Haider Ali International Scholarship for Education 2026-2027

Dear colleagues,

Peace be upon you,

I am pleased to inform you that the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research is now accepting applications for the “Haider Ali International Scholarship Program 2026-2027”.

Please submit only one application per college. This application must include the following documents:

1- copy of the graduation certificate issued by your academic supervisor;

2- completed application form (the first step in the application process);

Copies of your academic transcripts and certificates from the Ministry of Higher Education. Your overall GPA for previous studies (Bachelor’s, Master’s) must be at least 70/100 or 7/10, or its equivalent according to the grading system;

3- copy of your medical certificate (including HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B/C tests).

4- copy of a valid passport proving the applicant’s identity;

5- curriculum vitae (CV);

Proof of language proficiency:

For studies in English: The minimum required score is 5 on the IELTS test (40 on the TOEFL test) for undergraduate studies, and 5.5 on the IELTS test (50 on the TOEFL test) for graduate studies;

For studies in Russian: Proof of language proficiency or prior studies in Russian;

For studies in Turkish: Proof of language proficiency or prior studies in Turkish;

For studies in Azerbaijani: Proficiency in English, Russian, or Turkish, or prior studies in one of these languages;

The host institution may assess the applicant’s language proficiency according to the chosen program;

A letter of recommendation;

National or international academic awards (if applicable).

The deadline for applications is April 6, 2026.

Best regards.

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