Hungary’s Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship offers international students the chance to pursue higher education in Europe without paying tuition fees. Scholars also receive a monthly stipend to support living costs and access to health insurance, making it one of the most comprehensive funding opportunities for studying abroad, as per a report by NDTV.

Who can apply?

The scholarship is open to students from countries that have a bilateral education agreement with Hungary. In India, nominations are facilitated through the Ministry of Education or other authorised organisations.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a citizen of an eligible partner country

• Have the required academic qualification for the chosen programme (for example, a bachelor’s degree for a master’s application)

• Be at least 18 years old at the time of admission

Benefits

• Full tuition fee waiver for the entire programme duration

• Monthly stipend of around HUF 43,700 (approx. Rs 22,000) to help cover living expenses

• Health insurance with access to Hungary’s public healthcare services

How to apply

Applications must be submitted through the official portal: stipendiumhungaricum.hu

Required documents include:

• Motivation letter

• Academic transcripts

• Proof of language proficiency

• Valid passport

Applicants must also register with their country’s designated sending partner.

The scholarship covers studies at over 30 Hungarian universities across a wide range of disciplines. For detailed guidelines, timelines, and eligibility criteria, students should visit the official website.