Azerbaijan Government Scholarship 2027 – Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant

Government of Azerbaijan

Scholarships
Azerbaijan
October 14, 2026

The Azerbaijan Government Scholarship is a fully funded study program for international students. It helps selected students study for bachelor’s, master’s, PhD, and medical degrees in Azerbaijan. The program offers 100 scholarships each year and covers tuition fees, travel, and living costs.

Quick Details

Details	Information
Host Country	Azerbaijan
Scholarship Name	Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant
Scholarship Provider	Government of Azerbaijan
Study Level	Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, Medicine, Medical Residency
Eligible Applicants	Citizens of selected countries
Funding	Fully Funded
Number of Scholarships	100 per year
Academic Year	2027–2028 (not yet confirmed)
Application Deadline	Not yet announced for 2027
Application Method	Government nomination, followed by online application

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Scholarship Benefits

Based on the official 2026–2027 rules, selected students receive:

Tuition Fees: Full tuition fees are covered during the study program.
Language Courses: Required language preparation courses are covered.
Monthly Allowance: 800 AZN (about $470) per month for 10 months yearly.
Flight Tickets: Economy-class travel to and from Azerbaijan once each year.
Medical Support: 200 AZN (about $117) per year for medical costs.
Visa: A single-entry visa is provided.
Residence Permit: Students receive support for their legal stay in Azerbaijan.

The benefits for 2027–2028 must be confirmed when the new official rules are published.

Who Can Apply?

The following requirements are based on the 2026–2027 application rules.

Nationality: Citizens of eligible countries can apply.
Bachelor’s Age: Applicants must be under 35 years old.
Master’s Age: Applicants must be under 40 years old.
PhD Age: Applicants must be under 45 years old.
Academic Grades: Students need at least 70% in their previous studies.
Education: Applicants must have the required degree for their chosen program.
Study Type: The scholarship supports full-time study.
Azerbaijani Citizens: Current and former Azerbaijani citizens cannot apply.

The age limits were measured on September 15, 2026, for the previous cycle. The date for 2027 has not been confirmed.

Available Fields of Study

Students can choose from programs offered by participating universities.

Bachelor’s Programs: Usually take 4–5 years.
General Medicine: Usually takes 5–6 years.
Master’s Programs: Usually take 1.5–2 years.
Medical Residency: Usually takes 2–5 years.
PhD Programs: Usually take 3 years.
Language Preparation: Courses can take 6–12 months.

The exact list of available subjects for 2027 has not yet been confirmed.

Language Requirements

The previous official rules included these language requirements:

Bachelor’s in English: Minimum IELTS 5.0 or TOEFL 40.
Postgraduate in English: Minimum IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 50.
Previous English Study: The rules also mention English as a previous study language.
Russian Programs: Proof of Russian skills or previous study in Russian.
Turkish Programs: Proof of Turkish skills or previous study in Turkish.
Azerbaijani Programs: Proof of English, Russian, or Turkish language skills, or previous study in one of these languages.
University Assessment: Universities may also check students’ language skills.

The official 2027 rules must confirm whether these requirements remain the same.

Required Documents

According to the 2026–2027 guidelines, applicants need:

Nomination Form: Complete the official first-stage form.
Academic Certificates: Provide diplomas from previous studies.
Academic Transcripts: Show grades from previous schools or universities.
Passport: Provide a clear copy of a valid passport.
CV or Resume: Give details about education and experience.
Motivation Letter: Explain why you want to study in Azerbaijan.
Language Proof: Provide the required language documents.
Medical Certificate: Include HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B/C test results.
Awards: Add local or international awards if available.
Document Format: Prepare clear PDF files.
Translations: Provide the required notarized documents and translations.

The medical certificate must be no more than three months old when submitted.

How to Apply for Azerbaijan Government Scholarship 2027

The previous application process had two stages.

Step 1 – Check Eligibility: Make sure your country and study level qualify.
Step 2 – Prepare Documents: Collect all required academic and personal documents.
Step 3 – Apply for Nomination: Send your application to the responsible authority in your country.
Step 4 – Wait for Selection: Your country’s authorities review and nominate applicants.
Step 5 – Apply Online: Nominated students use the SIACAS portal.
Step 6 – Choose Programs: Select up to three study options at Azerbaijani universities.
Step 7 – Check Results: Follow your application status through the portal.

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