Ilia State University Government of the Czech Republic Scholarships 2026 (Fully Funded)

The Government of the Czech Republic is offering fully funded scholarship opportunities to citizens of Georgia. The announcement was shared by Ilia State University as part of its international exchange and scholarship programs.

This prestigious program supports short-term and medium-term study, research, and academic visits at public higher education institutions in the Czech Republic. The scholarship is open to students, graduates, lecturers, and researchers across all academic disciplines.

The Czech Government Scholarships aim to strengthen academic cooperation between Georgia and the Czech Republic by providing financial support for:

• Short-term study programs

• Research stays

• Academic visits

• Medium-term academic mobility

Host institutions include public universities and higher education institutions across the Czech Republic.

The program provides funding for academic mobility at Czech public universities. Financial support generally covers study or research-related expenses during the approved period. Specific coverage details are outlined in the official scholarship documentation.

The scholarship is not limited to a specific degree level. It supports:

• Undergraduate students (with active status)

• Master’s students

• Doctoral candidates

• University graduates

• Academic staff and researchers

Applicants must be affiliated with a higher education institution in Georgia.

Applications are accepted in all academic fields and research areas, making this a flexible opportunity for candidates from diverse academic backgrounds.

• Citizens of Georgia

Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements set by the Czech scholarship program and the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia.

Applicants must belong to one of the following categories:

• Students with active status at Georgian higher education institutions

• Graduates

• University lecturers

• Researchers

Candidates must prepare and submit all required documentation according to the scholarship guidelines.

Application Deadline

26 February  (17:00)

Late applications will not be considered.

Application Process

The application process consists of two stages:

Stage 1: Submission to the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia

1. Prepare the required documents according to the scholarship guidelines.

2. Submit the complete application via email to: [email protected]

3. Ensure submission before 26 February at 17:00.

Stage 2: Nomination and Online Application

• The Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia will nominate selected applicants to the Czech side by 13 March.

• Nominated candidates must then apply through the electronic application system of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Czech Republic between 15–31 March.

Final selection is made by the Czech authorities.

Selection Process

Applications are reviewed based on:

• Academic performance

• Research background

• Professional achievements

• Completeness and quality of submitted documents

Only nominated candidates will proceed to the final online application stage.

Why Apply for the Czech Government Scholarship?

The Czech Republic is home to internationally recognized universities and research institutions. This scholarship offers Georgian students and academics an opportunity to gain international experience, expand research collaboration, and strengthen academic networks in Europe.