National Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program in Turkey

  •  Fellowship
  •  The deadline for applications is 05 September 2025 at 1730 (UTC+3).
  •   Turkey
  • $$  Fellowship funding for postdoctoral research

The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye (TÜB?TAK) is now accepting applications for the 2218 National Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program 2025. This prestigious program, administered by TÜB?TAK’s Scientist Support Programmes Directorate (B?DEB), supports talented postdoctoral researchers in conducting innovative research at Turkish universities, research centers, technoparks, and R&D institutions.

Applicants must hold a PhD degree and propose a research project to be carried out at a host institution in Türkiye. The program is open to Turkish citizens and eligible international researchers aiming to contribute to national research priorities and enhance their academic expertise.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Türkiye and international applicants (if specified by TÜB?TAK)

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any research field aligned with national priority areas.

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

    • Hold a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree.

    • Plan to conduct postdoctoral research at a Turkish higher education institution, public research center, R&D/design center, research infrastructure, or technopark company.

    • Demonstrate a strong research proposal aligned with Türkiye’s strategic needs.

Offered Benefits

  • Financial support for postdoctoral research activities.

  • Opportunities for academic collaboration and career development.

  • Access to Türkiye’s advanced research infrastructure and innovation ecosystems.

  • Enhanced academic visibility and contribution to national scientific development.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted via the TÜB?TAK Management Information System (TUBITAK-B?DEB).

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