Czech Republic Government Scholarships for Developing Countries 2026 (Fully Funded)

Are you a student from a developing country looking for fully funded study opportunities in Europe? The Government of the Czech Republic Scholarships 2026/2027 are now open for applications! These scholarships are a prestigious part of the Czech Republic’s Foreign Development Cooperation and offer a chance to study at top Czech public universities for free.

Why Choose the Czech Government Scholarship?

With a tradition dating back to the 1950s, over 20,000 international students have benefitted from the Czech Government’s generosity. These fully funded scholarships for developing countries are ideal for those seeking Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degrees in the Czech Republic, with tuition, accommodation, and living expenses covered.

The Czech Republic Government Scholarship is fully funded and includes:

1. Full tuition fee waiver
2. Monthly stipend
3. Accommodation in university dormitories
4. Health insurance
5. Travel expenses in some cases

Programs Available

In Czech Language (with 1-year Czech language preparatory course)

1. Bachelor’s Programs (only for Georgia)
2. Follow-up Master’s Programs (for Bosnia & Herzegovina, Georgia, Ukraine, Belarus)

In English Language (for all eligible countries)

1. Selected Follow-up Master’s Programs (2 years)
2. Selected Doctoral Programs (3–4 years)

The scholarships are open to students from:

1. Europe: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Ukraine, Belarus (democratic forces)
2. Africa: Ethiopia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Zambia
3. Asia: Cambodia, Sri Lanka
4. Latin America & Middle East: Guatemala, Jordan

1. Must be a citizen of one of the eligible countries
2. For Bachelor's programs: Must have completed secondary education equivalent to Czech high school
3. For Master’s programs: Must hold a Bachelor’s degree
4. For PhD programs: Must hold a Master’s degree
5. Applicants for English-taught programs must pass an online English proficiency test
6. Not eligible: Citizens of the Czech Republic, EU, or those with permanent residence in the Czech Republic

1. Submit the online application at: https://msmt.gov.cz/eu-and-international-affairs/government-scholarships-developing-countries?lang=2
2. Complete the general knowledge test and English test (if applicable)
3. Deadline to apply: 30 September 2025
4. Start of studies: Academic Year 2026/2027

Required Documents

1. Completed online application form
2. Academic transcripts and degrees
3. Proof of nationality (passport)
4. English or Czech language proficiency (as required)
5. Motivation letter (recommended)
6. Other documents depending on chosen study program

Make your academic dreams come true in the heart of Europe! Don’t miss your chance to apply for the Czech Republic Government Scholarship for Developing Countries and study tuition-free in 2026/2027.