DOST Scholarship 2026–2027 Online Application | Now Open
The Department of Science and Technology – Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) has officially announced the opening of applications for the DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Academic Year 2026–2027.
This program is one of the most prestigious government scholarships in the Philippines, designed to support academically talented students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
Overview of the DOST Scholarship
The DOST Scholarship aims to develop a pool of highly qualified Filipino scientists and engineers to help accelerate the country’s national development.
It provides full financial assistance to eligible students who plan to pursue STEM-related degrees in recognized higher education institutions in the Philippines.
Scholarship Benefits
DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholars will receive the following financial support:
A. Regular Academic Year
- Tuition and other school fees (private HEIs): ₱40,000/year
- Learning materials and/or connectivity allowance: ₱10,000/year
- Monthly living allowance: ₱8,000/month
- Clothing allowance: ₱1,000 (first semester of first year only)
- Transportation allowance: 1 economy-class roundtrip fare
- Group health and accident insurance: Premium covered
- Thesis allowance: ₱10,000
- Graduation allowance: ₱1,000
B. Summer/Mid-Year Term (If required by curriculum)
- Tuition and other school fees: Up to ₱10,000
- Learning materials and/or connectivity allowance: ₱2,000
- Monthly living allowance: ₱8,000/month (for two months)
- Group health and accident insurance: Premium covered
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Must be a natural-born Filipino citizen
- Must be in good moral character and good health
- Must not have earned any post-secondary (college or vocational) units
Academic Qualifications
For Grade 12 students graduating in SY 2025–2026:
- STEM Strand: All students in STEM
- Non-STEM Strand: Must be in the top 5% of the graduating class
For Grade 12 graduates from previous years (not yet enrolled in college):
- STEM Strand: All graduates
- Non-STEM Strand: Must be in the top 5% of the graduating class
- May have applied for the DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarship before but did not qualify
- May have qualified but did not avail of the scholarship
Documentary Requirements
Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents:
- Form C – Certificate of Good Moral Character
- Form D – Certificate of Good Health
- Principal’s Certification
- Form E1 to E4 – Depending on strand and learning method (STEM, Non-STEM, Homeschool, ALS)
- Form F – Certificate of Residency
- Form G – Parent’s Certification (no pending immigration application)
- Form H – DOST-SEI Scholarship Examination/Award
- Form I – Certification of No Post-Secondary Units
- Form J – Signed Declaration of Applicant and Parent/Guardian
- Recent Passport-sized Photo (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm)
- Birth Certificate
- Proof of Income (submit at least one depending on employment type):
- 2024 Income Tax Return (ITR)
- BIR Form 1701
- OFW Employment Contract
- Certificate of Indigency or Employment
- Pension documents (if applicable)
- Notarized Affidavit of Guardianship (if applicable)
- Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
Scholarship Application Timeline
- Announcement of Scholarship: October 6, 2025
- Opening of Online Application: October 20, 2025
- Deadline of Submission: November 21, 2025
- Qualifying Examination Schedule: February 21–22, 2026
How to Apply
Interested and eligible applicants must apply online through the official DOST E-Scholarship Application System at: https://science-scholarships.ph/
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Filipino students who meet the academic qualifications and plan to pursue STEM-related college degrees.
Forms are available for download on the official DOST Scholarship website once the application period opens.
The deadline to submit your DOST Scholarship 2026 application is on November 21, 2025.
The DOST Scholarship qualifying exam is scheduled for February 21–22, 2026. Qualified applicants will be notified with further exam details by DOST-SEI.
Conclusion
The DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarship Program is a great opportunity for aspiring scientists, engineers, and technology professionals in the Philippines.
If you are eligible, make sure to complete your application before the deadline on November 21, 2025, and take the first step toward becoming a DOST scholar.
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am truly interested in applying for this scholarship because I have a strong desire to continue my studies and finish my education. Ever since I was young, it has been my dream to earn a degree and make my family proud, but financial challenges sometimes make it difficult to pursue that goal. I believe that this scholarship will not only help me lessen the financial burden on my parents but also give me a chance to focus more on my studies and do my best in school.
