Turkey Government Scholarships 2026 – 2027 (Türkiye Burslari) – Fully Funded

Job Description

Opportunity Description

The Turkey Government Scholarships 2026, also known as Türkiye Burslari, are fully funded scholarships offered annually by the Government of Turkey to outstanding international students, including Afghan applicants. Each year, around 5,000 scholarships are awarded to students from all over the world to pursue bachelor’s, master’s, Ph.D., and research programs at prestigious Turkish universities.

Türkiye Burslari is one of the most comprehensive scholarship programs globally, covering tuition fees, accommodation, monthly stipend, health insurance, flight tickets, and Turkish language training. The scholarship also manages university placement, making it an excellent opportunity for students seeking high-quality education in Turkey without financial burden.

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Scholarship Benefits

The Turkey Government Scholarships are fully funded and provide the following benefits:

• Full tuition fee coverage

• Free university and program placement

Monthly stipend:

• Bachelor’s: 1,700 TL

• Master’s: 2,400 TL

• Ph.D.: 1,800 TL

• Research (Full-time): 3,000 TL

• One-year free Turkish language course

• Free accommodation during language training

• Health insurance coverage

• One-round international flight ticket (to and from Turkey)

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to apply for Türkiye Burslari 2026:

General Requirements

• Must not be a Turkish citizen

• Must be graduates or expected to graduate before August 2026

• Must meet the required health conditions

• Must meet the language proficiency standards (if required by the program)

• Must be engaged in academic or research activities

Age Criteria

• Undergraduate: Under 21 years

• Master’s: Under 30 years

• Ph.D.: Under 35 years

• Research: Under 50 years

Minimum Academic Achievement

• Undergraduate programs: Minimum 70%

• Graduate programs: Minimum 75%

• Health Sciences (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy): Minimum 90%

Required Documents

Applicants must upload the following documents through the Türkiye Scholarships Application System (TBBS):

• Online application form

• Valid passport or national ID card

• Recent photograph (taken within the last year)

• National exam results (if applicable)

• Diploma or provisional graduation certificate

• Academic transcripts

• International exam results (TOEFL, DELF, GRE, GMAT, SAT, etc.) if required by the program

• Research proposal (for Ph.D. applicants only)

• Sample of previous research work (for Ph.D. applicants only)

Note: Applicants without a C1 Turkish Language Certificate must attend a one-year Turkish language course and obtain the certificate before starting their academic program.

Selection Process

The selection process for Türkiye Burslari 2026 involves several stages:

1. Preliminary Assessment

Applications are screened based on:

• Academic achievement

• Age limits

• Completeness of required documents

2. Expert Evaluation

The Expert Committee evaluates eligible candidates based on:

• Academic background

• Motivation and career goals

• Social and extracurricular activities

• Letter of intent

3. Tests (If Applicable)

Candidates applying to high-demand fields such as science, engineering, health sciences, and social sciences may be required to take a 30-question quantitative test covering:

• Mathematics

• Geometry

• Logic

4. Interview

Shortlisted candidates attend an interview (15–30 minutes) conducted by academics and experts. Topics include:

• Purpose of application

• Career goals

• Academic knowledge

• Questions from the applicant

5. Final Assessment

Based on interview results and overall evaluation, the final list of scholarship recipients is prepared.

How to Apply?

Eligible applicants must apply online through the Türkiye Scholarships Application System (TBBS).

Steps to apply:

1. Create an account on the TBBS platform

2. Complete the online application form

3. Enter personal, educational, and academic details

4. Upload required documents

5. Submit the application before the deadline

The Türkiye Burslari program handles university admission and registration for selected candidates.

Apply Now

For updated and more details about the Turkey Government Scholarships 2026, please visit the Türkiye Burslari website.

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