TURKIYE SCHOLARSHIPS (TURKIYE BURSLARI) AND THE ISLAMIC DEVELOPMENT BANK (ISDB)
Turkiye Scholarships - IsDB Joint Scholarship Programme
full · bachelors, masters, phd
- Full funding (BS/MS/PhD)Funding type
- Monthly stipend ~ TRY 3,500+ (est.)Living allowance
- 1-year Turkish language courseLanguage preparation
- Round-trip flight includedTravel
- IsDB member states + Muslim communitiesEligibility reach
- Under 21 / 30 / 35 age limitsAge caps by level
At a glance
full
Funding
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Max amount
Feb 20, 2027
Deadline
IsDB member countries (e.g. Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, others)
Country
Turkiye Scholarships (Turkiye Burslari) and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)
Provider
The Turkiye Scholarships - IsDB Joint Scholarship Programme is a collaboration between Turkiye Scholarships (Turkiye Burslari), the government-funded scholarship of the Republic of Turkey, and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB). It funds full Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD study at Turkish universities for students from IsDB member states and Muslim communities in non-member countries, with the explicit aim of supporting the development of those home countries. The package is comprehensive: it covers tuition fees, accommodation, a monthly stipend, health insurance, a one-year Turkish language course before the degree, and one round-trip flight ticket. Eligibility is tied to nationality and age, with typical limits of under 21 for undergraduate, under 30 for master's, and under 35 for PhD applicants. Applications are submitted through the official Turkiye Scholarships portal, where candidates create an account, complete one form, and select the IsDB joint-scholarship option by answering 'yes' to the joint-programme question. The 2024 cycle ran from 10 January to 20 February, and the equivalent 2027 window is expected to fall in the same range. Because the stipend amount, the exact dates, and the list of eligible countries change each year, confirm the current 2026/2027 figures and deadlines on the official Turkiye Scholarships page before applying.
What's covered
- Tuition fees — Full tuition at the assigned Turkish university is paid for the whole programme; out-of-pocket tuition for the student is about EUR 0 (est.).
- Monthly stipend — A monthly living allowance is paid, scaled by degree level and estimated at around TRY 3,500 (est.) or more per month for undergraduates, higher for postgraduates.
- Accommodation — State dormitory accommodation is provided or supported, removing a housing cost of roughly EUR 150-300 (est.) per month.
- Health insurance — Health insurance is included for the full study period at no cost to the student.
- Turkish language course — A one-year Turkish language course (TOMER) is funded before degree study begins; a comparable course is worth about EUR 1,500 (est.).
- Travel — One round-trip international flight ticket between the home country and Turkey is covered once during the programme.
How to apply
Applications are made entirely online through the official Turkiye Scholarships portal during the published window, selecting the IsDB joint-scholarship option.
- Visit the official portal — Go to the Turkiye Scholarships application portal at the start of your application journey.
- Create an account — Register as a new user on the application platform to begin a single application.
- Complete the application form — Fill in all personal, academic, and professional details accurately in the one online form.
- Select the joint scholarship — When asked about applying for joint scholarship programmes, answer 'yes' to the IsDB-Turkiye option.
- Upload documents and submit — Attach academic records, ID, language certificates, and other required files, then review and submit within the window.
Eligibility
NationalityCitizens of IsDB member countries, or members of Muslim communities in non-member countries.
Academic achievementA strong academic background evidenced by previous records, appropriate to the degree level.
Age limitsGenerally under 21 for undergraduate, under 30 for master's, and under 35 for PhD applicants.
LanguageWillingness to take a one-year Turkish course; English-taught programmes may need a certificate such as TOEFL.
Applicants must also provide medical fitness certification. The full, binding list of eligible countries is published on the official Turkiye Scholarships portal each cycle.
Eligible countries
IsDB member countries (e.g. Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, others), Muslim communities in non-member countries
Deadlines
2026/2027 cycle~20 February 2027 (est.)
Selection
Candidates are evaluated on academic merit using their previous records, with eligibility filtered by nationality (IsDB member states or Muslim communities) and the age limits for each degree level. Strong applicants are typically shortlisted for an interview before final awards are confirmed jointly by Turkiye Scholarships and the Islamic Development Bank.
Verified sources
- Turkiye Scholarships (Turkiye Burslari)turkiyeburslari.gov.trofficial
- Turkiye Scholarships Application Portaltbbs.turkiyeburslari.gov.trofficial
About the provider
Turkiye Scholarships (Turkiye Burslari) is a government-funded programme of the Republic of Turkey that supports international students at Turkish universities. The IsDB joint track adds funding and reach from the Islamic Development Bank, a multilateral institution founded in 1975 that supports development across its member states.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What is the Turkiye Scholarships - IsDB Joint Scholarship?
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It is a joint programme of Turkiye Scholarships (Turkiye Burslari) and the Islamic Development Bank that fully funds study at Turkish universities for students from IsDB member states and Muslim communities.
Which degree levels are funded?
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Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programmes are all funded under the joint scholarship.
Who is eligible to apply?
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Citizens of IsDB member countries, or members of Muslim communities in non-member countries, who meet the academic and age conditions.
What are the age limits?
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Generally under 21 for undergraduate, under 30 for master's, and under 35 for PhD applicants.
What does the scholarship cover?
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Full tuition, accommodation, a monthly stipend, health insurance, a one-year Turkish language course, and one round-trip flight ticket.
How much is the monthly stipend?
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It is scaled by level and set each year, estimated at around TRY 3,500 (est.) or more per month for undergraduates and higher for postgraduates; confirm the current figure officially.
Do I have to learn Turkish?
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Most programmes are in Turkish, so you take a funded one-year Turkish language course; English-taught programmes may require a certificate such as TOEFL.
Is travel covered?
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Yes. One round-trip international flight ticket between your home country and Turkey is included once during the programme.
How do I apply?
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Through the official Turkiye Scholarships portal: create an account, complete one form, and select 'yes' for the IsDB joint scholarship option.
When is the application window?
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The 2024 cycle ran 10 January to 20 February; the 2027 window is expected in the same range (about 20 February 2027, est.).
Do I need a medical certificate?
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Yes. Applicants must provide certification of medical fitness as part of the application.
Where do I confirm the official details?
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On the official Turkiye Scholarships portal, which publishes the eligible countries, benefits, and binding deadlines each cycle.