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Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Scholarship for Palestinians 2026

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) runs several scholarship programmes directly relevant to Palestinian students, including the IsDB Merit Scholarship for students in OIC member countries, a humanitarian track for Palestinian refugees through UNRWA, and the Talent Nurture Programme for postgraduate research.

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Palestinians resident in OIC member states — including Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, and Gulf countries — are eligible for IsDB Merit Scholarships under that country's allocation. UNRWA-registered Palestinian refugees have a separate dedicated pathway.

  • OIC Merit Scholarship: Palestinians resident in Jordan, Egypt, Turkey or any OIC member state are eligible under that country's quota
  • UNRWA track: UNRWA-registered Palestinian refugees have a dedicated scholarship pathway
  • Covers full tuition + living allowance + medical insurance
  • Available for Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD levels
  • Programs at universities in Europe, North America, and the Muslim world

IsDB application tips

  • Apply through the IsDB country office in your host country — Jordan, Egypt, or Turkey — not through Palestine directly
  • UNRWA registration significantly improves eligibility for the refugee track
  • Applications typically open October–January for the following academic year

Islamic Development Bank Scholarships for Palestinians

IsDB Merit Scholarship, UNRWA refugee track, and Talent Nurture Programme.

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Scholarships for Palestinians 2026 — Complete Guide | ScholarPal

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Scholarships for Palestinians — full list · The Maycock-Whileman Scholarship · IsDB Undergraduate Scholarship Programme · UNRWA Scholarships · IsDB Science, ...

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Multiple (Isdb Member Countries - 57 Countries)Master's, Bachelor's, PhD, Master, Postdoc, Bachelor

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We are pleased to inform you that the applications period for the IsDB Scholarship Programs for the academic year 2024 – 2025 officially closed.  We appreciate the effort et enthusiasm of all applicants who participated. Successful awardees will be notified through emails. We wish all applicants the best of luck and look forward to announcing the list of awardees of our Scholarship Programs soon.   We are pleased to inform you that the applications period for the IsDB Scholarship Programs for the academic year 2024 – 2025 officially closed. We appreciate the effort et enthusiasm of all applicants who participated. Successful awardees will be notified through emails. We wish all applicants the best of luck and look forward to announcing the list of awardees of our Scholarship Programs soon. Mindful of the importance of qualified human resources for social advancement and sustainable development, the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has been very keen from the outset of its establishment to focus on human capital development alongside its mainstream development financing activities. In recognition of the vital need to develop the human resources of the Muslim communities in

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Merit-based scholarships from the Islamic Development Bank for students from OIC member countries.

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Frequently asked questions

Are Palestinian students eligible for IsDB scholarships?

Yes. Palestinians resident in an OIC member state (Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, Gulf states) can apply under that country's IsDB allocation. UNRWA-registered Palestinian refugees have a dedicated scholarship track.

What does the IsDB scholarship cover?

The IsDB Merit Scholarship covers full tuition, a monthly living allowance, medical insurance, and travel allowance. The exact amounts vary by host country and programme type.

Do I need IELTS for an IsDB scholarship?

IsDB does not set a universal IELTS requirement — it depends on the host university. Many IsDB-partner universities in Turkey and Malaysia accept MOI letters or Duolingo as alternatives.

Can I apply for IsDB to study in Europe?

Yes. The IsDB Scholarship is not limited to Muslim-majority countries. Scholars have studied at universities in Germany, France, UK, and the US through the programme.

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