TurkeyPhD, PostdocNext cycle not announced yetFully FundedTÜBİTAK-TWAS Postgraduate and Postdoctoral Fellowships in Türkiye for Developing Countries
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A joint TÜBİTAK–TWAS programme for doctoral students and postdocs from developing countries to carry out a research visit at a Turkish university or TÜBİTAK centre: 6–12 months for PhD students and 6–36 months for postdocs, in science, engineering, medicine, agriculture and computing. TÜBİTAK pays a monthly stipend (32,500 TL for PhD and 43,500 TL for postdocs in the 2024 call) and TWAS covers the round-trip ticket and visa costs. The last published call ran from 1 October to 16 December 2024; the next call has not been announced.
Funding Benefits & Coverage
4 BenefitsMonthly stipend from TÜBİTAK
32,500 TL (PhD) or 43,500 TL (postdoc) in the 2024 call, for accommodation and living costs.
Travel and visa (TWAS)
TWAS covers the round-trip ticket and visa costs.
Tuition and research costs
Waived or covered by the Turkish host institution.
Medical care
Medical care for minor ailments provided by TÜBİTAK.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
4 CriteriaRequired Documents
4 DocsIssued within 3 months before applying
Acceptance & Language Tests
1 TestsProof required with the application
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Yes, an official English proficiency certificate is required. Check the official website for the required score.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Monthly stipend from TÜBİTAK, Travel and visa (TWAS), Tuition and research costs, Medical care.
Eligible levels: PhD, Postdoc.
Next cycle not announced yet. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Research proposal and CV, Acceptance letter from the Turkish host signed by its head, Registration & No Objection Certificate (PhD) or employment proof (postdoc), English proficiency proof and signed commitment to return home.
Apply directly on the official website: https://twas.org/opportunity/twas-tubitak-postgraduate-fellowship-programme. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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