Education is very important to me because it is the key to a better future. I want to use what I learn to help my family, serve my community, and become a responsible and productive citizen. If given the opportunity to be one of the scholars, I will study hard, maintain good grades, and make the most out of this opportunity. I will make sure that the trust and support given to me will not go to waste.
I need this scholar so bad
Currently a student.
Sana mapili po. Para Po sa tuition🙏
How to apply?
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1st year po engineering sana po makasali kasi po wala pa akong scholarship
I’m Czarina Ashley Marga, 17 years old. I’m currently grade 12 from aclc college, my strand is stem. I really want to be part of this.
Sana mapasama po
Nag aaral po ako gusto ko pong makasali
Gusto ko i apply anak ko 1st Yr.College
Hello.ao isang ofw front dubai my dalawang anak ako isang grade 10 or first college, paano.poh mag apply ng scholarship,thank you.
How can I apply the scholarship
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Good day I’m marygrace Bilbao,ofw 6yrs work as dh Saudi Arabia,
My son Rolmar Bilbao to avail applying for scholarship owwa benefits he’s proceed in college hope my son should be success this qualification thank u🙏
Good day Sir/Ma’am
Allowed po ba ito para sa anak ng isang distressed na ofw Sir) ma’am?
Hoping an answer for my question😊
How to apply
I would like to be included
im applying for dost scholarship
Hello madam/sir..too much requirements for this scholarship?
Bakot anak k0 inaply ko noong mag 1st year palang medical course pro wala d nkapasok
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I’m applying for a scholarship because I can help my family and not burden them with my tuition.
Sana po makuha ako, malaking tulong napo ito kung papalarin para sakin at sa magulang ko.
I am a Grade 12 student aspiring to continue my education in college, but my family’s financial situation makes this goal difficult to achieve. My mother is a housewife and my father works as a driver, and their income is only enough to support our daily needs. Despite these challenges, I remain determined to pursue higher education and work hard toward my dreams. Receiving this scholarship would greatly ease my family’s financial burden and allow me to focus on my studies. I am committed to making the most of this opportunity and using education as a means to uplift not only myself but also my family and community.
Hello po pang tuition lng po, makakatulog na po samin ang mama ko po ay nasa abroad. God bless po !
give mean application id
I need this for my college journey
Sana po mapili ako
BS EDUCATION
Sana po isa ako sa mapili sa scholarship.
As a dedicated student with a deep commitment to my education and a strong connection to the Filipino community, I am writing to express my strong interest in becoming an OWWA scholar. I believe that this scholarship would not only provide me with the financial assistance necessary to pursue my academic goals but also empower me to give back to my community in meaningful ways.
Good day! I am Mary Grace, a student from Colegio De San Gabriel Arcangel Inc., and I am writing to apply for your scholarship program. I am deeply motivated to continue my education despite the challenges I am facing.
I humbly share that I have lost both of my parents, and since then, life has not been easy. However, I continue to persevere because I believe that education is the key to building a better future. I am currently doing my best to maintain good grades and stay active in school activities while managing the responsibilities that come with my situation.
This scholarship would be a great help to me in pursuing my studies and achieving my dreams. It would lessen my financial burden and allow me to focus more on my academic goals. I assure you that if given the chance, I will do my best to honor this opportunity through hard work, dedication, and gratitude.
Thank you very much for considering my application. I hope you will give me the chance to continue my education and make my parents proud through this scholarship.
Hello, I accidentally submitted a comment on your scholarship page under the name Mary Grace J. Cuabo.
Could you please delete it? Thank you.
Do the student still have to render a service to have that scholarship and what grade requirements, she is an incoming 2nd Year student at Cebu Doctors University
How about students who entered college for 1 year then stop is she or he qualify to avail this schoolarship
I want to apply for scholarship
Dear Scholarship Committee,
I am writing to express my sincere application for the scholarship program. As a dedicated and hardworking student, I am confident that this scholarship will enable me to achieve my academic goals and pursue my dreams.
