Türkiye Bursları Scholarship: How to Apply (2026)

Reviewed by the Students Time editorial team · Last updated: September 2026
Researched from official sources including Türkiye Bursları (official) and Study in Turkey.

Key takeaways

  • Türkiye Bursları is a fully funded government scholarship for international students to study in Turkey.
  • It covers tuition, monthly stipend, accommodation, flights, and health insurance.
  • Open for bachelor's, master's, and PhD programs.
  • Applications are free and online — check the official portal for dates.
  • Related: Commonwealth Scholarships and guide to studying abroad.
Student applying for the Türkiye Bursları scholarship
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Türkiye Bursları at a glance

ItemDetailNote
WhoInternational studentsBA/MA/PhD
CoversTuition, stipend, housingFully funded
Cost to applyFreeOnline portal
DeadlineUsually early in yearCheck official site

Today at Student Time PK, we're featuring one of the world’s most prestigious and generous government-funded scholarships – the Türkiye Burslari (Turkey Scholarships), offered by the Government of Turkey 🇹🇷.


🌍 Country:

🇹🇷 Turkey

💸 Coverage Includes:

🎯 Academic Levels Supported:

  • Undergraduate (Bachelor’s)
  • Master’s
  • PhD (Doctoral)

📚 Fields of Study:

📅 Application Timeline:

Applications Open: Every January
Final Results: Around July–August

👤 Eligibility Criteria:

  • International applicants from any country
  • Bachelor’s: under 21 years of age
  • Master’s: under 30 years of age
  • PhD: under 35 years of age
  • Strong academic background

📝 Documents Required:

🔗 How to Apply:

Apply online via the official portal:
https://tbbs.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr


💡 Student Time PK Tip:

Write a strong motivation letter, highlight your goals, leadership, and how you’ll contribute to your country and community. No IELTS required for most universities!

Dream big, apply smart — and let Turkey sponsor your future! 🇹🇷✨

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Frequently asked questions

What is Türkiye Bursları?

A fully funded scholarship from the Turkish government for international students to study in Turkey, covering tuition, a monthly stipend, accommodation, flights, and health insurance.

Who can apply for Türkiye Bursları?

International (non-Turkish) students applying for bachelor's, master's, or PhD programs. Specific age and grade criteria apply by level — check the official portal.

Is the Türkiye Bursları application free?

Yes. Applications are submitted free through the official online portal; be cautious of any site charging a fee to apply.

What does Türkiye Bursları cover?

Full tuition, a monthly stipend, accommodation, return flights, and health insurance, plus Turkish language study — one of the more generous fully-funded scholarships.

When is the Türkiye Bursları deadline?

It typically opens early in the year for a few weeks, but dates change annually — verify the current window on the official Türkiye Bursları website.

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