Azerbaijan Government Scholarships 2025-26 (Fully Funded)

About

The Azerbaijan Government Scholarships 2025-26 offer a fully funded opportunity for international students from 152 countries to study in Azerbaijan. Provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Azerbaijan, this scholarship supports students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD degrees, and General Medicine/Residency programs at 20 participating universities. Approved by the President of Azerbaijan, the program aims to attract talented students from OIC (Organization of Islamic Cooperation) and NAM (Non-Aligned Movement) member countries, aligning with Azerbaijan’s goal to promote global education and collaboration. It’s a great chance for students to access quality education, explore diverse academic fields, and experience Azerbaijan’s unique culture, with all expenses covered for the 2025-2026 academic year.

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Scholarship Details

• Host Country: Azerbaijan
• Offered by: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Azerbaijan
• Degree Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, General Medicine/Residency Programs
• Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
• Eligible Nationalities: International students from 152 countries (OIC and NAM member countries)

Financial Benefits

The scholarship covers all major expenses to support students during their studies:

• Full tuition fees for the entire program.
• Economy class international flight once a year (round trip).
• Monthly stipend of 800 AZN (about 470 USD) to cover meals, accommodation, and utilities.
• Medical insurance worth 200 AZN (about 117 USD).
• Visa and registration costs in Azerbaijan.

Study Programs

The scholarship supports a wide range of academic fields at 20 participating universities in Azerbaijan, including:

• Sciences (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics)
• Engineering
• Medicine and health sciences (including General Medicine/Residency programs)
• Economics and business
• Humanities and social sciences
• Agriculture
• Technology and IT
• Participating Universities:
  • ADA University
  • Azerbaijan Medical University
  • Azerbaijan State Agricultural University
  • Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University
  • Azerbaijan State University of Economics
  • Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction
  • Baku Engineering University
  • Baku Higher Oil School
  • Baku State University
  • Karabakh University
  • Nakhchivan State University
  • National Aviation Academy Students can choose programs that match their academic and career goals.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements to qualify for the scholarship:

• Open to international students from 152 OIC and NAM member countries (list available on the official website).
• Citizens of Azerbaijan or those whose Azerbaijani citizenship has been terminated are not eligible.
• Age Limits:
  • Undergraduate and General Medicine programs: Must be younger than 35 years.
  • Master’s and Residency programs: Must be younger than 40 years.
  • PhD programs: Must be younger than 45 years.
• Additional Criteria (Based on Similar Programs):
  • For undergraduate programs: Must have completed high school with good grades (equivalent to IELTS 5 or TOEFL 40 if the program is in English).
  • For Master’s programs: Must have a Bachelor’s degree.
  • For PhD programs: Must have a Master’s degree.
  • Proof of English proficiency (not mandatory but recommended for programs in English: IELTS 5 for undergraduate, IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 50 for other programs).

Application Deadline

The deadline to apply for the Azerbaijan Government Scholarships 2025-26 is May 20, 2025.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply for the scholarship:

• Applicants must be officially nominated by their country’s Ministries or Azerbaijan Embassies. Direct applications are not accepted.
• Submit the following documents to the relevant Embassy in your country by May 20, 2025, at 6 PM Baku time:
  • Completed nomination form (for the first stage).
  • Diplomas or transcripts from prior high school or university studies.
  • Copy of your passport.
  • Document on general health status (including HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B, and C tests).
  • CV or resume.
  • Motivation letter explaining your goals.
  • Proof of English proficiency (if applicable: IELTS 5, TOEFL 40 for undergraduate; IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 50 for other programs).
• If nominated, proceed to the second stage by applying through the Study in Azerbaijan Centralized Admission Service (SIACAS) website (portal.edu.az) from June 16 to July 1, 2025.
• Log in to the SIACAS website, select the “Heydar Aliyev – International Education Grant” program, and choose up to two degree programs at different universities in Azerbaijan.
• Track your application status and receive notifications through the SIACAS portal.
• If you face technical issues with the website, email siacas.support@tsii.edu.az with a description and screenshots.
• Results will be announced by the end of July 2025 after document review and online interviews (via Skype or similar platforms).

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