Ilia State University Government of the Czech Republic Scholarships 2026 (Fully Funded)
The Government of the Czech Republic is offering fully funded scholarship opportunities to citizens of Georgia. The announcement was shared by Ilia State University as part of its international exchange and scholarship programs.
This prestigious program supports short-term and medium-term study, research, and academic visits at public higher education institutions in the Czech Republic. The scholarship is open to students, graduates, lecturers, and researchers across all academic disciplines.
The Czech Government Scholarships aim to strengthen academic cooperation between Georgia and the Czech Republic by providing financial support for:
Short-term study programs
Research stays
Academic visits
Medium-term academic mobility
Host institutions include public universities and higher education institutions across the Czech Republic.
Degree Level
The scholarship is not limited to a specific degree level. It supports:
Undergraduate students (with active status)
Master’s students
Doctoral candidates
University graduates
Academic staff and researchers
Applicants must be affiliated with a higher education institution in Georgia.
Available Subjects
Applications are accepted in all academic fields and research areas, making this a flexible opportunity for candidates from diverse academic backgrounds.
Benefits
The program provides funding for academic mobility at Czech public universities. Financial support generally covers study or research-related expenses during the approved period. Specific coverage details are outlined in the official scholarship documentation.
Eligible Nationalities
Citizens of Georgia
Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements set by the Czech scholarship program and the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must belong to one of the following categories:
Students with active status at Georgian higher education institutions
Graduates
University lecturers
Researchers
Candidates must prepare and submit all required documentation according to the scholarship guidelines.
Application Procedure
Application Deadline
26 February (17:00)
Late applications will not be considered.
Application Process
The application process consists of two stages:
Stage 1: Submission to the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia
Prepare the required documents according to the scholarship guidelines.
Submit the complete application via email to: studyabroad@mes.gov.ge
Ensure submission before 26 February at 17:00.
Stage 2: Nomination and Online Application
The Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia will nominate selected applicants to the Czech side by 13 March.
Nominated candidates must then apply through the electronic application system of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Czech Republic between 15–31 March.
Final selection is made by the Czech authorities.
Selection Process
Applications are reviewed based on:
Academic performance
Research background
Professional achievements
Completeness and quality of submitted documents
Only nominated candidates will proceed to the final online application stage.
Why Apply for the Czech Government Scholarship?
The Czech Republic is home to internationally recognized universities and research institutions. This scholarship offers Georgian students and academics an opportunity to gain international experience, expand research collaboration, and strengthen academic networks in Europe.
