Apply for IsDB scholarship is online only. No paper form, No fee to apply, Use official portal. Fake sites or people ask money – stay away.
Applications for 2026-2027 closed on January 31, 2026. Now prepare for next cycle (likely open late 2026 for 2027-2028). Process same every year. This guide tells full steps in easy way.
First check if you meet the eligibility rules simple. If yes, follow these steps.
Before You Start – Prepare These Things
Get ready before open portal. This saves time and no mistakes.
- Good email address – use one you check every day (Gmail or Yahoo best).
- Passport or ID copy – scan clear.
- School marks sheets and certificates – scan or photo clear.
- Health paper from doctor – get basic check.
- Teacher letters (2 or 3) – ask teachers early. They write good words about you.
- Your story paper – write why you want scholarship, how help people after study.
- CV – simple list of your school, activities.
- Language proof – if need (like IELTS or TOEFL for English).
- Research plan – if master’s or PhD (write what you study and why).
Scan all papers as PDF. Size small but clear. Keep copies safe.
If you from Pakistan, same rules as member country. Many Pakistan students apply every year.
Step by Step – How to Apply for IsDB Scholarship Online
The portal is isdbscholarships.smartsimple.com. Go there when apply open (check www.isdb.org/scholarships for news).
Step 1:
Make Account Go to portal. Click register or sign up. Put your email and make password. Confirm email (check inbox or spam). Now login.
Step 2:
Start New Application After login, see button “Apply Now” or “New Application”. Click it. Portal ask basic info like name, country.
Step 3:
Choose Your Scholarship Type Pick type that fits you (from our types of IsDB scholarships page):
- Undergraduate (bachelor).
- Master’s (M.Sc.).
- PhD or post-doc.
- IsDB-ISFD for poor countries.
- SPMC for Muslim communities.
Read description. Choose right one. Wrong choice hard to change.
Step 4:
Fill Personal Info Put name, birth date, address, phone, nationality. Be true. Use passport spelling.
Step 5:
Fill Academic Info Put school name, marks, year finish. For higher level, put previous degree details.
Step 6:
Choose Study Place and Subject Put preferred country or university (if know). Choose field like medicine, engineering (must match SDG goals). See booklets for allowed subjects.
Step 7:
Write Your Story and Plan Big part. Write personal statement: Why you need scholarship? Your goals? How help community after? For master’s/PhD, write research plan (what study, why important).
Keep simple and true. 500-1000 words.
Step 8:
Upload Documents Portal ask upload. Put clear scans:
- Passport or ID copy.
- Birth certificate.
- School marks and certificates.
- Health certificate from doctor.
- Recommendation letters (2-3 from teachers).
- CV.
- Language test if have.
- Admission letter if already have (not must for apply).
If paper not English, add translation.
Step 9:
Review and Submit Check all. Fix mistakes. Click submit. Get confirmation email.
Step 10:
Wait for Result They check papers. Maybe interview (online call). Results in months (April-June often).
Required Documents – Full List Table
Here table of papers most need:
| Document | Why Need | Format Tip | For Which Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passport or National ID Copy | Prove who you are | Clear scan, color | All |
| Birth Certificate | Prove age | Scan | All |
| High School or Previous Degree Marks Sheets | Show good marks | Certified copy | All |
| Health Certificate from Doctor | Show you healthy | Recent (last 6 months) | All |
| Recommendation Letters (2-3) | Teachers say you good | On letterhead, signed | All |
| Personal Statement or Motivation Letter | Tell your story | Your words, 500+ words | All |
| CV or Resume | Your background | Simple list | All |
| Research Proposal or Study Plan | For master/PhD | Detail what study | Master’s, PhD |
| Language Certificate (IELTS/TOEFL) | Show language good | If required | Some |
| Admission Letter from University | If already have | Not must for apply | Optional |
Upload in PDF. Name files clear like “Passport_YourName.pdf”.
Tips to Make Strong Application
- Start early – prepare papers before portal open.
- Write true story – tell real why you want and how help after.
- Good letters – ask teachers who know you well.
- Clear scans – no blur, good light.
- Match subjects to SDGs – like health, farming, tech.
- No fake info – they check.
- Save draft – portal allow save and come back.
- Check email every day – for messages.
For Pakistan students: Write how help Pakistan after study (e.g., better hospitals or farms).
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Many students lose chance from small mistakes.
- Wrong type choose – read our types page first.
- Missing papers – check list twice.
- Bad quality scan – blurry or cut off.
- Late submit – deadline strict (like January 31).
- Copy story from internet – they know.
- No check eligibility – waste time if not fit.
- Forget confirm email – cannot login.
- Apply other scholarship same time – rules no.
Avoid these, your chance better.
After Submit – What Happens Next
- Get email confirm.
- Portal show status.
- Wait – they review (months).
- Shortlist maybe interview (questions on story, goals).
- If choose, get offer letter.
- Then accept, sign agreement, get benefits like in our benefits page.
If not choose, try next year. Improve marks or story.
Important Notes
- Only official portal – isdbscholarships.smartsimple.com.
- No fee ever.
- Apply once only.
- For next cycle, watch IsDB site December time.
- Download booklets for your type – they have exact steps.
This guide tells full how to apply in easy way. Good luck! Prepare now for next open.