Swedish Institute Scholarship 2026: Registration, Login, How to apply, Documents and Eligibility

The Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals, often called SISGP, is a fully funded award for ambitious professionals who want to study a master in Sweden and lead change back home. It pays full tuition, a monthly stipend, a travel grant and insurance, and it opens the door to a strong alumni network. This guide explains the SISGP eligibility, the two part application, registration, login and the documents you need.

Overview at a glance

The Swedish Institute runs SISGP to build a network of future leaders who will drive sustainable development in their home countries. It is aimed at working professionals, not fresh graduates, which is why work experience and leadership weigh heavily in selection. Scholars also join the SI Network for Global Professionals and, later, the Sweden Alumni Network, so the value goes well beyond the money.

Here is a snapshot of the key facts before we go into the details. Use it as a quick reference while you prepare your application.

What the scholarship gives you

The scholarship pays your full tuition directly to the university, a monthly stipend of 12,000 Swedish krona, a one-time travel grant of 15,000 Swedish krona and insurance, across a one or two year master. On top of the money, membership of the SI Network for Global Professionals gives you a lasting platform for collaboration and leadership.

Eligibility criteria

Check every point below before you spend time on the application. Most rejections happen because a basic eligibility condition was not met, not because of weak marks.

• You must be a citizen of one of the eligible countries, which includes India.
• You need to apply to a master program that is eligible for the SI scholarship.
• You must be liable to pay tuition fees at Swedish universities, which applies to most non-EU students.
• You should have demonstrated leadership experience from work or civil society engagement.
• Most applicants need at least 3,000 hours of work experience.
• You should be able to explain how your study links to sustainable development in your home country.

Documents needed

Keep clear, properly scanned copies of these documents ready in the formats and sizes the portal asks for. Having them prepared in advance saves you from last minute errors.

• Passport or national identity document
• Eight-digit application number from universityadmissions.se
• Completed SI scholarship CV on the official template
• Letter of reference, where required
• Proof of work and leadership experience
• Bachelor degree certificate and transcripts
• Any program-specific documents requested

Registration process

Registration creates the account you will use for the whole application. Follow these steps in order.

1. Apply to your chosen master program at universityadmissions.se by 15 January.
2. Save the eight-digit personal application number you receive.
3. When the SI window opens in February, open the SI scholarship application portal.
4. Create your SI account and select the correct applicant category.
5. Enter your eight-digit application number exactly, since an error here disqualifies you.

How to log in

Once you have registered, you can return any time to continue or track your application using these steps.

1. Open the SI scholarship application portal during the February window.
2. Log in with the account you created for the scholarship.
3. Continue your application or review your submitted form.
4. Use the portal help if you cannot access your account.

How to apply step by step

With your account ready and documents in hand, complete the application as follows.

1. Confirm your university application is complete at universityadmissions.se.
2. Log in to the SI scholarship portal once it opens in February.
3. Fill in the application form, keeping required headers on the CV template intact.
4. Upload your CV, references and supporting documents.
5. Explain clearly how your study supports sustainable development at home.
6. Submit before the portal closes, since late submissions are not accepted.

Tips to strengthen your application

Many strong applicants are disqualified for small mistakes, not weak profiles. Do not delete the official header on the SISGP CV template, and double check the eight-digit application number before you submit. Build your application around leadership and impact: show where you led people or projects and how your master will help your home country and region. Because the cycle runs once a year for autumn intake, mark both the January university deadline and the February scholarship window in your calendar.

Important dates

Deadlines are the single biggest reason strong candidates miss out. Note the timeline below and always confirm the exact dates on the official portal, since they can change each cycle.

Applying for any scholarship is mostly about preparation and timing. Read the eligibility list once more, keep your documents ready, register early and submit well before the deadline. If you meet the criteria, apply, and keep a backup option ready so your studies are never delayed.

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