The first thing you need to do is download the official GKS application guidelines. These are available as a PDF and include all the key details.

This one document will explain the full eligibility criteria, the required documents, the timeline, and even give you access to the official application forms.

It also includes a list of all the participating Korean universities and the majors they offer under this scholarship.

There are two choices to either choose University Track or Embassy Track for scholarship applications. You can choose up to three universities under the embassy track, the chosen major should be consistent across the universities you list.

On the other hand, if you decide to apply through the university track, you can apply to only one university. You cannot apply through both tracks in the same year.

So once you choose your preferred track, you also decide how many universities you will be applying to. This step is critical, so take your time to research properly.

From the provided list, you’ll need to select Korean universities that offer your preferred major.

From the official list provided by the GKS website, you need to select a university that offers your preferred major.

The program covers a wide range of departments across multiple fields, but it is especially well-suited for students from engineering, IT, and technical backgrounds due to Korea’s strong R&D focus.

Once you’ve selected your track and your preferred universities, the next step is to prepare all the required documents.

This is where the actual application work begins. Download the application checklist from the official guidelines and use it to make sure you gather everything that is needed.

Each document must match the format and requirement laid out by GKS. These include personal identification documents, academic transcripts, proof of citizenship for both you and your parents, recommendation letters, and more depending on your academic level.

Make sure to organise and arrange the documents in the correct order, especially if you're applying through the embassy track where multiple copies are required.

Once your documents are complete and properly arranged, you’ll submit them either to the Korean Embassy in your home country or to the Korean university you’re applying to, depending on your chosen track.

Embassy track applicants send their full set of documents to the Korean Embassy. University track applicants send their application directly to the admissions office of the selected Korean university.

Be sure to track deadlines carefully for each route, as they are different and very strict.

After submission, the evaluation phase begins. If you applied through the embassy track, the Korean Embassy in your country will screen your documents and conduct interviews with shortlisted candidates.

If you applied through the university track, the university will assess your documents and directly recommend selected candidates to NIIED, which is the Korean government body managing the GKS program.

At this stage, shortlisted names are forwarded for final consideration.

Next comes the official review by Selection Committee. They go through the recommendations made by either the embassy or the university and make the final decisions.

This is where your application enters the final selection phase. Around this time, you’ll also need to submit your medical assessment form, which is an essential part of the final review process.

Once the NIIED completes the evaluation, the final results are announced. If your name appears on this list.

From this point, you’ll receive further instructions on visa processing, university enrolment, and travel arrangements.