TDRA BETHA ICT Scholarship 2026, UAE
The TDRA BETHA Program 2026 is a prestigious scholarship initiative by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) ICT Fund in the UAE. The program aims to enhance the national education sector by supporting academically distinguished Emirati students in ICT-related disciplines. By fostering highly skilled professionals in fields such as computer engineering, electronic engineering, computer science, and information technology, the BETHA program addresses the growing demand for qualified national human resources in the UAE’s ICT sector.
Degree Level
The BETHA Program provides scholarships for:
- Bachelor’s Degree (Undergraduate)
- Master’s Degree (Postgraduate)
Eligible students can pursue their studies at prestigious universities that offer specialized ICT programs.
Available Subjects
The scholarship focuses on ICT-related fields, including:
- Computer Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Telecommunications
Other ICT-specialized disciplines
Benefits
- Full tuition coverage for Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in ICT
- Monthly stipend/allowance for eligible students (Bachelor only if unemployed)
- Investment in highly prestigious universities with specialized ICT programs
- Enhanced professional development in ICT sector
- Opportunity to contribute to UAE’s digital and telecommunications growth
Eligible Nationalities
Applicants must be UAE citizens
Proof of nationality is required via the Civil Registry or Family Book
Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor’s Degree Applicants
- UAE citizenship and civil registry proof
- Minimum 75% in secondary school certificate or equivalent
- Apply for ICT-related specializations
- Graduated within the last three years
- Not employed
- No previous scholarships or financial assistance from other entities
- Male applicants must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the National Service Authority or proof of completion
- English proficiency:
- IELTS ≥ 6
- EmSAT ≥ 1430
- TOEFL ≥ 510
- SAT ≥ 480
Master’s Degree Applicants
- UAE citizenship with Family Book proof
- Apply for ICT-related specializations
- Minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0 in the bachelor’s degree
- No other scholarships or financial assistance
- Male applicants: NOC or completion letter required
- Employed students are eligible, but monthly allowance is not provided
- Bachelor: CGPA ≥ 2.8, 12+ credit hours, major courses B or above
- Master: CGPA ≥ 3.0, 9+ credit hours
Students not selected may reapply after one semester with minimum GPA requirements
Application Procedure
Prepare Required Documents:
- Full university acceptance/admission letter (conditional approvals not accepted)
- Certified high school certificate (for undergraduates) or bachelor’s transcript (for postgraduates)
- Family Book (all pages)
- Official IBAN letter under student’s name
- NOC for male applicants (if applicable)
Submit Application:
- Apply via the TDRA ICT Fund portal once registration opens
- Registration for Fall 2025 is closed; Spring 2026 dates will be announced later
Evaluation Criteria:
- Secondary school scores (for new students)
- University placement tests
- English proficiency tests
- STEM performance (Math, Physics, Chemistry)
- GPA and major course grades for ongoing students
Selection Notification:
- Shortlisted students are contacted for approval
- Scholarship awarded after verification of documents and eligibility
