Kazakhstan Government Scholarship
About this scholarship
The Kazakhstan Government Scholarship is offered by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan to international students for undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral study at Kazakh universities. It is part of the country’s effort to internationalise its higher education and attract foreign students to study in Kazakhstan.
The award is fully funded, covering full tuition fees and a monthly stipend, for the standard duration of the chosen programme. It is available across bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD levels and opens the door to study at Kazakhstan’s universities, with the language of instruction depending on the programme.
Eligibility is for foreign citizens (including persons of Kazakh nationality who are not citizens of Kazakhstan) studying at the chosen level for the first time, who meet the academic and university admission requirements, and may need language proficiency depending on the programme. You apply online through the operator’s portal (the National Center for Higher Education Development, ENIC-KAZAKHSTAN) during the call, around late March to late May, submitting your identity documents, prior-education certificate and transcript, a motivational essay, and a medical certificate, with shortlisted applicants taking online testing. For international students considering Central Asia, it is a fully funded government option.
Eligibility
- Open to international applicants (including persons of Kazakh nationality who are not citizens of Kazakhstan).
- Studying at the chosen level for the first time.
- Meet the academic qualification requirements for the chosen study level.
- Satisfy university admission requirements.
- Language proficiency may be required depending on the programme.
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition fee coverage.
- Monthly stipend.
- Study opportunity in Kazakhstan.
- Available for bachelor's, master's, and PhD.
- Open to international students.
Required Documents
- Passport or ID copy.
- Previous academic certificate.
- Academic transcript.
- Motivational essay.
- Letter of recommendation.
- Medical certificate for study abroad.
- HIV/AIDS medical certificate.
- Invitation letter from a Kazakhstan university (if applicable).
How to Apply
- Be a foreign citizen (including persons of Kazakh nationality who are not citizens of Kazakhstan) studying at the level for the first time.
- Apply online through the operator's portal (ENIC-KAZAKHSTAN) during the call (around late March to late May).
- Submit your documents (identity, prior-education certificate with transcript, a motivational essay, and a medical certificate); shortlisted applicants take online testing (confirm the current date).
Frequently asked questions
Is Kazakhstan Government Scholarship fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Full tuition fee coverage; Monthly stipend.. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Kazakhstan Government Scholarship cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Bachelor's, Master's & PhD.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is May 31, 2027. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Open to international applicants (including persons of Kazakh nationality who are not citizens of Kazakhstan); Studying at the chosen level for the first time; Meet the academic qualification requirements for the chosen study level; Satisfy university admission requirements; andโฆ See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
