Czech Government Scholarship for Developing Countries
Fully funded scholarships offered by the Government of the Czech Republic for students from eligible developing countries to pursue follow up Master's or doctoral studies at public higher education institutions.
Quick Facts
Status
Opening SoonFunding
Fully FundedDeadline
30 September 2026
Country
Czech RepublicAbout the Czech Government Scholarship for Developing Countries
The Government of the Czech Republic offers scholarships within the framework of its Foreign Development Cooperation to support foreign nationals from selected developing countries. Eligible students can study at public institutions of higher education in the Czech Republic.
Granting scholarships to citizens of developing countries for studies at Czech public higher education institutions is an important part of the foreign development cooperation of the Czech Republic. From the late 1950s to the present day, over 20,000 foreign nationals have completed their studies at Czech universities with a government scholarship.
These scholarships are governed by the Resolution of the Government of the Czech Republic No. 870 as of 27 November 2024. The program is established as part of a joint foreign development cooperation program pursued by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and implemented in cooperation with the Ministry of Health.
Scholarships are available for two main tracks based on the language of instruction. Czech language studies include a one year preparatory course of the Czech language provided by the Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies, Charles University, followed by follow up Master's study programmes in selected areas for applicants from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Ukraine, and Belarus. English language studies include selected follow up Master's programmes and selected doctoral programmes for applicants from all eligible countries.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Long tradition of foreign development cooperation spanning from the late 1950s with over 20,000 alumni
Covers public institutions of higher education in the Czech Republic
Includes language preparation support through Charles University for Czech medium tracks
Offers options for both Master's and doctoral degree levels
What the Scholarship Covers
Studying in Czech Republic
Scholarships are intended solely for foreign nationals from specific developing countries and cannot be awarded to citizens of the Czech Republic, EU citizens, or permanent residents.
Eligibility Requirements
6 requirements
Documents Checklist
2 documents required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Register and access the electronic application form on the official portal between 21 August 2026 and 30 September 2026
Fill in the electronic application form, complete the motivation letter, and submit necessary details by 30 September 2026
Complete the mandatory general study prerequisites test (and English test for English medium applicants) during application submission
Wait for application evaluation and selection results for the 2027/2028 academic year
Application Timeline
21 August 2026
Application Opening
Electronic application portal opens.
30 September 2026
Application Deadline
Applications, motivation letters, and mandatory tests must be completed.
2027/2028 academic year
Academic Year Start
Successful applicants begin their studies.
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Read the binding Guidelines for Granting Scholarships of the Government of the Czech Republic carefully before applying
Ensure you submit your electronic application by the exact deadline of 30 September 2026
Prepare for the online entrance English language test if applying for English medium studies
Applicants for Czech language studies must successfully complete the general study prerequisites test
Check that your country of citizenship is among the explicitly listed eligible developing countries
Direct any unanswered technical or application questions to the registration support email at registr@dzs.cz
Important Links & Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions - click any to expand
Citizens of specific developing countries listed by the government may apply, including Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Ukraine, Belarus democratic forces, Ethiopia, Gabon, Mauritania, Zambia, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Palestine, Guatemala, and Honduras.
The scholarship supports follow up Master's programmes in the Czech language preceded by a one year language course, as well as selected follow up Master's and doctoral programmes taught in English.
The application period runs from 21 August until 30 September 2026 for the academic year 2027/2028.
Applicants must complete a general study prerequisites test. Applicants for English medium studies must also complete an online entrance English language test.
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