TurkeyGovernment ScholarshipFully FundedTÜBİTAK International Research Fellowships (Turkey)
منح مجلس البحوث التكنولوجية والعلمية التركي للباحثين الدوليين (TÜBİTAK)
About the scholarship program
The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK 2216 / 2215) grants competitive research fellowships to foreign citizens conducting master thesis, doctoral studies, or postdoctoral research in Turkey, providing generous monthly research stipends, research budgets, travel expenses, and health insurance.
Funding Types & Coverage Benefits
This scholarship provides a comprehensive funding package covering your academic journey:
100% Full Tuition Fee Waiver
Complete coverage of all university tuition, registration, exam, and laboratory fees throughout the degree program.
Monthly Living Stipend & Allowance
Generous monthly financial support to comfortably cover student housing, food, and daily living costs.
Roundtrip International Airfare
Economy class roundtrip flight tickets between your home country and the host nation every academic year.
Comprehensive Health Insurance & Visa Support
Full medical coverage for emergencies and routine care, plus student residence permit and visa cost refunds.
Settling-in Allowance & Research Grants
Arrival allowance to set up housing, plus budgets for books, academic resources, and international conferences.
Available Fields & Specializations
Supported academic disciplines and specialization fields eligible for application:
All Accredited Academic Fields Open
This government scholarship accepts applications across all accredited programs and disciplines at participating universities, according to the official call.
Available Study Programs & Tracks (1)
TÜBİTAK Research Fellowship Programme for International Researchers
Documents required for this scholarship
Check off prepared documents to track your application readiness:
Requirements vary by program and intake — always confirm the final list on the official application page.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
TÜBİTAK International Research Fellowships (Turkey) offers fully funded coverage. Benefits generally include tuition coverage, accommodation, living allowances, and health insurance according to the program regulations for the 2026/2027 cycle.
Eligible study and training levels include: Master, PhD, Postdoctoral. Candidates must verify specific department prerequisites before applying.
Scholarship Summary
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