2026 SUMMER YOUTH CAMPS – APPLICATIONS

Applications for the 2026 Summer Youth Camps Have Begun!

The application process for the 2026 Summer Youth Camps, organized annually by the Ministry of Youth and Sports, has begun. In 2026, our Blue (Sea) Camps and Green (Nature) Camps will once again offer young people an unforgettable camp experience.

Application Dates

📅 Application deadline for the first 5 periods: June 21, 2026
📅 Application deadline for the remaining periods: July 26, 2026
📍 Applications can be submitted via e-genc.gsb.gov.tr.

Young people who do not have access to online application facilities may apply in person with the assistance of officials at their nearest Youth Center.

For information about the nearest Youth Center, please visit:
Youth Centers – Contact

Camp Duration and Periods

• Each camp period lasts 6 days.

• Separate camp periods are organized for male and female participants.

Application Requirements and Priorities

🟢 The camps are completely free of charge. All expenses, including transportation, are covered by the Ministry.

🛡️ Participants are provided with travel and health insurance throughout the camp period and during transportation.

Applicants are directed according to their residential address registered in MERNİS. Alternatively, applicants may select a different province using the “Alternative Province” option.

Example: A young person studying at a university in Ankara but spending the summer vacation in Trabzon may select either Ankara, their registered province of residence, or Trabzon, where they will spend their vacation, depending on the available camp dates.

🎯 Subject to meeting the age requirements, each young person may participate only once in a Blue (Sea) Camp and once in a Green (Nature) Camp.

Priority Groups

Priority will be given to:

• Applicants whose monthly family income is below TRY 28,075.50 (the 2026 minimum wage),

• Members of Youth Centers affiliated with the Ministry,

• Applicants who can document their academic success,

• Young people who have applied during the last three years but were unable to attend a camp.

Applications from young people who are siblings or children of martyrs or veterans will be approved directly.

🔖 Applicants who are entitled to participate in the camps must submit the relevant supporting documents to the Youth Center during final registration. Applications of those who fail to provide the required documents will be considered invalid, and places will be allocated to reserve candidates.

Age Groups and Participation Requirements

📌 Age groups will be determined based on the year of birth.

📌 Young people between the ages of 12 and 25 may apply.

Blue (Sea) Camps – Male/Female:

• Ages 12–13: Born in 2014–2013

• Ages 14–15: Born in 2012–2011

Green (Nature) Camps – Male/Female:

• Ages 16–17: Born in 2010–2009

• Ages 18–22: Born in 2008–2004

• Ages 23–25: Born in 2003–2001

❗ Applications containing incomplete or inaccurate information will not be accepted.

Application Results

📢 Results for the first 5 periods will be announced no later than June 23, 2026, via e-genc.gsb.gov.tr.

Results for the remaining periods will be announced no later than July 28, 2026, via e-genc.gsb.gov.tr.

📄 Those selected to participate in a camp must have the application documents downloaded from the system approved by the Youth Center at least 7 days before the camp start date.

📝 Applicants who are under the age of 18 on the date they submit their application form must submit the form in person with their parent or legal guardian’s signature.

Detailed Information and Contact

For detailed information about the Youth Camps:

General Directorate of Youth Services

ALO GSB: 444 0 472