Türkiye Scholarships – Research Scholarship
Turkish government scholarship for international PhD holders and advanced PhD candidates to conduct collaborative academic research at Turkish universities with Turkish academics.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Research
Destination
Türkiye
Funding
Monthly stipend (approximately 25,000 TL per month; subject to indexation); health insurance; accommodation support; return airfare at the start and end of the scholarship.
Eligible applicants
International PhD holders or PhD candidates at dissertation stage; under 50; not enrolled at a Turkish university at the same level
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Overview
Türkiye Scholarships – Research Scholarship is offered by YTB for Research study in Türkiye. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- Previous qualificationPhD degree (or PhD candidate at dissertation stage)
- AgeUnder 50 years old at the time of application
- Online application formRequired
- PhD diploma or dissertation stage documentationRequired
- Research plan and Turkish host institution supportRequired
- Passport copyRequired
- Academic CVRequired
What this scholarship covers
Monthly stipend (~25,000 TL)
Included
Health insurance
Included
Accommodation support
Included
Return airfare
Included
Monthly stipend (approximately 25,000 TL per month; subject to indexation); health insurance; accommodation support; return airfare at the start and end of the scholarship. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
Organization scholarship
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Non-Turkish citizens; dual nationals with Turkish citizenship are not eligible
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants, except citizens of the excluded countries named by the provider.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Must hold a PhD degree or be a PhD candidate at the dissertation stage
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Türkiye
Official eligibility summary
Open to: International PhD holders or PhD candidates at dissertation stage; under 50; not enrolled at a Turkish university at the same level. YTB also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
Applicant profile
- International PhD holders or PhD candidates at dissertation stage; under 50; not enrolled at a Turkish university at the same level
Study route
- Research study in Türkiye
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to: International PhD holders or PhD candidates at dissertation stage; under 50; not enrolled at a Turkish university at the same level. YTB also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
The required documents are summarized above. Confirm the final checklist with the official provider before you apply.
How to apply
- 1
Check turkiyeburslari.gov.tr/en for the current open application period
- 2
Register and apply through the official Türkiye Scholarships portal
- 3
Provide proof of PhD degree (or dissertation stage) and research plan with a Turkish institution
Application timeline
Application cycle
Applications accepted in four periods throughout the year (not annual — check turkiyeburslari.gov.tr for current windows). Duration: typically 3–12 months.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
YTB
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.