Presidential State Scholarship of the Republic of Uzbekistan
The Presidential State Scholarship of the Republic of Uzbekistan is one of the most prestigious state scholarships awarded to talented students and young researchers who demonstrate excellent academic performance, active research engagement and significant achievements in their field of study.
Legal Basis
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan
On the encouragement and material incentives for gifted young people in Uzbekistan
Read the documentResolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan
On amendments and additions to certain decisions of the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan, as well as deeming some of them to have lost their force
Effective from: January 6, 2026
Read the documentWho Can Apply
UWED students at the following degree levels may apply for the Presidential State Scholarship.
Bachelor's Students
- Citizens of the Republic of Uzbekistan
- Full-time bachelor's students with excellent academic performance throughout the entire period of study
- At least two published research works relevant to the field of study
- Active participation in scientific or creative activities
- Knowledge of the state language, one foreign language and the history of Uzbekistan
- Knowledge of information technologies in accordance with requirements established by the Ministry
Master's Students
- Citizens of the Republic of Uzbekistan
- Full-time master's students with excellent grades in all subjects throughout the entire period of study
- At least two published works
- Participation in conferences or competitions
- Knowledge of the state language, one foreign language and the history of Uzbekistan
- Knowledge of information technologies in accordance with requirements established by the Ministry
Basic Doctoral Students
- Citizens of the Republic of Uzbekistan
- Final-year basic doctoral students
- At least two published works in leading scientific journals
- Publications in international conference materials
- Dissertation readiness of at least 70%
- Excellent results in qualification exams
- Knowledge of the state language, one foreign language and the history of Uzbekistan
Selection Process
Required Documents
- Copy of transcript
- Recommendation from the School Dean's Office and department
- Recommendation from the research or academic supervisor
- List of scientific works and copies of publications
- Documents confirming participation in conferences, competitions or academic events
- Certificates from the language department and history department, where applicable
- Documents confirming achievements, awards, patents or other relevant results
All documents are submitted in a folder. The cover should indicate the scholarship name, the candidate's full name, faculty, programme, year and group.
Assessment Criteria
| Criterion | Maximum Score |
|---|---|
| Research works: scientific articles, theses and other works | up to 30 |
| Additional research works | up to 10 |
| Achievements: state awards, international and national olympiads, competitions, patents, inventions and others | up to 20 |
| Language certificate | up to 10 |
| Test results in history of Uzbekistan, information technologies and foreign languages | up to 30 |
| Total | 100 |
Minimum passing threshold for the test stage: 55% of the maximum possible score.
Benefits
Official Certificate
Recipients of the Presidential State Scholarship are awarded the certificate "Prezident stipendiyasining sohibi".
Direct Path to Doctoral Studies
Master's recipients are admitted to basic doctoral studies within two years after graduation, without entrance examinations and on the basis of the State Budget.
Direct Path to Master's Programme
Bachelor's recipients are admitted to a relevant master's programme within two years after graduation, without competition and on the basis of an additional state grant.
Previous Winners
Xolmurodov Otabek Alimardonovich
School of International Relations, 4th year
Bachelor
2026
Javoxir Imamov
School of International Economics and Management, 4th year
Bachelor
2025
Fazliddin Djamalov
School of International Relations, 4th year
Bachelor
2023
Aminova (Ibodova) Sadoqat Karomiddinovna
School of International Relations, 4th year
Bachelor
2022
Zaynobiddinova Farangiz Baxtiyor qizi
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Doctoral student
2021
Xolmurodov Otabek Alimardonovich
School of International Relations, 4th year
Bachelor
2026
Javoxir Imamov
School of International Economics and Management, 4th year
Bachelor
2025
Fazliddin Djamalov
School of International Relations, 4th year
Bachelor
2023
Aminova (Ibodova) Sadoqat Karomiddinovna
School of International Relations, 4th year
Bachelor
2022
Zaynobiddinova Farangiz Baxtiyor qizi
—
Doctoral student
2021
Information
The university may set internal deadlines for collecting and reviewing documents before the official submission period. Students are advised to follow official UWED announcements and contact the relevant School Dean's Office for further details. Specific deadlines, document requirements and selection details may be updated annually in accordance with the official competition procedure.