Applications are now open for the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Scholarship 2026, one of the largest fully funded scholarship programs available for international students. This prestigious opportunity supports students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, and Postdoctoral studies at IsDB partner universities worldwide.
The IsDB Scholarship is fully funded, covering tuition fees, accommodation, return airfare, monthly living allowance, medical insurance, and additional academic support costs. Importantly, no application fee is required at any stage of the process.
The scholarship is open to citizens of IsDB member countries as well as Muslim communities living in non-member countries. Below is a detailed breakdown of the scholarship benefits, available programs, eligibility requirements, and application process.
IsDB Scholarship 2026/2027 – Key Details
- Host Countries: IsDB Partner Countries
- Study Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, Postdoctoral Research
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: 31 January 2026
Financial Benefits
The Islamic Development Bank Scholarship covers:
- Full tuition fees
- Monthly living stipend
- Books and academic materials allowance
- Health and medical insurance
- Travel and return airfare
- Research and participation costs (where applicable)
Types of IsDB Scholarship Programs
The following IsDB scholarship programs are currently open:
- IsDB Merit Scholarship Program (MSP)
- IsDB Master of Science Scholarship Program (M.Sc.)
- Scholarship Program for Muslim Communities in Non-Member Countries (SPMC)
- IsDB–ISFD Scholarship Program for Least Developed Member Countries (LDMCs)
1) IsDB Merit Scholarship Program (MSP)
This program supports PhD and Postdoctoral research at top-ranked universities worldwide and is open to applicants from IsDB member countries.
- Study Level: PhD & Postdoctoral Research
- Study Location: Top universities worldwide
Eligible IsDB Member Countries include:
Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Benin, Brunei Darussalam, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Chad, Comoros, Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Suriname, Syria, Tajikistan, Togo, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Yemen.
2) IsDB Master of Science Scholarship Program (M.Sc.)
This program supports students pursuing Master’s degrees in IsDB member countries. Applicants must secure admission into a university ranked within the top 1000 globally by Times Higher Education.
- Study Level: Master’s
- Study Location: Top 1000 universities in IsDB member countries
Eligible Least Developed Member Countries include:
Afghanistan, Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, Comoros, Djibouti, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Maldives, Mauritania, Mozambique, Niger, Palestine, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Togo, Uganda, Yemen.
3) Scholarship Program for Muslim Communities in Non-Member Countries (SPMC)
This program supports young Muslims living in IsDB non-member countries to pursue undergraduate studies in key development-related fields.
- Fields Covered: Medicine, Engineering, Technology, Agriculture, and related disciplines
- Study Location: Applicant’s home country (government-recognized universities)
Eligible Countries include:
Australia, Canada, Croatia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Germany, Ghana, India, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Myanmar, Namibia, Nepal, Netherlands, Russian Federation, Rwanda, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Thailand, Philippines, Trinidad and Tobago, Vietnam, Zambia, Liberia, Cambodia, Mauritius, Macedonia.
4) IsDB–ISFD Scholarship Program for Least Developed Member Countries (LDMCs)
This program targets students from 21 Least Developed IsDB Member Countries, supporting Bachelor’s degrees and technical diplomas.
- Fields Covered: Medicine, Engineering, Agriculture, and related disciplines
- Partner Countries for Placement: Malaysia, Morocco, Türkiye
Eligible LDMCs include:
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, Comoros, Djibouti, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Mauritania, Mozambique, Niger, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Togo, Uganda, Yemen.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the IsDB Scholarship:
- Applicants must be from IsDB member countries or Muslim communities in non-member countries
- Open to Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, and Postdoctoral applicants
- No application fee is required
How to Apply for the IsDB Scholarship 2026/2027
Interested candidates should apply through the official IsDB scholarship portal and select the appropriate scholarship track. The Islamic Development Bank does not charge any fees at any stage of the application process.
VISIT THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY FOR THE ISDB SCHOLARSHIPS
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