ANU Australian Government RTP Stipend Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded)
The Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship 2026 at Australian National University is a prestigious fully funded opportunity for both domestic and international students pursuing postgraduate research degrees. Funded by the Australian Government, this scholarship supports high-achieving candidates undertaking Higher Degree Research (HDR) programs such as PhD and research-based master’s degrees.
With a generous annual stipend and additional benefits, the RTP scholarship is one of the most competitive research funding options in Australia.
Eligibility
Open to all nationalities, including both domestic and international students. Applicants must 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, and ensure research aligns with ANU’s priorities.
Benefits
Recipients will receive an annual stipend of AUD $39,069 (tax-free, subject to conditions), financial support for living expenses, and funding for up to 3.5 years with a possible 6-month extension.
