How to Apply for the GKS Scholarship 2025 – Step by Step Guide

Global Korea Scholarship i.e GKS Scholarship 2025 for graduate degree programs is open now. You can apply for the Master’s and Doctoral programs for a chance to come and study in South Korea on this fully funded scholarship. If you are looking for a step-by-step guide on how to apply for the GKS Scholarship, this article will help you understand the application process in detail explaining both the application tracks – the Embassy Track and University Track.

Choosing the Right Track for GKS Scholarship

There are two ways to apply for the GKS Scholarship:

1) Embassy Track – Apply through the Korean Embassy in your country (more competitive but allows you to choose from several universities).
2) University Track – Apply directly to a Korean university (faster process but limited to one university).

Embassy Track Application Process

(You can apply to three universities under this track.)

Step 1: Prepare Your Documents

• Download the application form from Study in Korea or the embassy website.
• Gather the required documents, including your degree certificates, transcripts, recommendation letters, and personal statement.

Step 2: Submit the Application to the Korean Embassy

• Send your complete application by post to the Korean Embassy in your country before the deadline.

Step 3: Embassy Screening & Interview

• The embassy will review applications and conduct interviews for shortlisted candidates.
• If selected, the embassy will recommend candidates to NIIED (National Institute for International Education).

Step 4: NIIED Selection & University Review

• NIIED will review the recommended candidates and forward applications to the three universities you selected.
• Each university will assess your application.

Step 5: Final Selection & Result Announcement

• If accepted by at least one university, NIIED will finalize the selection.
• The final list of GKS scholarship recipients will be announced on Study in Korea and by the Korean Embassy.

*The candidates who gain admission from more than one university will have to make a final selection, and notify their respective local Korean Embassy and NIIED by the designated date.

University Track Application Process

(You can apply to one university under this track.)

Step 1: Choose a University & Prepare Documents

• Select a university from the University Track list on Study in Korea.
• Download the application form and gather all required documents.

Step 2: Submit Application to the University

• Send your complete application by post or email (if allowed) directly to the university.

Step 3: University Screening & Recommendation to NIIED

• The university will review your application and recommend shortlisted candidates to NIIED.

Step 4: NIIED Final Selection

• NIIED will review the university’s recommendations and make the final decision.

Step 5: Final Result Announcement

• If selected, NIIED will confirm your admission and officially announce the GKS scholarship recipients.

How to apply for GKS Scholarship Summary

Here’s a simplified diagram of how to apply for GKS Scholarship via both Embassy Track and University Track:

Embassy Track Process

1. Prepare & Submit Application ? Send to Korean Embassy
2. Embassy Screening & Interview ? Embassy recommends candidates to NIIED
3. NIIED Selection & University Review ? Universities review applications
4. Final Decision by NIIED ? Results announced

University Track Process

1. Choose University & Apply ? Send to Korean university
2. University Screening ? University recommends candidates to NIIED
3. Final Decision by NIIED ? Results announced

Make sure to check the official notice on the studyinkorea website > (www.studyinkorea.go.kr > K-Scholarship > GKS Notice

For detailed information, please download the official GKS Scholarship 2025 Application Guidelines below: