The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) invites applications from academically qualified and financially needy students for the Scholarship Program for Muslim Communities in Non-Member Countries (SPMC). This program aims to support talented youth who face financial barriers to higher education and who are committed to serving their communities and contributing to national development.

The Islamic Development Bank implements the SPMC in collaboration with national Counterpart Organizations (CPOs) and IsDB Education Trusts (IETs) within eligible countries. The program focuses on strengthening human capital through education while promoting long-term community development, leadership, and social responsibility. Register now for new programs at MK SCHOLARS

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS
The IsDB SPMC provides comprehensive financial support, including:
• Full tuition fees paid directly to the university
• Monthly living stipend based on the local cost of living
• Books and clothing allowance equivalent to three months’ stipend
• Annual medical treatment costs at a public or university hospital
• For students studying abroad (where applicable):
 Return economy-class air tickets at the beginning and end of studies
 Installation allowance
The scholarship operates as an interest-free loan (Qard Hasan), repayable after graduation and employment through a local IsDB Education Trust.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
• Be a Muslim student from an eligible non-member country
• Demonstrate financial need
• Be academically meritorious
• Be 24 years old or younger at the time of application
• Have completed senior secondary education (or equivalent) with good grades in science subjects
• Provide proof of language proficiency in the medium of instruction (e.g., English or French)
• Be medically fit
• Be willing to study full-time in their home country
• Not be an IsDB staff member or a close relative of IsDB staff
• Not be receiving another scholarship that duplicates IsDB support

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
The SPMC focuses on undergraduate and first-degree studies in priority development fields, including:
• Medicine
• Engineering
• Agriculture
• Dentistry
• Pharmacy
• Veterinary Science
• Nursing
• Nutrition
• Computer Science
• Forestry
• Fisheries and related disciplines

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Applicants are required to submit:
• Certified copies of academic certificates and transcripts
• Proof of admission or application to an eligible program (desirable)
• Proof of language proficiency (if applicable)
• Certified translation of documents not in English or French
• Medical fitness declaration
• Any additional documents requested by the national Counterpart Organization

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APPLICATION PROCEDURES
1. Visit the application link at the bottom of this page to start your application and upload all the required documents to submit your application.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Repayment of the scholarship loan begins after gainful employment and supports future scholars.
• The scholarship does not cover visa costs, family support, personal equipment (e.g., laptops), extracurricular training, or conference expenses.
Eligible countries include Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Ghana, India, Sri Lanka, and other listed non-member countries, which can be found by clicking the application link at the bottom of this page.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
The application deadline is on 31st January 2026