The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) administers a number of Doctoral and master’s level non-binding scholarships, provided by the Royal Thai Government (RTG), to qualified candidates with excellent academic qualifications from Thailand and other Asian countries. The scholarships provide an opportunity for students from diverse backgrounds in all Asian countries to study and conduct research together in a truly international environment at AIT, building a solid foundation for International understanding among the people of Asia.
His Majesty the King’s Scholarships for Doctoral Programs
This scholarship is granted to qualified candidates with excellent undergraduate (Bachelor’s degree) and graduate (Master’s degree) achievements to pursue their Doctoral programs in any Academic Program offered at the School of Engineering and Technology (SET) and the School of Environment, Resources, and Development (SERD) from the following priority countries supported by the Government of Thailand.
1) Bhutan. Laos PDR and Timor-Leste
2) ASEAN countries
3) Other Asian countries
Eligibility and required documents
Have an outstanding education record in a 4-year Undergraduate Program and 2-year Master’s Program from an accredited institution in related fields; GPA of Bachelor’s and Master’s degree ≥ 3.5 or equivalent
Two recommendation letters;
Research proposal;
Have an English proficiency score as required by AIT Language Center (IELTS 6.0 (Overall and Writing bands) or AIT EET ≥ 6.0).
Coverage
Each scholarship award covers tuition, registration fees, accommodation, and a bursary for living expenses in AIT’s residential campus for the entire period of the 41-month (7-semester) duration for Ph.D. programs. The value of the non-binding Scholarship per student is approximately 1.96 MB.
His Majesty the King’s Scholarships for Master’s Programs
This scholarship is granted to qualified candidates with excellent undergraduate achievements from any Asian country to pursue a Master’s Degree in any of the academic programs offered at the School of Engineering and Technology (SET) and the School of Management (SOM).
Her Majesty the Queen’s Scholarships for Master’s Programs
This scholarship is granted to qualified candidates with excellent undergraduate achievements from any Asian country to pursue a Master’s degree in the environmental-related academic programs offered at the School of Environment, Resources, and Development (SERD).
Deadline for August 2026 Intake: 31 March 2026
to apply: https://ait.ac.th/apply-online/
for more information: https://ait.ac.th/financial/royal-thai-government-scholarships/
