The Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program is a fully funded Azerbaijan Government Scholarship 2025/2026, honoring the legacy of National Leader Heydar Aliyev. This program aims to support international students in pursuing higher education in Azerbaijan, fostering academic exchange and strengthening international cooperation.
Azerbaijan Government Scholarship 2025/2026 Overview
- Scholarship Name: Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program
- Host Country: Azerbaijan
- Degree Level: Preparatory courses, Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral (PhD), General Medicine, Medical Residency
- Eligible Countries: Member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, Non-Aligned Movement, Small Island Developing States, and countries sharing cultural, ethnic, and historical ties with Azerbaijan
- Duration: Program Specific
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Number of Scholarships: 100 annually
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2025
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Participating Countries & Fields of Study
Member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, Non-Aligned Movement, Small Island Developing States, and countries sharing cultural, ethnic, and historical ties with Azerbaijan.
See the list of eligible countries here: List of Eligible Countries
Fields of Study:
- Computer Science
- Managament
- Pedagogy
- Public and Municipal Administration
- Business Administration
- Chemical engineering
- Chemical technology and engineering
- Chemistry and technology of composite materials
- Chemistry of macromolecules
- Civil engineering
- Computer engineering
See the full list of available programs here: List of Available Programs
Participating Institutions
Applicants can choose from the following prestigious higher education institutions in Azerbaijan, including:
- Baku Engineering University
- Baku Higher Oil School
- Karabakh University
- National Aviation Academy
- Khazar University
- Nakhchivan State University
- Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University
- Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
- ADA University
- Baku State University
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a citizen of an eligible country (excluding citizens of Azerbaijan)
- Must possess the required academic background in the related field of their proposed study/research area.
- Minimum GPA of 70% or equivalent in previous studies
Language Proficiency
For English-taught programs:
Undergraduate: IELTS 5.0 or TOEFL 40
Postgraduate: IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 50
For programs in Russian or Turkish: Proof of proficiency or prior education in the respective language
For programs in Azerbaijani: Proficiency in English, Russian, or Turkish
Age Requirements (as of September 15, 2025)
Undergraduate and General Medicine programs: under 35 years
Graduate and Medical Residency programs: under 40 years
Doctoral programs: under 45 years
Scholarship Coverage
- Full tuition coverage, including language preparatory courses if required
- Economy class tickets to and from Azerbaijan once a year
- 800 AZN (~$470) for accommodation, daily expenses, and educational materials (10 months per year, except July and August)
- Annual coverage of 200 AZN (~$117) for the medical care and medication
- Assistance with a single-entry visa and a temporary residence permit for each academic year
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Required Documents
Completed the nomination form, the first stage (Download Nomination Form)
Copy of academic transcripts and diplomas
Valid passport copy
Medical certificate (including HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B/C tests)
Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
Motivation letter
Proof of language proficiency
Local and international awards (if available)
Note: All documents must be clear, legible, and translated into Azerbaijani, Turkish, English, or Russian, and notarized.
Application Process
First Stage:
Submit required documents to the relevant government authorities (e.g., Ministries, Embassies) in your home country by May 15, 2025.
These authorities will review applications and nominate candidates.
Second Stage:
Nominated candidates will receive instructions to apply through the Study in Azerbaijan Centralized Admission Service (SIACAS) portal between June 1 and June 15, 2025.
Applicants can select up to three specialties at different Azerbaijani higher education institutions.
Selection Timeline:
June 16 – July 15, 2025: Evaluation of applications
July 16 – July 31, 2025: Notification of selected candidates
September 15, 2025: Start of the academic year
September 30, 2025: Deadline for arrival in Azerbaijan
Scholarship Types and Duration
- Undergraduate Program (4 to 5 Years)
- General Medicine Program (5 to 6 Years)
- Master’s Program (1.5 to 2 Years)
- Medical Residency Program (2 to 5 Years)
- PhD Program (3 Years)
Application Deadline
First Stage (Nomination): May 15, 2025
Second Stage (SIACAS Application): June 1 – June 15, 2025
Note: It’s recommended that you apply as early as possible to increase your chances of selection.
