Kazakhstan Government Scholarships for BS, MS and PhD 2026 (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the prestigious Kazakhstan Government Scholarships 2026. This fully funded scholarship program offers international students the opportunity to study Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degrees at top universities in Kazakhstan. The scholarship covers all major expenses and is open to students from around the world. There is no application fee. The application deadline is 31 May 2026. You can check out more BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD
• Host Country: Kazakhstan
• Application Deadline: 31 May 2026 (23:59 Astana time)
• Number of Scholarships: 550 total (490 Bachelor’s + 50 Master’s + 10 PhD)
• Application Fee: Free
• Language of Instruction: Kazakh, Russian, or English
• Host Universities: Top public universities in Kazakhstan

What This Scholarship Offers:

• Full coverage of tuition fees
• Free accommodation in a university dormitory
• Monthly stipend to cover your living expenses
• Visa and registration assistance
• Access to high-quality education at leading Kazakh universities
• Chance to study in English-medium programs
• Opportunity to live and study in a safe, multicultural environment

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Eligibility Criteria:

Common Requirements for All Levels:

• You must be applying for each education level for the first time
• All documents must be in Kazakh, Russian, or English (with notarized translation if needed)
• Good health (medical certificates required)

For Bachelor’s Degree:

• Completed secondary education with at least “Good” average score
• One letter of recommendation
• Motivational essay

For Master’s Degree:

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
• Two letters of recommendation
• Valid language test (IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 46, or equivalent) – not required if previous study was in the program language

For PhD Degree:

• Master’s degree with minimum GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
• Two letters of recommendation
• Valid language test (same as Master’s)
• Research proposal / substantiation of dissertation topic

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Programs Available:

• Engineering and Technology
• Computer Science and Information Technology
• Natural Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
• Agriculture and Agronomy
• Medicine and Health Sciences
• Business and Economics
• Social Sciences and Humanities
• Education and Pedagogy
• Law and International Relations
• Arts and Culture
• Environmental Sciences
• Mining and Geology

(Almost all programs available at the participating universities are eligible.)

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How to Apply:

1. Go to the official application portal: https://studyin.kz/admission
2. Create an account and select Kazakhstan Government Scholarship
3. Fill out the online application form
4. Upload all required documents
5. Submit your application before 31 May 2026
6. Complete the online psychological test
7. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Zoom interview

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