'Türkiye Bursları' scholarship for studying in Turkey

Applications are now open for the prestigious ‘Türkiye Bursları’, a fully funded scholarship programme financed by the Government of Turkey.

Turkiye-Burslari-Scholarships

This initiative aims to provide brilliant international students with the opportunity to pursue higher education at top-tier Turkish universities for the 2026-2027 academic session.

1. Programme Overview

FeatureDetails
Academic Session2026-2027
Application ModeOnline (Official Portal)
Application Deadline20 February 2026
Fields of Study1,000+ programmes including Engineering, Medicine, Economics, and IT
Eligible CountriesAll nationalities (excluding Turkish citizens)


2. Benefits & Monthly Stipend

This is a comprehensive, fully funded scholarship. The package includes:

  • Full Tuition Fee Waiver
  • Accommodation & Health Insurance
  • Round-trip Airfare
  • One-year Turkish Language Course

Monthly Stipend Rates:

  • Undergraduate: 800 Turkish Lira (TL) per month
  • Master’s: 1,100 Turkish Lira (TL) per month
  • PhD: 1,600 Turkish Lira (TL) per month
  • Research: 3,000 Turkish Lira (TL) per month

3. Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits

Applicants must meet the following academic performance and age requirements:

Programme LevelMinimum Academic ScoreAge Limit
Undergraduate70%Under 21 years
Master’s75%Under 30 years
PhD75%Under 35 years
Health Sciences (Medicine, etc.)90%
ResearchUnder 45 years


4. Required Documents (Checklist)

Ensure the following documents are scanned and ready for upload:

  1. Valid Passport or National ID.
  2. Recent Photograph: Must be clear and identifiable.
  3. Academic Certificates & Transcripts: Unofficial transcripts or screenshots are not accepted.
  4. International Exam Results: (e.g., GRE, GMAT, SAT) if required by the chosen university.
  5. Language Proficiency Proof: (e.g., TOEFL, DELF) if required by the programme.
  6. Research Proposal: Mandatory for PhD candidates.

5. Application Process (5 Key Steps)

  1. Account Creation: Register a personal account on the official application portal.
  2. Selection: List your preferred universities and academic programmes.
  3. Document Upload: Attach all academic records and certificates of extracurricular achievements.
  4. Letter of Intent: Write a letter explaining your future goals, expectations, and why you chose Turkey.
  5. Review & Submit: Carefully check all entries before final submission.

Note: Applicants are strongly advised to complete their submission well before the deadline. Incomplete applications or unclear documentation may lead to automatic disqualification.