Turkiye Burslari Scholarship 2026 (Turkish Government Scholarship)

About This Scholarship

The Turkiye Burslari Scholarship is a highly competitive, government-funded program providing fully funded placements for international students to study in Turkey. It is unique because it not only provides financial support—including full tuition, a monthly stipend, free accommodation, health insurance, and return airfare—but also ensures university placement. Open to Pakistani students for Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD levels, it also includes a mandatory, fully-funded one-year Turkish language course to integrate scholars into the vibrant Turkish culture.

Scholarship Benefits & Coverage

• Direct university placement into one of 12 selected degree programs with zero separate admission fees
• 100% complete tuition fee waiver for the full duration of undergraduate, master's, or PhD studies
• Monthly living allowance of 4,500 TL (Undergraduate), 6,500 TL (Master's), or 9,000 TL (PhD)
• Free student accommodation in government-managed KYK dormitories or housing allowance for graduate scholars
• Comprehensive national health insurance coverage throughout the degree tenure
• Complimentary one-year Turkish Language preparatory course (TÖMER) for all recipients
• One-time round-trip economy class international airfare between Pakistan and Turkey

Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  Nationality: Citizens of all countries (including Pakistan).
• 2
  Age Limit (Undergraduate): Under 21 years.
• 3
  Age Limit (Master's): Under 30 years.
• 4
  Age Limit (PhD): Under 35 years.
• 5
  Academic Merit (Undergraduate): Minimum 70% marks (90% for Medicine/Dentistry/Pharmacy).
• 6
  Academic Merit (Graduate): Minimum 75% marks.
• 7
  Exclusion: Turkish citizens and students already enrolled in Turkish universities are ineligible.

How to Apply – Step by Step

1. 1

   Step 1: Create an account on the 'Türkiye Scholarships Information System' (TBBS).

2. 2

   Step 2: Upload documents (Transcripts, CNIC/Passport, Photo, etc.).

3. 3

   Step 3: Fill the 'Preferences' section. You can choose up to 12 universities/programs (System will only show universities matching your profile).

4. 4

   Step 4: Write a strong 'Letter of Intent' (Statement of Purpose) in the online form.

5. 5

   Step 5: Submit the application. (Shortlisted candidates are interviewed in Islamabad/Karachi/Lahore in April-May).

Required Documents

• Valid Passport or CNIC
• Recent Photograph
• Educational Documents (Transcripts & Degrees)
• International Exam Scores (GRE, GMAT, SAT) - Optional but recommended for top universities.
• Language Test Scores (TOEFL/IELTS) - Only if choosing English-taught programs.
• Reference Letters (Academic or Professional)
• Research Proposal (For PhD applicants)

Frequently Asked Questions