Czech Government Scholarships 2026/27 for Master’s Students from Developing Countries
- Omran Aburayya
- 7 days ago
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Updated: 6 days ago
lf you are a passionate student from a developing country with ambitions in economics or data analytics, the Czech Government is opening doors to your academic dreams in the heart of Europe. Applications are now open for the Czech Government Scholarships 2026/27 for Master's studies at Charles University, one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious universities.
This highly competitive and fully funded scholarship is tailored for students from select developing countries who wish to pursue English-taught Bachelor's , Master's or PhD programmes in the beautiful and academically vibrant Czech Republic, this opportunity not only provides a world-class education but also immerses students in the rich culture of Central Europe.
🎓 Scholarship Summary
Location: Czech Republic
Host Institution: Several Universities across Czech Republic
Study Level: Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
Target Group: Students from eligible developing countries (See below)
Fields of Study:
Engineering
Economics
Business Administration and management
Agricultural sciences
More
Coverage:
Full tuition waiver
Monthly stipend (approx. CZK 16,000)
Health insurance subsidy
Accommodation and living cost support
Duration: Standard duration of the chosen program
Application Deadline: September 30, 2025
Start Date: Academic year 2026/2027
Eligible to: Citizens of eligible countries with a completed Bachelor's degree or final-year students
✨ Scholarship Overview
The Czech Government Scholarships are part of the country’s foreign development cooperation initiatives. These scholarships support students from selected developing countries by funding full-time study programs at Czech public universities.
ℹ️ The scholarship is non-transferable and awarded for the entire regular duration of the program.
📘 Eligible Fields of Study
The scholarship is offered for Programmes taught both in English or Czechian language, you can review the full list of available study programmes and languages of instruction on this webpage
🌍 Eligible Countries
The Czech Government Scholarship is only open to nationals of the following developing countries:
Europe:
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Georgia
Ukraine
Belarus (Democratic Forces)
Africa:
Ethiopia
Nigeria
Rwanda
Zambia
Asia:
Cambodia
Sri Lanka
Latin America & Middle East:
Guatemala
Jordan
🎁 Benefits
The scholarship covers nearly all major academic and living costs, making it one of the most generous in Europe:
Full tuition fee waiver for the selected program
Monthly stipend of up to CZK 16,000 (~EUR 650) to cover living expenses (Depending on Study level)
Health insurance coverage during the entire study period
Support for housing and local travel costs
Assistance with visa/residency permit procedures
Free access to university resources and libraries
Eligibility Criteria
✅ To be eligible for the Czech Government Scholarship, you must:
Be a citizen of one of the eligible countries listed above
Demonstrate advanced English proficiency (must pass an online English test) for programmes conducted in English
Submit a strong motivation letter and pass a general knowledge test
Be willing to return to your home country upon completion of studies
Not hold Czech citizenship, EU citizenship, or permanent residency in the Czech Republic
📝 Application Procedure
✅ Step-by-Step Guide:
Online Registration
Complete the electronic application form: http://registr.dzs.cz/registr.nsf
Deadline: September 30, 2025
Initial Screening
Take the general knowledge test and English language test (online)
Only successful candidates will be contacted by the Embassy
Embassy Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview at the Czech Embassy in their home country
Submission of Required Documents (2 copies each)
Signed application form with ID photo
Valid passport copy
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Legalized Bachelor’s diploma and transcript with certified Czech/English translations
Medical certificate (not older than 2 months)
Birth certificate (translated and legalized)
Motivation letter
Signed declarations:
Acceptance of scholarship terms
Acceptance of health insurance terms
Commitment to return to the home country after graduation
Final Selection
The Czech Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports will announce final decisions by June 2026
Start of Program
Students are expected to arrive in September 2026 and begin their studies shortly after
📞 Additional Information & Contacts
Official Guidelines (PDF): Available here
Contacts for Support:
Email: vladni.stipendia@dzs.cz
Application Help: registr@dzs.cz
Study in Czech Republic Info: www.studyin.cz
Residence Visa Support: https://ipc.gov.cz/en/
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