Azerbaijan Government Scholarship 2026 | Fully Funded Study in Azerbaijan
The Azerbaijan Government Scholarship, officially known as the Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program, is a fully funded scholarship offered by the Government of Azerbaijan. This prestigious program supports international students who wish to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, General Medicine, or Medical Residency programs at leading Azerbaijani universities.
The scholarship is jointly administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Science and Education of Azerbaijan, and aims to strengthen international cooperation, cultural exchange, and academic mobility.
About the Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program
The grant program is dedicated to the legacy of Heydar Aliyev, the National Leader of Azerbaijan, and is designed to promote global education by offering foreign students the opportunity to study in Azerbaijan’s higher education institutions.
Grant duration: Offered annually for 5 years, starting from the 2027-2028 academic year
Number of awards: 100 fully funded grants per year
Degree Level
Eligible Study Levels
The Azerbaijan Government Scholarship supports the following programs:
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree
Doctoral (PhD) Degree
General Medicine
Medical Residency
Available Subjects
- All subjects
Benefits
The Azerbaijan Government Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support, including:
Full tuition fees
International economy-class flights (to and from Azerbaijan annually)
Monthly stipend of 800 AZN (approx. USD 470) for living expenses
Medical insurance (200 AZN per year)
Visa and registration costs
Language preparatory courses, where applicable
This makes the program one of the most generous government-funded scholarships in Eurasia.
Eligible Nationalities
Applicants must be citizens of one of the following:
Member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)
Member states of the Non-Aligned Movement
Small Island Developing States
Countries with cultural, ethnic, or historical ties to Azerbaijan
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Azerbaijan Government Scholarship, applicants must:
Be a citizen of an eligible country
Meet the age requirements:
Undergraduate & General Medicine: under 35
Master’s & Residency: under 40
PhD: under 45
Have proficiency in English, Turkish, Russian, or Azerbaijani
Meet minimum language requirements:
Undergraduate: IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 40
Postgraduate: IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 50
Be officially nominated by a government authority (ministries or embassies)
Application Procedure
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following through official channels:
Completed application form
Academic diplomas and transcripts
Valid passport copy
Medical certificate (including HIV/AIDS & Hepatitis B/C tests)
CV or Resume
Motivation letter
Language proficiency certificate (if applicable)
Note: Direct individual applications are not accepted.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Complete the official application form
Prepare all required documents
Submit documents to your country’s Ministry, Embassy, or authorized authority
The documents are forwarded to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan
Final selection and placement at Azerbaijani universities
Why Study in Azerbaijan?
Affordable living costs
Internationally recognized degrees
Strategic location between Europe and Asia
Growing number of English-taught programs
Rich culture and modern infrastructure
Official Website
For detailed guidelines and updates, visit the official Azerbaijan Government Scholarship website.
