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Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP)

Fully FundedMaster'sShort Course1–24 monthsRolling · check Nuffic portal

The Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP) is a fully funded Dutch government scholarship exclusively for employed professionals from developing countries (including Indonesia). You must be nominated by your employer and currently working - it is not open to students or recent graduates. Only specific courses at specific Dutch institutions are eligible; check the Nuffic OKP portal for the current approved list.

Quick info

Application status

Rolling · check Nuffic portal

DAAD deadlines vary per program. Check the official site for the current intake window.

Netherlands
Master's, Short Course
1–24 months
Water Management, Food and Nutrition Security, Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights…
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Info sourced from official providers. Always verify deadlines, requirements, and eligibility directly before applying.

What you get

  • Full tuition fee
  • Monthly living allowance (amount varies by institution and programme)
  • Round-trip international airfare
  • Visa and Dutch residence permit costs
  • Health insurance
  • Travel allowance within the Netherlands
  • Pre-departure preparation support

Requirements

First degree: Required
Professional experience: Required

Detailed requirements

  • - Citizen AND current resident of an OKP-eligible country (Indonesia is eligible) - you cannot apply if you already live/work abroad
  • - Currently employed as a working professional - NOT intended for recent graduates or students
  • - Must be nominated or sponsored by your employer or a relevant organization - individual self-nominations are generally not accepted
  • - Your employer must agree to grant leave of absence and a return guarantee after the scholarship
  • - The chosen course/programme must be on the approved OKP list at a participating Dutch institution (not all Dutch universities are OKP partners)
  • - English language proficiency: IELTS 6.0+ or equivalent (exact requirements vary per institution and programme)
  • - Must commit to returning to your home country and employer after completing the programme
  • - Priority given to professionals working in areas aligned with Dutch development priorities (water, food security, health, governance)

Who can apply

Employed professionals from OKP-eligible developing countries (including Indonesia) who are nominated by their employer for a master's degree or short course at a participating Dutch institution in a development-relevant field.

Fields of study

Water ManagementFood and Nutrition SecuritySexual and Reproductive Health and RightsSecurity and Rule of LawAll fields aligned with Dutch development priorities

Application window

Rolling · check Nuffic portal

Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025–2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.

Important dates

Indonesia is an OKP eligible country
Short courses: 2 weeks to 12 months
Master's programmes: 12–24 months
Applications open approximately October each year
NOT all Dutch institutions participate - only those listed on the Nuffic OKP portal
Check eligible institutions and courses at: https://www.nuffic.nl/en/subjects/orange-knowledge-programme

How to apply

  1. 1Step 1: Check the Nuffic OKP portal (nuffic.nl) to confirm Indonesia is eligible for the current cycle and find the list of approved courses and institutions
  2. 2Step 2: Identify a specific approved course/programme at a participating Dutch institution
  3. 3Step 3: Secure formal nomination and employer support (leave of absence + return guarantee)
  4. 4Step 4: Apply through the OKP application portal on the Nuffic website - NOT directly through the Dutch institution
  5. 5Step 5: Submit employer nomination letter, transcripts, CV, motivation letter, English language certificate
  6. 6Contact Nuffic Indonesia office or check: nuffic.nl/en/subjects/orange-knowledge-programme
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Netherlands

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