The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has officially opened applications for its Scholarship Programs for the 2026–2027 Academic Year. These prestigious scholarships are designed to support talented students from Member Countries and Muslim communities in non-Member Countries to pursue higher education and advanced research in priority development fields.
This is one of the most respected fully funded international scholarship programs in the world, focusing on human capital development, science, technology, and sustainable growth.
At FOSA News, we guide applicants through a professional and secure application process to ensure quality submissions and higher success rates.
🎓 About IsDB Scholarship Programs
Since its creation, IsDB has prioritized education as a tool for development:
- 1983 – Scholarship Program for Muslim Communities (SPMC)
- 1992 – Merit Scholarship Program (MSP) for PhD & Post-Doctoral studies
- 1998 – Master of Science Scholarship Program (M.Sc.)
- 2023–2025 Strategy – Strong focus on inclusive human capital development
These programs aim to produce future leaders, researchers, and innovators who will contribute to development in their countries and communities.
📚 Scholarship Levels Covered
✔️ Undergraduate (Bachelor’s)
✔️ Master’s (M.Sc.)
✔️ Doctorate (PhD)
✔️ Post-Doctoral Research
🌍 Who Can Apply?
✔️ Citizens of IsDB Member Countries
✔️ Muslim communities in non-Member Countries
✔️ Academically excellent students
✔️ Students committed to contributing to development in their home countries
💰 What Does the IsDB Scholarship Cover?
The IsDB Scholarship is fully funded, which usually includes:
✔️ Full tuition fees
✔️ Monthly living allowance
✔️ Accommodation support
✔️ Health insurance
✔️ Travel expenses
✔️ Research support (for PhD & Post-doc)
This allows students to focus fully on their studies without financial stress.
🎯 Fields of Study (Priority Areas)
IsDB scholarships typically focus on development-oriented disciplines, such as:
- Engineering & Technology
- Medicine & Health Sciences
- Agriculture & Food Security
- Climate Change & Sustainability
- Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
- Economics & Development Studies
- Biotechnology
- Renewable Energy
📝 Why Apply Through FOSA News?
To avoid errors and improve acceptance chances:
✔️ We guide you step-by-step
✔️ We verify your documents
✔️ We help with program selection
✔️ We ensure deadlines are respected
✔️ We provide professional application support