The Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program 2025-2026 is a prestigious fully funded scholarship offered by the Government of Azerbaijan. This grant supports international students pursuing higher education in Azerbaijan’s leading universities. It aims to foster international cooperation, cultural exchange, and academic excellence.
This scholarship is open to talented students worldwide who wish to study at bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral levels. The program provides financial support, including tuition fees, accommodation, and a monthly stipend, making it an excellent opportunity for students seeking an international academic experience.
Benefits of the Heydar Aliyev Scholarship
The Heydar Aliyev Education Grant covers a wide range of expenses, ensuring a smooth academic journey for selected students. The benefits include:
- Â Full tuition fee coverage for the entire program duration.
- Â Monthly stipend to cover living expenses.
- Free accommodation at the university or an equivalent housing facility.
- Â Medical insurance for the scholarship duration.
- Â One-time travel allowance for international students.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Heydar Aliyev Scholarship 2025-2026, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be an international student (non-Azerbaijani citizen).
- Hold a relevant academic degree (Bachelor’s for Master’s programs, Master’s for PhD programs).
- Must meet the language proficiency requirements set by the university.
- Have an outstanding academic record and demonstrate leadership potential.
- Be in good health and provide a medical certificate.
- Must submit a personal statement outlining their academic and career goals.
Documents Required
Applicants need to prepare the following documents for the Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant application:
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts (translated into English if necessary)
- Passport copy (valid for the duration of the study)
- Language proficiency certificate (IELTS/TOEFL, if applicable)
- Medical certificate confirming fitness for studies
- Motivation letter detailing study and career objectives
- Two recommendation letters from professors or employers
How to Apply for Heydar Aliyev scholarship
Applicants will apply through the Embassy or any official entity in partnership with the Azerbaijan government for this scholarship. You will find a link to the partner entity of your country through the official link given at the end.
Hence, officially nominated by their respective state entities or government authorities (such as Ministries or Embassies), applicants must submit the required documents to the relevant authorities as part of the first stage of the application process. The deadline for submission is May 15, 2025, at 6 PM (Baku time).
If nominated, candidates will proceed to the second stage and apply through the Study in Azerbaijan Centralized Admission Service (SIACAS) website between June 1 and June 15, 2025. After logging in, they must select the “Heydar Aliyev – International Education Grant” program as the admission channel.
Applicants can choose up to three different specialties at various higher education institutions in Azerbaijan under this program.
Follow these steps to apply for the Heydar Aliyev Scholarship:
- Visit the official website of the program.
- Download and complete the application form.
- Gather all required documents and ensure they are properly translated (if needed).
- Submit your application before the deadline through the designated email or portal.
- Await the shortlisting process and prepare for an interview (if required).
- Selected candidates will receive a scholarship confirmation letter and visa assistance.
Deadline
Submission of applications (first stage) to the relevant government authorities of the applicant’s country (Ministries, Embassies, etc.) From March 15 to May 15, 2025
Review and evaluation of candidates by the respective government authorities From May 16 to May 31, 2025 Registration of applications (second stage) in the SIACAS (Study in Azerbaijan Centralized Admission Service)* From June 1 to June 15, 2025.
Review and evaluation of candidates From June 16 to July 15, 2025
Notification of the selected candidates From July 16 to July 31, 2025 Start of academic year** September 15, 2025.
Last date for the arrival in the Republic of Azerbaijan September 30, 2025
The Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant 2025-2026 is an incredible opportunity for students seeking world-class education in Azerbaijan. With full financial coverage, academic excellence, and cultural diversity, this scholarship provides an enriching international learning experience. If you aspire to study abroad with full funding, don’t miss this opportunity!
List of Countries Eligible for Heydar Aliyev International Scholarship
The “Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program” for the 2025-2026 academic year is open to applicants from the following countries:
Antigua and Barbuda, Egypt, Barbados, Belize, Venezuela, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brunei, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic, Dominica, Bahamas, Guyana, North Korea, São Tomé and PrÃncipe, Congo, Timor-Leste, Sri Lanka, Dominican Republic, Ethiopia, Nepal, Nigeria, Somalia, Micronesia, Brazil, Gabon, Georgia, Greece, Grenada, Jordan, Hungary, Afghanistan, Samoa, Iran, Mauritania, Pakistan, Jamaica, Bahrain, Bhutan, Cambodia, Eswatini, Lesotho, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Tonga, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Montenegro, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Algeria, Bangladesh, Bolivia, Monaco, Albania, Angola, Belarus, Benin, Botswana, Bulgaria, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Chad, Chile,
Colombia, Côte d’Ivoire, Cuba, Djibouti, Ecuador, Equatorial Guinea, Fiji, Ghana, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Ireland, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Latvia, Lebanon, Liberia, Lithuania, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Mauritius, Moldova, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nicaragua, North Macedonia, Panama, Peru, Poland, Rwanda, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, South Africa, South Sudan, Suriname, Tajikistan, Gambia, Marshall Islands, Niger, Philippines, Sudan, Myanmar, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Romania, Russia, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vietnam, Solomon Islands, Eritrea, Kuwait, Libya, Palestine, Qatar, Oman, Syria, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Togo, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Ukraine, Comoros, United Arab Emirates, Tanzania.
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