The Fully Funded TWAS TUBITAK Postgraduate Fellowship in Turkey is open to all internationals. It is an excellent opportunity to pursue a fellowship program in Turkey. The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK) and TWAS have collaborated to create a fellowship initiative for scholars from developing nations in the world's Southern regions. This PhD Fellowship enables fellows to conduct research for a doctoral degree in the natural sciences and closely related fields. The main aim of this fellowship is to promote scientific research and cooperation between developing countries and Turkey.  

TWAS-TUBITAK fellows can research in various fields, spanning the natural and applied sciences, including but not limited to disciplines such as biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, engineering, and environmental sciences. The TWAS-TUBITAK Postgraduate Fellowship typically covers a period of 6 to 12 months, during which fellows can engage in their research activities. The program is a notable opportunity sponsored by the World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) and TUBITAK. It is a part of the broader effort to promote scientific research and cooperation between developing countries and Turkey.

Moreover, the TWAS fellowship has significantly impacted the careers of numerous scholars from developing countries. It supports academic and research growth and promotes international collaboration and the sharing of scientific expertise. 

The benefits of the Fully Funded TWAS TUBITAK Postgraduate Fellowship in Turkey are:

1. TUBITAK grants fellows a monthly stipend to cover their living expenses during the fellowship period.

2. It will also support researchers in traveling to Turkey and back to their home or residing country. Additionally, the program will cover expenses associated with obtaining the necessary visas.

3. Host institutes will be responsible for waiving or covering all study-related fees, including tuition, registration, and research expenses. Hence, it ensures that the financial burden on the fellows is minimized.

4. Moreover, the TUBITAK Fellowship offers health insurance coverage. Giving peace of mind and access to healthcare services to fellows during their stay.

5. Fellows benefit from the guidance and mentorship provided by academic advisors and host institutions.

6. The international fellowship program encourages fellows to collaborate with Turkish researchers and institutions. Thus encouraging international research partnerships.

7. The fellowship is a great opportunity to pursue PhD research in Turkey.

The eligibility criteria for the Fully Funded TWAS TUBITAK Postgraduate Fellowship in Turkey are stated below:

1. Applicants must hold a master’s degree or an equivalent qualification in natural and applied sciences, with a focus on one of the fields specified earlier.

2. Fellows should be at most 35 years old at the time of application.

3. All applicants should be permanent residents and citizens of a developing country in the Southern region. For a complete list, visit the official website through the link given at the end.

4. Moreover, developing countries not included in this list are still eligible to apply.

5. Special encouragement is given to candidates from Science and Technology Lagging countries (STLC) and women.

6. Applicants must not possess any type of visa for temporary or permanent residency in Turkey or any other developed country.

7. Individuals already present in Turkey as residents are not eligible to apply for the TWAS fellowship.

8. Applicants must commit to dedicating their full attention to the TWAS-TUBITAK Postgraduate Fellowship and refrain from taking on additional assignments during its duration.

9. They should not have any prior history of receiving a fellowship through this program.

10. Similarly, upon completion of the fellowship, it is mandatory for all fellows to return to their home country.

11. Applicants must also submit an official acceptance letter from an eligible department, institution, or laboratory associated with a public or private university in Turkey or from TÜBİTAK Research Centers and Institutes.

Documents Required:

1. Acceptance letter

2. Registration and no objection Certificate (sample is available on TUBITAK’s official website)

3. Research proposal

4. Proof of English Language proficiency