If you’ve been watching China’s top universities roll out funding opportunities for international postgraduates, here’s one you should not overlook. Zhejiang University, one of China’s most prestigious research institutions, has opened applications for the Zhejiang Government Scholarship 2026 for new international Master’s and PhD applicants.
This opportunity is designed to reward strong academic performers and research-driven candidates who want to study at a world-class Chinese university with government backing.
What Support Does This Scholarship Provide?
This provincial government scholarship offers direct financial support to help reduce the cost of postgraduate study in China.
- Provides RMB 30,000 as a scholarship grant
- Funding covers one academic year
- Open to Master’s and Doctoral students
- High-performing scholars may reapply in subsequent years based on academic results.
Who Can Compete for This Opportunity?
This award is merit-based and targeted at academically serious postgraduate candidates. Applicants are expected to meet both university admission and scholarship standards.
- Must meet Zhejiang University’s postgraduate admission requirements for 2026
- Open to international Master’s and PhD applicants
- Strong academic background and positive research attitude required
- Applicants must not hold any other scholarship simultaneously
- Must demonstrate readiness for full-time postgraduate study
How the Application Process Works?
The application is fully online and closely tied to your admission application at Zhejiang University.
- Apply through the Online Application System for International Students of Zhejiang University
- Upload all required Master’s or PhD admission documents
- Submit the Zhejiang Government Scholarship Application Form
- Upload a Non-Criminal Record Certificate issued within the last six months
- Shortlisted candidates attend a video interview conducted by academic schools
Final scholarship recommendations are made through competitive evaluation, considering academic strength, research ability, language proficiency, and interview performance.
Application Timeline You Must Note
The Zhejiang Government Scholarship 2026 application deadline is February 28, 2026 (Beijing Time).