Smart Nation Scholarship
Explore the Smart Nation Scholarship, designed to nurture talents passionate about technology and propel Singapore's digital transformation.
Last updated 28 April 2025
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Propelling Singapore’s digital transformation
Singapore has set its sights on becoming a Smart Nation. This has engendered a need for skilled talents who dare to dream big and desire to co-create a world of digital possibilities. The Smart Nation Scholarship, jointly offered by GovTech, the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) and the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), aims to give promising individuals like you the opportunity to jump-start a dynamic career in tech. During your course of study, you'll learn how innovation can be harnessed to serve the public good.
Benefits of being a Smart Nation Scholar
Employer-sponsored training
As a GovTech scholar, you will receive training funds to attend professional development courses.
Direct entry to Technology Associate Programme (TAP)
Hone your leadership and technical abilities through GovTech's Technology Associate Programme (TAP).
Get access to mentors
Raise all your questions about a career in tech during the regular check-ins with your seniors.
Expand your network
Make meaningful connections with our engineers, leaders and alumni.
Exposure to different sectors
Get to rotate among different technology tracks and find your true interest.
Demonstrate your leadership
Become a leader who operates in the GovTech way: Act with Purpose, Model Empathy and Develop People.
Hear from our past scholars
“The scholarship has provided me with the opportunity to contribute to the community with my expertise.”
~ Winston Liu
"I help to move Singapore towards a Smart Nation together with our citizens, one step at a time."
~ Goh Jia Yi
Curious about the scholarship selection process? Check out this Medium blog post by Glenda, one of our Smart Nation Scholars, who has detailed her own journey.
Interested in becoming a Smart Nation Scholar?
Applications are open from 1st September to 30th April (of the following year) for each cycle. Shortlisted candidates can expect to undergo a holistic scholarship selection process, which includes a group assessment, an individual technical test, as well as interviews with Human Resources personnel, Tech Leads and our senior leaders.