The Azerbaijan Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant 2026–2027 offers a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue higher education in Azerbaijan across undergraduate, master’s, medical, and doctoral levels. The programme is jointly administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Science and Education of Azerbaijan.
This scholarship is designed to strengthen international academic cooperation and provide students from eligible countries with access to quality education in Azerbaijan. With a total of 100 funded positions available, the programme supports students seeking to study in a rapidly developing academic and economic environment.
Details
The Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant is part of Azerbaijan’s broader initiative to promote educational exchange and international collaboration. The programme supports students enrolling in accredited Azerbaijani universities across a wide range of academic disciplines.
The scholarship covers programmes ranging from short-term preparatory language courses to full-degree studies, including bachelor’s, master’s, medical, and doctoral programmes. Preparatory courses are available for students who need to meet language requirements before beginning their degree studies.
The programme operates through a two-stage application process involving nomination by the applicant’s home country followed by centralized registration through Azerbaijan’s official admission system.
Benefits
The scholarship provides comprehensive financial support for the duration of the study programme.
Key benefits include:
• Full tuition fee coverage for the entire duration of the programme
• Annual round-trip international airfare between the student’s home country and Azerbaijan
• Monthly stipend of 800 AZN to cover living expenses
• Annual medical insurance coverage
• Visa support and assistance with residence permit arrangements
• Access to preparatory language training in Azerbaijani, English, Russian, or Turkish where required
The financial package is designed to cover the major costs associated with studying abroad, making the programme accessible to students from diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for the scholarship:
• Must be a citizen of an eligible country, including members of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), Small Island Developing States, or countries with cultural or historical ties to Azerbaijan
• Must meet the academic requirements for the chosen level of study
• Must have a minimum academic performance equivalent to at least 70% in previous studies
• Must meet language proficiency requirements for the chosen programme of study
• Must meet age requirements based on the level of study:
– Undergraduate and general medicine applicants must generally be under 35 years of age
– Master’s and medical residency applicants must generally be under 40 years of age
– Doctoral applicants must generally be under 45 years of age
Applicants from countries outside the specified eligibility groups are not eligible for this programme.
Required Documents
Applicants are typically required to prepare the following documents:
• Valid passport
• Academic transcripts and certificates
• Proof of language proficiency
• Completed nomination documents as required by the applicant’s home country authority
• Additional documents as requested by the scholarship programme or nominating body
All documents must be submitted according to the requirements of both the nominating authority and the centralized application system.
Application Process / How to Apply
The application process for the Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant involves two main stages.
In the first stage, applicants must apply for nomination through their home country’s relevant government authority, such as the Ministry of Education or an Azerbaijani embassy. Only candidates who receive official nomination will be eligible to proceed.
In the second stage, nominated candidates must complete an online application through the Study in Azerbaijan Centralized Admission Service. This step involves submitting all required documents and confirming programme choices.
Applications are then reviewed by the relevant authorities, and final selections are made based on academic merit, eligibility, and overall suitability for the programme.
Deadline
The nomination period for the Azerbaijan Heydar Aliyev Scholarship 2026–2027 runs from 15 March to 15 May 2026. Nominated candidates must complete their online application between 1 June and 15 June 2026. Final results are typically announced by the end of July 2026.
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