FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ): BEASISWA TALENTA LESTARI 2026

General & Eligibility Requirements

 

Q: What is the Beasiswa Talenta Lestari (BTL) Program?

A: The Beasiswa Talenta Lestari (BTL) Program is a strategic funding initiative and social investment (CSR/ESG) collaborative project between the Yayasan Amanah Bangun Negeri (YABN) and PT Alamtri Resources Indonesia, in partnership with Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama (UNU) Yogyakarta.

This program fully funds tuition fees and capacity-building programs for 100 outstanding young talents over a period of 4 years (8 semesters).

Focused on achieving SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), this program merges academic excellence with tangible outcomes in the form of Sustainable Projects.

These projects are integrated with the 2026 Government Higher Education Key Performance Indicators (IKU) across the economic, educational, and health pillars, which also align with the focus of the Yayasan Amanah Bangun Negeri (YABN).

Q: Which study programs at UNU Yogyakarta are eligible to apply for this scholarship?

A: This scholarship is open to incoming UNU Yogyakarta students (Class of 2026) in the following study programs:

• Agribusiness
• Food Product Technology
• Accounting
• Management
• English Education
• Primary School Teacher Education (PGSD)
• Informatics Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Interdisciplinary Islamic Studies

The primary target of this program is high school/vocational school (SMA/SMK/MA/Equivalent) graduates across Indonesia who possess an exceptional academic or non-academic track record, show an initial interest or portfolio in sustainability aligned with the SDGs, and are committed to completing their studies at UNU Yogyakarta.

Q: What are the criteria to apply for the BTL scholarship?

A:

• General Criteria:
  • Indonesian Citizen (WNI).
  • Registered as an incoming UNU Yogyakarta student (Class of 2026) in an eligible study program.
  • Minimum average report card/diploma score of 7.5 (on a 10.0 scale) or 80 (on a 100 scale) for Mathematics and English.
  • Not currently receiving any other scholarship from other sources or institutions.
  • Capable of maintaining a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA/IP) of 3.00 every semester.
  • Willing to comply with all academic regulations of UNU Jogja, scholarship terms, and the provided capacity-building programs.

• Specific Criteria & Portfolio Tracks:
  • Sustainable Project Excellence Track: Attach a portfolio consisting of a descriptive essay, activity documentation, or a short video regarding a sustainability project or movement that you have initiated or participated in.
  • Talent Track: Dedicated to prospective students who are actively engaged in the community and possess outstanding non-academic talents. Mandatory criteria include AT LEAST ONE of the following:
    • Attach certificates proving academic achievements (Olympiads, scientific papers, etc.) or non-academic achievements (Sports, Debate, Religious/Musabaqah competitions, etc.) at least at the Regency/City level.
    • Attach a portfolio of specific talents in the fields of Arts, Culture, or Literacy (if applicable).
    • Attach a Letter of Recommendation/Certificate showing active organizational involvement (OSIS, IPNU/IPPNU, Scouts, or social communities) that demonstrates leadership capacity.
  • Special Pesantren Track: All of the above, plus the mandatory attachment of an Official Recommendation Letter from the Head of the Pondok Pesantren (Islamic Boarding School) detailing the applicant's academic track record and character.
  • Affirmation Track: Dedicated to ensuring educational inclusivity for talented prospective students facing structural or geographical limitations. Mandatory criteria include:
    • Target Criteria: Prospective students originating from 3T regions (Frontier, Outermost, and Remote), children of low-income industrial workers/laborers, and/or possessing an official Certificate of Low Income (SKTM) from the local village/Kelurahan office.
    • Grade Exception: A minimum average report card score of 7.0 (on a 10.0 scale) or 75 (on a 100 scale) for Mathematics and English.
    • Mandatory Document: A valid payslip or parent/guardian income statement.
    • Sustainability Commitment: Attach a motivation essay (200-300 words) outlining the development plan or social contribution you intend to implement to advance your hometown or community after graduation.

Q: What is meant by the "Upgrade New U" Motivation Essay?

A: This is a mandatory requirement for all BTL scholarship registration tracks.

