Applications are now open for the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Scholarship 2025/26. This is a fully funded scholarship and one of the largest programs available for students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, and Postdoctoral studies at IsDB partner universities. The scholarship covers tuition fees, accommodation, return airfare, monthly stipends, books/clothing allowance, and medical expenses. Importantly, IsDB does not charge any application fees at any stage.
The IsDB Scholarship is open to citizens of IsDB member countries and Muslim communities residing in non-member countries. Below, we’ll dive into the types of IsDB scholarships, financial benefits, eligibility criteria, and the application process.
Details About Islamic Development Bank IsDB Scholarship 2025/26
- Host Countries: IsDB Partner Countries
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 5th April 2025
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Financial Benefits of IsDB scholarship Program
The IsDB Scholarship Program covers:
- Tuition fees
- Monthly living stipend
- Books and study materials
- Health insurance
- Travel expenses
- Research or participation costs
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Types of Scholarships
The IsDB offers the following scholarship programs:
Merit Scholarship Program (MSP)
The merit scholarship program is for PhD and Post-Doctoral Research at top universities worldwide. It is open to the citizens of IsDB member countries.
Eligibility Criteria for Merit scholarship Program
- Up to 35 years for Ph.D. study; up to 40 years for post-doctoral research.
- M.Sc. for Ph.D. study; Ph.D. for post-doctoral research in an approved field.
- Above average (“Very Good”) academic achievement.
- Good command of the language of the institution of study.
- Minimum 2 years of work/research experience for Ph.D.; 5 years for post-doctoral research.
- Record of publications/research in the same field.
- Research proposal in an approved field, endorsed by the nominating institution.
- No post-doctoral experience outside the home country in the past two years.
- Not an IsDB staff member or close relative of IsDB staff.
- Scholarship cannot duplicate other financial support.
- Admission to an institution does not guarantee a scholarship.
Scholarship for IsDB Member Countries: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Benin, Brunei Darussalam, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Chad, Comoros, Cote d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Suriname, Syria, Tajikistan, Togo, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Yemen.
Location of Placement: Any top university globally.
Read more about IsDB Merit Scholarship Program
Master of Science Scholarship Program (M.Sc.)
For Master’s degrees at universities ranked within the top 1000 by Times Higher Education. It is open to citizens of IsDB least developed member countries.
Eligibility Criteria for M.Sc Scholarship
- Citizen of one of the 20 Least Developed member countries.
- Maximum age of 30 years at the application closing date.
- B.Sc. or equivalent degree in science and technology.
- Above-average academic standing.
- Nominated by a scientific, academic, or research institution.
- Good command of the language of study and ability to conduct scientific work in it.
- Provisional or full admission from listed universities is desirable.
- Not an IsDB staff member or a close relative of IsDB staff.
- Scholarship cannot duplicate other financial support.
- Admission does not guarantee a scholarship
List of 20 Least Developed Member Countries: Afghanistan, Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, Comoros, Djibouti, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Maldives, Mauritania, Mozambique, Niger, Palestine, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Togo, Uganda, Yemen.
Location of Placement: Top 1000 universities in IsDB member countries.
Read more about IsDB Master of Science Scholarship
Scholarship Program for Muslim Communities in Non-Member Countries (SPMC)
SPMC scholarship is to support undergraduate studies in fields like medicine, engineering, technology, and agriculture.The scholarship program is open to Muslim communities in non-member countries.
Eligibility Criteria for SPMC
- Academically meritorious but financially needy Muslim students.
- Maximum age of 24 years.
- In need of financial assistance to continue studies.
- Not an IsDB staff member or a close relative of IsDB staff.
- Completed senior secondary education (12 years) with good grades in major science subjects.
- Provided evidence of language proficiency in the university’s medium of instruction.
- Certified English or French translation of documents if originally in another language.
Eligible Countries: Australia, Cambodia, Croatia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Ghana, India, Kenya, Liberia, Macedonia, Madagascar, Mauritius, Myanmar, Namibia, Nepal, Netherlands, Republic of Congo, Russian Federation, Rwanda, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Thailand, The Philippines, Trinidad-Tobago, Vietnam, and Zambia.
Location of Placement: Student’s own country.
Read more about IsDB SPMC Scholarship Program
IsDB-ISFD Scholarship Program for Least Developed Member Countries (LDMCs)
The scholarship targets students from 21 Least Developed IsDB Member Countries (LDMCs).The program Fund Bachelor’s degrees or technical diplomas in medicine, engineering, agriculture, and related fields.
Eligibility Criteria for LDMCs
- Academically meritorious but financially needy Muslim students.
- Maximum age of 24 years.
- In need of financial assistance to continue studies.
- Not an IsDB staff member or a close relative of IsDB staff.
- Completed senior secondary education (12 years) with good grades in major science subjects.
- Provided evidence of language proficiency in the university’s medium of instruction.
- Certified English or French translation of documents if originally in another language.
- Medically fit and willing to undergo a medical examination after selection.
- Admission in a relevant discipline at a recognized institution in the home country is desirable.
- Not residing in a country other than the home country.
- Not a current beneficiary of another IsDB scholarship.
- Scholarship cannot duplicate other financial support.
- Admission does not guarantee a scholarship.
List of 21 LDMCs: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, Comoros, Djibouti, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Mauritania, Mozambique, Niger, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Togo, Uganda, Yemen.
Location of Placement: Universities in member countries with IsDB agreements (e.g., Malaysia, Morocco, Türkiye).
Read more about IsDB LDMCs Scholarship Program
Overall General Eligibility Criteria
- Open to citizens of IsDB member countries and Muslim communities in non-member countries.
- Applicants can apply for Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, and Post-Doctoral programs.
- No application fee is required.
How to Apply for the IsDB Scholarship 2025/26?
To apply, visit the Online IsDB Scholarship Portal. The Islamic Development Bank does not charge any fees during the application process.
For more details, visit the official website:
IsDB Scholarship Official Website
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