The Qatar Government Scholarships 2025–2026 are now open for applications! Funded by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE), these fully funded undergraduate scholarships aim to support Qatari students in achieving academic excellence at home and abroad.
This initiative is part of Qatar’s National Vision 2030, designed to invest in human capital, strengthen educational opportunities, and build a highly skilled workforce for the future.
Host Country: Qatar
Scholarship Provider: Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE) – Qatar
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Eligible Applicants: Qatari Nationals only
Application Period: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025
1. Amiri Scholarship Programme
For top-performing students admitted to:
The world’s top 24 universities, or
The top five universities in Qatar
Priority fields: Medicine, Engineering, Innovation
2. Abroad Scholarship Programme
Study opportunities at leading global institutions in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, and beyond
Open to all disciplines, including education, sports, creative industries, and professional diplomas
3. Local Scholarship Programme (includes the Tomouh Program)
Supports undergraduate studies at accredited universities in Qatar, especially those in Education City
Focus areas: Medicine, Engineering, Health Sciences, Applied Sciences
Scholarships are available across a wide range of disciplines, including:
Medicine
Engineering
Computer Science
Health Sciences
Education
Applied Sciences
Sports & Creative Industries
Professional Diplomas
Amiri Scholarship & Medicine Abroad
QAR 8,000–12,000/month (basic + travel allowance)
QAR 40,000 pre-travel grant
Two business-class tickets per year
Study years counted toward national service
General Abroad Scholarships
QAR 8,000/month basic allowance
QAR 6,000/month travel allowance
QAR 25,000 pre-travel bonus
Annual economy-class flight tickets
Local Scholarship Stipends
List 1 (QAR 10,000/month): Medicine, Education, Emergency Response
List 2 (QAR 8,000/month): Engineering, Computer Science, Health Sciences
List 3 (QAR 6,000/month): Applied Sciences & Arts
List 4 (QAR 4,000/month): Professional Diplomas
👩🎓 Develop National Talent through world-class education
📈 Support Qatar’s Economic Growth with skilled graduates
🎓 Ensure Equal Access to quality higher education
🌍 Promote Diversity across academic disciplines
🔑 Align Education with National Strategic Priorities
Applicants must:
Be Qatari nationals
Hold a high school diploma or higher qualification
Meet the required academic performance standards
Apply to approved universities and programs
Prepare your documents (academic transcripts, proof of admission, etc.)
Access the official Qatar Government Scholarship Portal
Submit your application between July 1 – September 30, 2025
Ensure submission is completed before the deadline
1. Who is eligible to apply?
Only Qatari citizens with a high school diploma or higher qualification.
2. Can I choose any university abroad?
Yes. Students may now pursue any specialization abroad, including education, sports, and professional diplomas.
3. What is special about the Amiri Scholarship Programme?
It is designed for high-achieving students, offering up to QAR 12,000/month, a QAR 40,000 travel grant, business-class flights, and national service credit.
4. Are non-Qatari students eligible?
No. The scholarships are exclusively for Qatari nationals.
5. What benefits do local scholarships provide?
Monthly stipends from QAR 4,000 to QAR 10,000, depending on the field of study, at accredited Qatari universities.
6. Which fields are considered priorities?
Medicine, Engineering, Education, Computer Science, Health Sciences, Emergency Response, and Innovation-related fields.