The theme "Upgrade New U at UNU Yogyakarta" carries a dual meaning: "New U" symbolizes a personal transformation into the best version of yourself (New You), while simultaneously representing becoming a part of UNU Yogyakarta, which—though established just 9 years ago—stands as a hub for future studies and sustainability innovation.

Through this essay, the selection team expects an honest, structured, reflective, and action-oriented piece of writing. The essay aims to assess a growth mindset, responsiveness to sustainability issues, and the alignment of the student's aspirations with the academic pillars at UNU Jogja and future industry needs.

Mechanism & Timeline

 

Q: How do I apply for the BTL Scholarship?

A:

1. Online Registration: Applicants access the official scholarship partnership landing page on the UNU Yogyakarta website: https://admisi.unu-jogja.ac.id/jalur-seleksi
2. Form Filling: Complete personal data fields and upload mandatory documents (Report cards, Family Card/KK, etc.).
3. Upload Complementary Files: Upload achievement certificates, Sustainable Project portfolio documents, pesantren recommendation letters (specifically for the Pesantren track), and the personal essay themed "Upgrade New U".
4. Finalization: Review all inputted data and submit the application to receive a selection registration number.

Q: When is the application timeline open?

A:

• Registration Period: July 21 – August 12, 2026.
• Administrative Selection Announcement: August 14, 2026 (at the latest).
• Written Selection and Interview Process: August 18-19, 2026.
• Results Announcement: August 25, 2026.
• Scholarship Recipient Confirmation Deadline: August 28, 2026.

Q: What are the selection stages for the BTL Scholarship?

A: Screening is conducted through an elimination system consisting of the following stages:

• Stage I (Administrative & Portfolio Selection): Verification of academic document validity, authenticity of achievement certificates, and an initial assessment of the uniqueness of the submitted sustainability project portfolio.
• Stage II (Psychological Test): An online written test measuring the psychological aspects of the prospective scholarship recipients.
• Stage III (Interview): A face-to-face or virtual interview conducted by a panel of examiners consisting of UNU Jogja executives and/or management representatives from PT Alamtri Resources Indonesia and the Yayasan Amanah Bangun Negeri (YABN).

Mentorship Program & Graduation Regulations

Q: In addition to tuition coverage, what capacity-building programs will recipients receive?

A: A series of non-academic programs designed to upgrade student capacity will run concurrently with the academic calendar:

• First Year (Semesters 1-2): English Soft Skill Training
• Second Year (Semesters 3-4): Leadership Development Program
• Third Year (Semesters 5-6): Sustainability Project Incubation, in the form of social laboratories or industrial internships.
• Fourth Year (Semesters 7-8): Thesis Mentoring Program and Career Preparation

Q: Can this scholarship be revoked before completion?

A: Yes. Scholarship privileges will be revoked if a student is proven to have violated the law, committed severe plagiarism, or failed to maintain a GPA above 3.00 for two consecutive semesters without a valid medical reason or verifiable force majeure.

Q: What is the policy regarding the data of scholarship recipients?

A:

• Right to Information Access (Data Insights): All profile data, academic progress, and research/sustainability project outcomes of the scholarship recipients will be documented in a shared Talent Pool Database. PT Alamtri Resources Indonesia and the Yayasan Amanah Bangun Negeri (YABN) will gain full access to this data for future recruitment purposes.
• Publication & ESG Campaign Purposes: UNU Yogyakarta, PT Alamtri Resources Indonesia, and the Yayasan Amanah Bangun Negeri (YABN) reserve joint rights to utilize project documentation, essay excerpts, and scholarship recipient profiles as media release material, 360° digital campaign content, and for completing corporate annual Sustainability Reports, while strictly maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive personal data in compliance with applicable laws.

If you have any questions regarding requirements, technical difficulties during registration, or require more detailed information about the Talenta Lestari Scholarship Program, please contact our official contact center via the following link: https://admisi.unu-jogja.ac.id/

The UNU Yogyakarta Information Services Team is ready to help you prepare yourself to become a part of the professional sustainability innovators of the future!