need a separate application for RTP at ANU? No, applicants are automatically considered when applying for an HDR program, except for current students who must apply separately.
Can international students apply for the RTP Scholarship 2026? Yes, the scholarship is open to both domestic and international students worldwide.

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Funding

Fully Funded

Organization

Australian National University

Degree

Masters, PhD

Subjects

All Subjects

Nationality

International Students

Country

Australia

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