Australian Government Research Scholarships 2026-27 [Fully Funded] | Research Training Program (RTP)

Overview

Australia's government-funded Research Training Program (RTP) pays a stipend of $38,154 a year (2026 rate) plus full tuition, a travel allowance, living and thesis allowances, book costs and medical insurance for domestic and international master's-by-research and PhD candidates with relevant research experience and English proficiency.

Coverage & Financial Benefits

• Full Tuition Fee
• A Stipend: Amount of $38,154 per Annum (2026 rate)
• Travel Allowance of $1000 will be provided
• AUD$ 420 for Master’s by Research Candidates will be granted
• Allowance for Living
• Thesis Allowance
• Books Expenses
• Medical Insurance

Requirements & Eligibility

• All Domestic and International students are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
• Research experience.
• English Proficiency is required.
• For MS, 16 years of education is required.
• For a PhD, an MS should be completed.
• Good academic record.

Required Documents