Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program

Ministry of Science and Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Azerbaijan

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Citizens of OIC member states (including Bangladesh), Non-Aligned Movement members, small island developing states or countries with historic ties to Azerbaijan, not Azerbaijani citizens. Under 35 for bachelor's, under 40 for master's and under 45 for PhD; minimum grade 70/100; English IELTS 5.0 (undergraduate) or 5.5 (postgraduate).

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About this opportunity

A two-stage Azerbaijani government grant. First you are nominated by your own government (ministry or embassy), then you register on the SIACAS portal and choose up to three specialties.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Citizens of OIC member states (including Bangladesh), Non-Aligned Movement members, small island developing states or countries with historic ties to Azerbaijan, not Azerbaijani citizens. Under 35 for bachelor's, under 40 for master's and under 45 for PhD; minimum grade 70/100; English IELTS 5.0 (undergraduate) or 5.5 (postgraduate).
2. Note the deadline. Apr 15 and Jun 1 – Jun 10 (annual; Stage 1 nomination by your government authority closes 15 Apr 18:00 Baku time, Stage 2 online registration runs 1 - 10 Jun - the 2026/27 round is closed, the next round is expected to follow the same dates in 2027) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Nomination form; Notarised diploma and transcripts; Medical certificate (HIV, hepatitis B/C, within 3 months); Passport copy; CV; Language proof; Motivation letter.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Two stages: national nomination (15 April), then selection from the SIACAS portal registrations (1-10 June); results 1 Jul - 1 Aug

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Tips from our advisors

1. Secure your home Ministry of Education or Embassy nomination first, as direct applications to the SIACAS portal without official nomination are not accepted
2. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
3. Contact potential supervisors before you apply. Send a one-page research summary and a short, specific email.
4. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
5. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
6. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
7. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.

Quick answers

Who can apply for Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program?

Citizens of OIC member states (including Bangladesh), Non-Aligned Movement members, small island developing states or countries with historic ties to Azerbaijan, not Azerbaijani citizens. Under 35 for bachelor's, under 40 for master's and under 45 for PhD; minimum grade 70/100; English IELTS 5.0 (undergraduate) or 5.5 (postgraduate).

What does Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program cover?

Tuition and language preparatory course, one economy flight a year, monthly allowance of AZN 800 for 10 months, a yearly medical allowance of AZN 200, and visa and residence permit

When is the deadline for Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program?

Apr 15 and Jun 1 – Jun 10 (annual; Stage 1 nomination by your government authority closes 15 Apr 18:00 Baku time, Stage 2 online registration runs 1 - 10 Jun - the 2026/27 round is closed, the next round is expected to follow the same dates in 2027) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program?

Host countries: Azerbaijan.

What documents do I need for Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program?

Nomination form; Notarised diploma and transcripts; Medical certificate (HIV, hepatitis B/C, within 3 months); Passport copy; CV; Language proof; Motivation letter.

How are applicants selected for Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program?

Two stages: national nomination (15 April), then selection from the SIACAS portal registrations (1-10 June); results 1 Jul - 1 Aug

How much work is the Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program application?

High: government nomination + SIACAS portal + notarised documents + medical certificate