What Is the Türkiye Burslari Scholarship?
Türkiye Burslari (Turkish: Turkish Scholarships) is the Government of Turkey's flagship scholarship programme, administered by the Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities (YTB). It is one of the most comprehensive and generous scholarship programmes in the world — offering full funding for undergraduate, Master's, and PhD programmes at Turkish universities.
Pakistan is consistently one of the highest-allocation countries in the programme, with hundreds of Pakistani students receiving this scholarship each year.
What Does Türkiye Burslari Cover?
- Full tuition fees: 100% covered for the entire programme duration
- Monthly stipend:
- Bachelor's: ₺9,000/month (approximately USD 280)
- Master's: ₺11,000/month (approximately USD 340)
- PhD: ₺14,000/month (approximately USD 440)
- One-year free Turkish language course before degree commencement
- Free accommodation: University dormitory placement for the full duration
- Health insurance: Full coverage in Turkey
- Return airfare: Once per year (Pakistan–Turkey–Pakistan)
Eligible Programmes
- Undergraduate (4–6 years including 1-year Turkish language course)
- Master's / MSc / MBA (2–3 years including language course if needed)
- PhD / Doctoral (4–5 years)
- Research scholarships for postdoctoral researchers
Top Turkish Universities Under Türkiye Burslari
- Bogazici University (Istanbul) — consistently top-ranked Turkish university; engineering, sciences, humanities
- Middle East Technical University (METU, Ankara) — top engineering and technology; QS top 400
- Istanbul Technical University (ITU) — one of the world's oldest technical universities
- Ankara University — medicine, law, social sciences
- Hacettepe University — strong in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry
- Sabanci University (Istanbul) — private, research-oriented
- Istanbul University — oldest university in Turkey; broad disciplines
Eligibility Requirements for Pakistani Students
- Pakistani national
- Not currently enrolled in a Turkish university
- Undergraduate applicants: Completed Matriculation and waiting for / completed FSc; minimum 70% marks; under 21 years old
- Master's applicants: Bachelor's degree completed; minimum 75% or CGPA 2.5+; under 30 years old
- PhD applicants: Master's degree; minimum 75% CGPA; under 35 years old
- No specific IELTS/TOEFL requirement at application stage — Turkish language course is provided
Application Timeline 2026
- January 10: Türkiye Burslari application portal opens at turkiyeburslari.gov.tr
- February 20: Application deadline (this is a strict deadline — late applications are not accepted)
- March–May: Application review and preliminary selection
- June: Interviews (conducted online with YTB panel)
- July: Final selections announced
- August–September: Visa and pre-departure arrangements
- September–October: Turkish language course begins
Documents Required
- Completed online application form on turkiyeburslari.gov.tr
- Academic transcripts (all years of education)
- Original degree/diploma certificates
- National ID card or passport copy
- Passport-size photograph (specific dimensions required)
- Motivation letter (why Turkey, why this programme, career goals)
- Two recommendation letters (academic preferred)
- Language proficiency certificate if available (IELTS/TOEFL for English programmes)
- Research proposal (PhD applicants only)
How to Write a Winning Motivation Letter for Türkiye Burslari
- Express genuine connection to Turkey: Mention cultural affinity, Islamic brotherhood, or Turkey's role as a bridge between East and West
- Be specific about your programme: Name the exact university and department you are applying to and why
- Link study to Pakistan's future: Explain how your Turkish degree will benefit Pakistan on your return
- Show commitment to learning Turkish: YTB appreciates applicants who express genuine willingness to engage with Turkish culture and language
- Keep it professional: 400–600 words; no fluff
The Interview Process
Shortlisted candidates are called for a video interview (10–15 minutes) with a panel from YTB (Presidency for Turks Abroad). Common questions:
- Why do you want to study in Turkey?
- Why this specific field and university?
- What are your career goals after graduation?
- How will you use your Turkish education to contribute to Pakistan?
- Are you willing to learn Turkish?
How IGC Helps with Türkiye Burslari Applications
IGC has helped dozens of Pakistani students successfully win the Türkiye Burslari scholarship. Our support includes:
- Eligibility check and strategic programme selection
- Application portal guidance and form completion review
- Motivation letter writing and review
- Recommendation letter guidance
- Interview preparation and mock sessions
- Post-award visa and pre-departure support
Applications open in January — start preparing now. Book your free Türkiye Burslari counseling session with IGC today.
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