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Turkey offers Pakistani students an excellent combination of cultural familiarity, Islamic environment, affordable living costs, and high-quality universities. The Türkiye Scholarships programme covers tuition, accommodation, and stipend — making it one of the most attractive fully-funded study options in the world.

Tuition/Year
USD 1,000–8,000 per year (free with scholarship)
Living/Year
USD 3,000–6,000 per year
IELTS
5.5–6.0 (many without IELTS)
Intakes
October (main), February (some programmes)

Top Universities

Boğaziçi University
QS #751-800
Middle East Technical University (METU)
QS #601-650
Istanbul Technical University
QS #751-800
Sabancı University
QS #601-650
Koç University
QS #551-600
Ankara University
QS #801-1000

Admission Requirements

  • Min 70% in high school (undergrad applicants, must be under 21)
  • Min 75% in Bachelor's degree (for Master's applicants)
  • IELTS 5.5–6.0 or TOEFL 72+ for English-taught programmes
  • Many universities offer English prep year — IELTS not always required
  • Türkiye Scholarships: strong SOP, essay & online interview required

Application Process with IGC

1

Türkiye Scholarships application (portal opens Jan, closes Feb — apply early)

2

Or direct university application for self-funded students

3

Acceptance letter + Student Visa D application at Turkish Embassy Islamabad

4

e-Visa for initial entry (if applicable)

5

Residence permit registration within 30 days of arrival

6

Full student support via IGC network

Key Benefits & Highlights

Türkiye Bursları: fully funded — tuition, housing, monthly stipend, health insurance & return flight
Applications exclusively via turkiyeburslari.gov.tr (free, open to all nationalities)
Urdu/Hindi widely understood in student communities; halal food & prayer facilities widely available
Turkish residence permit after 5 years of legal stay may lead to citizenship eligibility
Required Visa
Turkey Student Visa (Type D)
Available Intakes
October (main)
February (some programmes)
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