The Azerbaijan Government Scholarship 2026–27, officially known as the Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program, is a major opportunity for Pakistani students seeking fully funded higher education overseas. The program is jointly offered by Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Science and Education to strengthen educational ties with friendly countries, including Pakistan.
For Pakistani applicants, this scholarship opens doors to top Azerbaijani universities across disciplines such as engineering, medicine, IT, social sciences, and natural sciences—without any application fee.
Key Scholarship Details for Pakistani Applicants
- Host Country: Azerbaijan
- Universities: All public universities in Azerbaijan
- Degree Levels: Preparatory, Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, General Medicine, Medical Residency
- Total Scholarships: Around 100
- Deadline: April 15, 2026
- Application Fee: None
Duration of Study
- Bachelor’s: 4–5 years
- Master’s: 1.5–2 years
- PhD: 3 years
- General Medicine: 5–6 years
- Medical Residency: 2–5 years
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Fully Funded Benefits
The scholarship provides complete financial coverage, making it highly attractive for Pakistani students:
- Return airfare tickets
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Monthly stipend for living expenses, accommodation, and study materials
- Medical insurance
- Visa and registration costs
Eligibility Criteria (Pakistan-Specific)
Pakistani nationals are fully eligible, provided they meet age and academic requirements:
- Undergraduate & General Medicine: Under 35 years
- Master’s & Medical Residency: Under 40 years
- PhD: Under 45 years
- Applicants must not hold Azerbaijani citizenship
Required Documents
Pakistani candidates must prepare:
- Nomination form (through Pakistani authorities)
- Academic diplomas and transcripts
- Medical certificate
- Valid passport copy
- CV/Resume
- Motivation letter
- Awards/certifications (if available)
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How Pakistani Students Can Apply
Pakistani students cannot apply directly. The process is nomination-based:
1. Wait for the official call from Pakistan’s designated authorities (Ministry of Education / Higher Education Commission / relevant embassy).
2. Submit documents to the notified authority in Pakistan.
3. Selected candidates are nominated by Pakistan.
4. Nominated students apply online through Azerbaijan’s centralized admission system.
Why This Matters for Pakistan
With rising education costs globally, this scholarship offers Pakistani students a rare, debt-free pathway to internationally recognized degrees, cultural exposure, and global career prospects—especially in medicine, engineering, and technology.
