Monash University Australian Government RTP Scholarships 2026
The Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend is a prestigious scholarship funded by the Australian Government and offered through Monash University to support high-achieving domestic and international students pursuing graduate research degrees. This program aims to ease financial pressure by providing a generous living allowance, relocation support, and tuition coverage for eligible candidates.
If you are planning to begin a Research Doctorate (PhD) or Research Masters at Monash University, this scholarship offers exceptional financial and academic support to help you focus on world-class research.
Degree Level
The RTP Stipend at Monash University is available for:
- Research Doctorate (PhD)
- Research Masters (MPhil / Masters by Research)
- Eligible Joint Research Awards (Monash as home institution)
Available Subjects
You can apply for the RTP Stipend for any graduate research discipline offered at Monash, including but not limited to:
- Engineering
- Science & Technology
- Health & Medical Sciences
- Business & Economics
- Information Technology
- Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences
- Education
- Law
- Environmental Science
- Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
Benefits
The RTP Stipend provides:
1. Living Allowance
- $37,145 per year (2026 rate)
- Helps support living expenses during your research degree.
2. Relocation Allowance
- Available to eligible students relocating for study.
3. Tuition Coverage
- Domestic students: automatic RTP Fees Offset
- International students: may be paired with a tuition scholarship
Eligible Nationalities
The scholarship accepts applications from:
- Australian citizens
- New Zealand citizens
- Australian permanent residents
- Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders
- International students of all nationalities
Additionally, Indigenous Australian students can apply for the RTP Stipend – Indigenous.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Monash University RTP Stipend, applicants must:
General Requirements
- Be enrolled or intend to enrol in a Research Doctorate or Research Masters at Monash University.
- Meet Monash’s competitive scholarship selection requirements.
- Meet the Monash English language proficiency requirements.
Selection is Based On
- Outstanding academic excellence
- Strong research potential
- Research outputs (publications, thesis, projects)
- Relevant prior research experience
Additional Notes
- Domestic students automatically receive the RTP Fees Offset (full tuition coverage).
- International students may be offered tuition scholarships alongside the stipend.
Application Procedure
Graduate research scholarship applications are submitted alongside course applications using the myApp Portal.
Steps to Apply
Receive an Invitation
- New international applicants must first receive an invitation to apply from their faculty.
- Submit Course + Scholarship Application Together
- No need to select specific scholarships—eligible candidates are automatically considered for all.
Provide Required Documents
- Academic transcripts
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Research proposal
- Proof of English proficiency
- Publications (if any)
Submit Before Deadline for Your Round
Application Rounds
- International Round 1:Â closes 31 March
- Domestic Round 2:Â closes 31 May
- International Round 3:Â closes 31 August
- Domestic Round 4:Â closes 31 October
Why Choose the RTP Stipend?
The RTP Stipend opens doors to high-impact research opportunities, professional development programs, and global research networks. Recipients often gain access to world-class facilities and supervision, significantly strengthening their research careers.
