The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) funds the highly esteemed, fully financed IsDB Scholarship, which is intended to assist exceptional students from IsDB member nations as well as Muslim communities across the globe. Opportunities to pursue undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, postdoctoral, and vocational training programs in certain fields related to sustainable development are offered by the program.
The scholarship strongly emphasizes the development of human capital, providing researchers with cutting-edge knowledge and abilities to assist the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). After completing their studies, recipients are urged to put their knowledge to use by going back to their native countries and making contributions to the social and economic advancement of their communities.
Why Choose the IsDB Scholarship?
- Fully Funded Support: Provides 100% financial coverage, removing all major financial barriers to study.
- Leadership & Values: Emphasizes leadership development, ethical responsibility, and sustainable progress.
- Global Alumni Network: Access to a strong and diverse international alumni community for long-term professional growth.
- Impact-Driven Programs: Academic programs are designed to address real-world challenges and development needs.
- Purpose-Oriented Opportunity: Ideal for students dedicated to driving social and economic transformation in their communities.
Host Country: Worldwide
Funded By: The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)
Opportunity Type: Bachelor, Master’s, PhD, Undergraduate
Subject: All Subjects
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded,
Eligibility Criteria:
General Eligibility Criteria:
- Proficiency in English
- Must not be receiving any other scholarship at the time of application
- Required to be medically fit
- Demonstrated commitment to return to the home country and contribute to community development after graduation
Undergraduate Applicants:
- Completion of secondary education (12 years of schooling)
- Strong academic performance in major subjects
Master’s Applicants:
- A Bachelor’s degree with very good academic standing
- Preferably relevant professional or research experience
- A research proposal aligned with national or development priorities
PhD Applicants:
- A Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Excellent academic record
- A research proposal demonstrating clear development impact
- Postdoctoral Applicants:
- A PhD degree in an approved discipline
- At least two years of research experience
- A strong publication record and demonstrated research capacity
Vocational Education and Training (VET) Applicants:
- Citizenship of an eligible Least Developed Member Country (LDMC)
- Completion of high school education with good academic results
Benefits:
- Tuition Coverage: Complete tuition is paid to the host university directly, guaranteeing that students won’t have to pay for their education.
- Monthly Living Allowance: A monthly stipend that is given to cover living expenses and is modified based on the host nation’s cost of living.
- Health and Medical Insurance: For the period of the scholarship, complete health and medical insurance is provided.
- International Travel: Round-trip airfare in economy between the home and destination countries.
- Installation & Equipment Support: To help with the initial settling for studying abroad, a one-time installation and equipment allowance is provided.
- Research & Thesis Funding: Funding for scientific study, research projects, and thesis preparation.
- Mentorship & Counseling: Throughout the study time, students have access to academic help, personal counseling programs, and mentorship.
- Leadership Development: To improve professional and civic effect, systematic leadership training and development activities are combined with ongoing academic monitoring.
Deadline: January 31, 2026.
