King Saud University & NAMA Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship 2026
Organization: King Saud University & NAMA Foundation
Host country: Saudi Arabia
Degree level: Masters, Doctoral
Funding: Fully Funded
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Eligible countries: All countries except Saudi Arabia
Fields of study: Engineering, Computer Science, Technology, Information Systems, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence
The King Saud University & NAMA Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship is a joint initiative aimed at empowering future leaders through advanced postgraduate education. It specifically targets outstanding international students interested in pursuing Master's and Doctoral degrees in priority academic majors, primarily focusing on engineering, technology, and artificial intelligence. The scholarship requires candidates to fulfill applications through the official 'Study in Saudi Arabia' platform as well as a designated registration form.
Benefits
Empowerment through advanced postgraduate education at King Saud University
Coverage of university tuition and standard postgraduate scholarship benefits typically offered via the Study in Saudi Arabia platform
Eligibility
Must be a non-Saudi citizen
Must not be residing in Saudi Arabia during the time of application
Must possess a minimum 'Very Good' academic standing in previous studies
Must hold a relevant Bachelor's or Master's degree for the intended postgraduate program
Must obtain medical fitness and criminal record clearance if specifically required by the university
Requirements
Must successfully meet the language proficiency requirements of the chosen programme, such as submitting valid TOEFL or IELTS scores if required
Submission of fully authenticated academic documents during the application process
Required Documents
Authenticated academic certificates and transcripts (Bachelor's or Master's degree)
Valid proof of language proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS) if required by the major
Medical fitness certificate (if required)
Criminal record clearance document (if required)
Valid international passport
Programs of Study
Master in Electrical Engineering
Master in Industrial Engineering
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Master in Software Engineering
Master in Computer Engineering
Master in Computer Science
Master in Information Technology & Information Systems
Master in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
Doctorate in Electrical Engineering
Doctorate in Industrial Engineering
Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering
Doctorate in Software Engineering
Doctorate in Computer Engineering
Doctorate in Computer Science
Doctorate in Information Technology & Information Systems
Doctorate in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
Application Process
Complete the official registration through the 'Study in Saudi Arabia' platform (https://studyinsaudi.moe.gov.sa/)
Fill out and submit the supplementary NAMA Foundation registration form via the provided Google Form link
Ensure all your academic documents are properly authenticated before uploading them
Submit all applications strictly before the closing date of 31st March 2026
How to Apply
Ensure you are physically outside of Saudi Arabia during the application period, as residents will be automatically disqualified from this specific track
Verify the specific language requirements (TOEFL/IELTS) for your exact target major on the university portal before applying
Selection Process
Administrative evaluation of academic standing to ensure candidates meet the minimum 'Very Good' requirement
Verification of all authenticated documents, medical fitness, and residency status
Academic review of language proficiency and overall fitness for the targeted priority engineering and technology programs