Minimum TOEFL, PTE and IELTS scores for LPDP scholarship 2026

The last thing you want – is to be rejected for the LPDP scholarship because you did not meet the minimum TOEFL, PTE or IELTS scores.

One of the most prestigious and generous scholarships for Indonesians, the LPDP (Education Fund Management Institute) scholarship funds expenses such as:

• Tuition fees for postgraduate study 

• Living expenses

• Visa assistance and transportation costs for studying abroad

• Health, family and emergency support where needed

To be awarded the scholarship, there are several requirements that you need to fulfill. Besides having a high-enough Grade Point Average (GPA), you must also meet the English proficiency score requirements.

Every LPDP scholarship program in 2026 has its own minimum English proficiency score. To make it easier, we have summarised them in this article, covering some of the major test systems IELTS, TOEFL and PTE.

English language scores required for LPDP

When applying for the LPDP scholarship, you will be asked to submit an English proficiency certificate issued no later than two years prior to the scholarship application year. Eligible tests include IELTS (International English Language Testing System), which is co-owned by IDP, British Council and Cambridge English, TOEFL by ETS (Educational Testing Service), PTE (Pearson Test of English).

The following tables are the minimum TOEFL, PTE and IELTS score requirements for each LPDP scholarship program, accurate according to the 2026 registration guide.

1. STEM for strategic industries

2. SHARE: Social Sciences, Humanities, Arts, Religion, and Economics

3. Special Cooperation Programs

Penghargaan dan Peningkatan Prestasi Keolahragaan

Pendidikan Kader Ulama/Ulama Perempuan

Talenta Riset dan Inovasi Nasional

Dokter Spesialis/Subspesialis

Get help to pass the IELTS test for LPDP

Now that you know the minimum TOEFL, PTE and IELTS scores required for the LPDP scholarship in 2026, it’s time to achieve it.

First, decide on which English proficiency test to take. If you decide to take IELTS—recognised by over 12,500 institutions, employers and immigration authorities worldwide—you might consider booking your test through IDP, a co-owner of IELTS

You’ll find free resources and preparation materials by IDP, including articles, webinars, videos from IELTS experts and practice questions to help you pass the IELTS test.

Once you’re ready, register for the IELTS test to boost your 2026 LPDP scholarship application and get closer to your dream destination!