Due to financial constraints, my family and I have faced significant challenges in pursuing higher education. Despite these obstacles, I have consistently demonstrated academic excellence and a strong work ethic. My grades reflect my dedication to my studies, and I am committed to making the most of this opportunity.
Receiving this scholarship would not only alleviate some of the financial burdens on my family but also motivate me to continue striving for excellence. I am eager to contribute to the academic community and make a positive impact.
Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss my qualifications further.
Sincerely,
Roshel abuhan
Hi can I apply
sana po maka sali
I hope Makasali po kasi dito, para po makatulong narin sa pag aaral ko salamat po.
Manifest Po maka sali🤞🏻✨
Good Evening po, I hope you will choose me to be part of this Scholar even though I am already a 2nd year student. Thankyou and God Bless You po.
I want apply mu.daughter she is second year college now
Hoping na mapilit sa scholarship thank you!
Unta ma pilian, para sad intawon dina mo balik si mama panarbaho, dina ma problema ug abroad.
I’m Rene S. Bello, Jr,39yrs old and a Father of two children, a grade 12 student at UST Angelicum Quezon City and a grade 2 student from Baptist College Mandaluyong,. I’m hoping to be one of benefactors of the scholarship program.. ako po ay isang Dialysis Patient and need KO po matulungan ang aking Mga anak para SA kanilang pag aaral.. My Wife is working as an office staff at kulang po ang aming kinikita for the whole day.. Sana po makapasa po SA scholarship..🙏
I don’t have message
I need this scholarship for me
Sana po masama ako pra po makapag aral po ako
Can I apply to this scholarship
di makapasok sa online registrayion nyo po
Single parents ako..pede po ba ipasok anak ko..isang collage at hrade8..paano po.tha ks
Is college student allowed to apply OWWA Scholarship?
Not a Stem and want to take the Accountancy course
Good pm ask ko lang po if may program po kayo for masters of science in nursing free tuition fee? Thank you po
Mabute naman may ganitong programa sa goberno
How to apply?
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hello po, I’m 2nd year college po. and my mom is an OFW since when I was grade 2 po. sana po makuha po ako ng owwa kasi matagal na po ako nag aapply and di po ako nakukuha. sana po makuha nako this time
Brgy. Tangcarang, Alaminos City Pangasinan
I really need this scholarship
I want to apply scholarship
i have application id already
I hope i be the one choosen in this scholar po
I need money for my collage education
Sir/Maam Isa poba ako sa beneficiary ng ched? Ako po si Rhonron A Roca, I’m Studying in St. Clare College Camarin Caloocan City 2nd Year College Program of Bsba po maraming salamat po!
I want to apply for scholarship, incoming college student a STEM strand.
Hello Po ma’am’Sir Good afternoon Po,Sana Isa Ako sa Mapili Po thank you,
Good day! I am Sofia Reena May R. Martinez, and I would like to inquire about your scholarship program. May I know the requirements, qualifications, and application process? I am very interested in applying and would appreciate any guidance or details you can provide. Thank you so much!
May I ask if the college student can apply for this?
Is this every year because my son is in Grade 11 now? Thank you in advance for your answer.
hello po sir/maam,
maam/sir how to apply my daugther sir/maam undergraduate nursing only one year she finish maam sir
isa po akong ofw from saudi
but now am applying again going to kuwait waiting flight
thank you sir maam
Hoping to apply scholarship
I really hope I can pass this scholarship even though I am one of the non-stem applicants. Hoping for the best!
Good luck, everyone!
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Can you please extend the submission of requirements?
Kylangan ko ito scholarship na ito malaking hlga pra sa aking mga anak Lalo nat my magulang pa akung sinusuportahan in god permit nawa ay makapasok
I’ll wait the result po
novelyncastro88@gmail.com
Can we join in scholarship
Hi I’m Kimberly O. Ochea, I’m 17 years old. Grade 12 student at LiNHS and a STEM student. I need scholarship for college