Singapore Merit Scholarship (SMS)
The Singapore Merit Scholarship (SMS) is awarded to promising students to pursue undergraduate studies at renowned universities. Upon the completion of your studies, you will be groomed to take on key positions in SCDF, where you will play an integral role in achieving the Force’s mission of protecting and saving lives and property.
Eligibility
| | Male | Female |
Citizenship | Singaporean or Singaporean PR with the intention of taking up citizenship |
Educational Requirements | Outstanding academic results: GCE A-Level (with at least 11 academic units) International Baccalaureate (IB) Polytechnic Diploma (with Merit) or equivalent |
National Service | Excel in Officer Cadet School (OCS) | Exempted |
Others | Good Co-curricular Activities (CCA) record |
Course of Study
Overseas or local degree in any discipline except Medicine, Dentistry, and Architecture.
*Applicants intending to pursue a degree in Law will not be called to the Bar while serving in the SCDF.
Value of Award
Tuition and other approved fees
Maintenance allowance
Pre-studies allowance
Return Economy Class airfare (if studying overseas)
National Service disruption
Sponsorship for Masters and Exchange Programmes (if requirements are met)
Full salary for the duration of studies
Condition of Award
You will be bonded for five years (for studies in non-English-speaking countries) or six years (for studies in English-speaking countries), commencing the day you assume official duty after completing your studies.
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Singapore Government Scholarship (SGS)
The Singapore Government Scholarship (SGS) gives you the opportunity to pursue undergraduate studies at a reputable university. Upon the completion of your studies, you will take on a career in SCDF where you will play an integral role in achieving the Force’s mission of protecting and saving lives and property.
Eligibility
| | Male | Female |
Citizenship | Singaporean or Singaporean PR with the intention of taking up citizenship |
Educational Requirements | Excellent academic results: GCE A-Level (with at least 10 academic units) International Baccalaureate (IB) Polytechnic Diploma (with Merit) or equivalent |
National Service | Good Performance | Exempted |
Others | Good Co-curricular Activities (CCA) record |
Course of Study
Overseas or local degree in any discipline except Medicine, Dentistry, and Architecture.
* Applicants intending to pursue a degree in Law will not be called to the Bar while serving in the SCDF.
Value of Award
Tuition and other approved fees
Maintenance allowance
Pre-studies allowance
Return Economy Class airfare (for those who pursue their studies in overseas universities)
Sponsorship for Masters and Exchange Programmes (if requirements are met)
Condition of Award
You will be bonded for five years (for studies in non-English-speaking countries) or six years (for studies in English-speaking countries), commencing the day you assume official duty after completing your studies.
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Local Merit Scholarship (LMS)
The Local Merit Scholarship (LMS) helps you take your first steps towards a meaningful and rewarding career with the Home Team, beginning with an undergraduate education at a local university. Upon completing your studies, you will take on a career in SCDF where you will play an integral role in achieving the Force’s mission of protecting and saving lives and property.
Eligibility
| | Male | Female |
Citizenship | Singaporean or Singaporean PR with the intention of taking up citizenship |
Educational Requirements | Excellent academic results: GCE A-Level (with at least 10 academic units) International Baccalaureate (IB) Polytechnic Diploma (with Merit) or equivalent |
National Service | Good Performance | Exempted |
Others |
Good Co-curricular Activities (CCA) record |
Course of Study
Local degree in any discipline except Medicine, Dentistry, and Architecture.
* Applicants intending to pursue a degree in Law will not be called to the Bar while serving in the SCDF.
Value of Award
Tuition and other approved fees
Maintenance allowance
Pre-studies allowance
Sponsorship for Exchange Programmes (if requirements are met)
Condition of Award
You will be bonded for four years, commencing the day you assume official duty after completing your studies.
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Lionheart Undergraduate Study Award
The Lionheart Undergraduate Study Award is awarded to promising students to pursue undergraduate studies in local universities. Upon graduation, you will pursue a career as Direct-Entry Lieutenant in SCDF.
Eligibility
| | Male | Female |
Citizenship | Singaporean or Singaporean PR with the intention of taking up citizenship |
Educational Requirements | Good academic results: GCE A-Level (with at least 10 academic units) International Baccalaureate (IB) Polytechnic Diploma or equivalent |
National Service | Good Performance | Exempted |
Others |
Good Co-curricular Activities (CCA) record |
Course of Study
Local degree in Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Information Technology, or Nursing.
Value of Award
Tuition and other approved fees
Maintenance allowance
Pre-studies allowance
Vocation Attachment and Developmental Programmes (if requirements are met)
Condition of Award
All recipients would be required to fulfil a bond period of four years starting from the day you assume duty after the course of study.