The Kazakhstan Government Scholarship 2027 is a fully funded scholarship for international students who want to study Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD at public universities in Kazakhstan. It is managed by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education and administered by JSC “Center for International Programs” (Bolashak). For the 2026–27 academic year, government scholarships were awarded to 550 foreign students.
Students from Pakistan, Afghanistan, India, Bangladesh, Africa and Central Asia can apply. Bachelor’s applicants do not need IELTS.
Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scholarship | Kazakhstan Government Scholarship for Foreign Citizens |
| Administered by | Center for International Programs (Bolashak) |
| Levels | Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD |
| Seats (last round) | 550 – 490 Bachelor’s, 50 Master’s, 10 PhD |
| Funding | Fully funded |
| Language of study | Kazakh, Russian or English |
| Expected deadline | May 2027 (previous: 31 May 2026) |
| Portal | studyin.kz/admission |
Benefits
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Monthly stipend (paid like local state-grant students)
- Accommodation support / dormitory
- Medical insurance
- Enrollment-related fees covered
- A preparatory language course where needed
Eligibility Criteria
| Level | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | Applying for a first bachelor’s degree; secondary school average grade “Good” or higher; no language test required |
| Master’s | Bachelor’s or specialist degree; minimum GPA 3.0/4.0; language certificate (e.g., IELTS 5.5) unless your previous degree was in that language within the last 5 years |
| PhD | Master’s degree; minimum GPA 3.0/4.0; language certificate; research topic justification in the language of study |
Refugees with valid refugee documents may also apply for the bachelor’s level.
Required Documents
- Passport / ID
- Previous education certificate and transcript with notarized translation
- Motivational essay
- Two recommendation letters
- Medical certificate (including HIV/AIDS test)
- Completed application questionnaire
- Language certificate (Master’s/PhD)
- Research topic justification (PhD)
- Invitation letter from a Kazakh university (optional, but helpful)
Top Universities in Kazakhstan
- Al-Farabi Kazakh National University (Almaty)
- L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University (Astana)
- Satbayev University (Almaty)
- Kazakh National Medical University
- Karaganda Buketov University
- Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University
How to Apply
- Visit the official portal studyin.kz/admission when the call opens.
- Register and choose your level, program and university preferences.
- Fill the online questionnaire.
- Upload scanned documents with translations.
- Submit before the deadline (previously 31 May, 23:59 Astana time).
- Wait for the selection results, usually announced in summer, then apply for a student visa.
Timeline (Expected)
| Stage | Expected time |
|---|---|
| Applications open | March–April 2027 |
| Deadline | Late May 2027 |
| Results | July 2027 |
| Studies start | September 2027 |
Tips
- Get your certificates translated and notarized early.
- Bachelor’s seats (490) are much more than Master’s (50) and PhD (10), so graduate applicants should have strong grades and a clear study plan.
- An invitation letter from a Kazakh university can strengthen your file.
FAQs
Is the Kazakhstan Government Scholarship fully funded?
Yes. It covers tuition, a monthly stipend, accommodation support, medical insurance and enrollment fees.
Is IELTS required?
Not for Bachelor’s. Master’s and PhD applicants usually need a language certificate unless their previous degree was in that language.
Can Pakistani students apply?
Yes. The scholarship is open to foreign citizens from many countries, including Pakistan.
Is this the same as Bolashak?
No. The Bolashak scholarship is for Kazakh citizens studying abroad. The Bolashak center only administers this scholarship for foreign students.
Related guides: Scholarships in Russia without IELTS, Universities without IELTS and Scholarships for Pakistani Students.
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