CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Applications Open: 30 October 2026
The Public Service Office (PSO) is pleased to announce that applications for the Government of Kiribati (GoK) In-Service Scholarship 2027 are now open from 30 October 2026.
The scholarship aims to support eligible public sector employees in pursuing further studies that align with the Government’s workforce development priorities and the national skills requirements of Kiribati.
All interested applicants are invited to apply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria outlined below.
1. Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the GoK In-Service Scholarship 2027, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
Kiribati Citizenship: Must be a citizen of Kiribati.
Permanent Employment: Must be a permanent employee in the public sector.
Length of Service:
Must have completed at least three (3) continuous employment either on contract or permanent appointment in the government agency(PSC appointment and SRO confirmation letter required or
Must have completed at least 3 years in the government projects (contract appointment on project position and SRO confirmation letter required) or
Must have completed at least 2 years continuous contract service on project (other than government) within Kiribati plus at least 1 year service (either contract/permanent) in government agency/Ministry (contract appointment on project position and SRO confirmation letter required).
Must have completed at least 3 years in the current agency.
Must be in a permanent position at the time of application.
Must have no serious discipline penalty imposed by PSC/Board for the past 3 years,
Must have no long-term leave or other long-term absence (1 year or more) for the past 3 years.
Priority Area of Study:
The proposed programme of study must be consistent with the National In-Service Priority List 2026–2028. KCCI and KANGO applicants must be consistent with the National In-Service Priority List/Pre-Service Priority List 2026-2028
Academic Entry Requirements:
Must meet the admission requirements of the university and the programme of study applied for. Provide post graduate research proposal (if applicable).
English and Computer Requirements: Undergraduate applicants must have passed the required English UU114 or LL114/IELTS/TOEFL/TAFE and computer course requirements-UU100
Must be physically fit to be on study- to complete the attached medical report
2. Required Supporting Documents
Applicants must provide documentary evidence to demonstrate that they meet all the eligibility criteria. (Birth Certificate, Appointment letter/Confirmation letter/Contract letter, University offer letter/offer of placement from University, Previous Qualification Certificate, official transcript with overall GPA)
Please ensure that all required supporting documents are duly certified by the Magistrate Court before submission. Incomplete applications or applications without the necessary supporting evidence may not be considered.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all information provided is accurate and that all required documents are included in their applications.
3. Application Process and Important Deadlines
Applicants must submit their completed applications and supporting documents to their respective Ministries/SoEs/KCCI/KANGO by the deadline below.
Application Stage
Deadline
Scholarship applications open 30 October 2026
Deadline for submission to Ministries/SoEs/KCCI/KANGO 11 December 2026
Final deadline for Ministries/SoEs/KCCI/KANGO to submit applications to PSO 24 December 2026
Important: Applicants must submit their applications to their respective ORGANISATION by 11 December 2026 to allow sufficient time for Ministries/SoEs/KCCI/KANGO level review and endorsement before submission to PSO.
Ministries/SoEs/KCCI/KANGO are responsible for ensuring that applications are reviewed and complete their part on the application before submission to PSO by 24 December 2026.
4. Further Information
Please contact HRMC PSO on the following number 63030140/73044220
Applicants are strongly encouraged to begin preparing their applications and supporting documents early to ensure submission meet the stipulated deadlines.
5. Application Forms
Please download your application from the link(s) below:
>>>Ministries & SOEs employees Application Form