Türkiye Bursları 2027 for Pakistani Students: Fully Funded Study in Turkey
Quick facts
- Levels: bachelor’s, master’s, PhD (plus research programmes)
- Covers: tuition, monthly stipend, accommodation, health insurance, one-year Turkish course, return flight
- Expected 2027 window: around 10 January – 20 February 2027 (to be confirmed)
- Apply at: turkiyeburslari.gov.tr. Applying is free.
Türkiye Bursları (Türkiye Scholarships) is the Turkish government’s flagship scholarship for international students, and Pakistan is consistently one of the countries with the most applicants. It is fully funded, does not require an admission letter before you apply, and lets you choose up to 12 university programmes in one application.
What the scholarship covers
- Full tuition at a Turkish public university
- A monthly stipend (amounts below)
- Accommodation in a government dormitory
- Health insurance
- A one-year Turkish language course before your degree
- A return flight ticket at the start and end of your studies
| Level | Monthly stipend (latest published) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 6,500 Turkish lira |
| Master’s | 9,500 Turkish lira |
| PhD | 13,000 Turkish lira |
Stipend amounts are revised from time to time; check the official website for the current figures.
Eligibility
| Level | Age limit | Minimum academic score |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | Under 21 | 70% |
| Master’s | Under 30 | 75% |
| PhD | Under 35 | 75% |
- You must not already be enrolled in the same level of study at a Turkish university.
- Graduate scholarships are not offered in health sciences.
How to apply
- Create an account on the official portal when applications open.
- Fill in personal details, education history and test scores (IELTS/TOEFL, SAT, GRE/GMAT or ALES are optional but help).
- Choose up to 12 programmes across different universities.
- Upload your transcripts, degree, passport or CNIC, photo, and a statement of intent; graduate applicants also add a research proposal (PhD) and reference letters.
- Submit before the deadline. You will receive a confirmation in your account.
Selection process
- Document review: academic record, choices and statement.
- Interview: a 15–30 minute panel interview (online or in person) for shortlisted candidates.
- Bachelor’s applicants may also take a short test in mathematics, geometry and logic.
- Results are usually announced in the summer, before the autumn semester.
Tips to stand out
- Make your choices consistent. Twelve programmes in the same field look focused; random choices look unplanned.
- Write a specific statement. Explain why Turkey, why this field, and how you will use the degree in Pakistan.
- Prepare for the interview by knowing your chosen universities and your career plan.
- Add test scores if you have them. They are optional but can make your file stronger.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need IELTS?
It is not mandatory to apply, but some English-taught programmes require proof of English. Most students also learn Turkish in the first year.
Can I apply if I am in my final year?
Yes. Final-year students can apply with their latest transcripts and submit the degree later.
Source: Türkiye Bursları official website. Dates for 2027 follow the usual yearly calendar and should be confirmed when the call opens.
