How to Apply for Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship 2026/27

The Government of Hungary has officially opened applications for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship 2026/2027. The program invites international students from all partner countries, including Pakistan, to apply for Bachelor’s, Master’s, One-Tier Master’s, PhD, and Non-Degree programs at top Hungarian universities.

Launched in 2013 by the Hungarian Government and coordinated by the Tempus Public Foundation (TPF) under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, this program aims to strengthen international relations and promote Hungary’s higher education worldwide.

Today, more than 30 Hungarian universities participate in the scheme, offering over 800 English-taught programs across a wide range of disciplines, including medicine, engineering, law, business, IT, and the arts.

Featured Programmes and Study Options

Students may apply for up to two different study programs (in order of preference). Available study modes include:

Full-Time Degree Programs

Bachelor’s Programs: 2–4 years (BA, BSc)
Master’s Programs: 1.5–2 years (MA, MSc)
One-Tier Master’s Programs: 5–6 years (Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Architecture, Law, Veterinary Science, etc.)
Doctoral Programs: 2+2 years (PhD)

Non-Degree Programs

Preparatory Courses in Hungarian Language: 1 year
Postgraduate Specialist Training: 1–2 years (Certificate)
Partial Studies: 5–10 months (Exchange Programs)

Find eligible study programs and institutions via the official Study Finder tool.

Participating Universities

Here is a list of all 35 universities in Hungary where you can apply for this scholarship.

University Name	City / Location
Andrássy University Budapest	Budapest
Bhaktivedanta College	Budapest
Budapest Circus Arts and Contemporary Dance College	Budapest
Budapest Metropolitan University	Budapest
Budapest University of Economics and Business (formerly Budapest Business School)	Budapest
Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME)	Budapest
Corvinus University of Budapest	Budapest
Dennis Gabor University	Budapest
Eötvös József College	Baja
Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE)	Budapest
Eszterházy Károly Catholic University	Eger
Gál Ferenc University	Szeged
Hungarian Dance University	Budapest
Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE)	Gödöllő
Hungarian University of Fine Arts	Budapest
Hungarian University of Sports Science	Budapest
International Business School (IBS)	Budapest
John von Neumann University	Kecskemét
Károli Gáspár University of the Reformed Church in Hungary	Budapest
Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design (MOME)	Budapest
Óbuda University	Budapest
Pázmány Péter Catholic University	Budapest
Sárospatak Reformed Theological University	Sárospatak
Semmelweis University	Budapest
Széchenyi István University	Győr
University of Debrecen	Debrecen
University of Dunaújváros	Dunaújváros
University of Miskolc	Miskolc
University of Nyíregyháza	Nyíregyháza
University of Pannonia	Veszprém
University of Pécs	Pécs
University of Public Service (NKE)	Budapest
University of Sopron	Sopron
University of Szeged	Szeged
University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest	Budapest

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship 2026/27, applicants must:

Be citizens of a partner country listed under the Partners tab (Pakistan included)
Be at least 18 years old by 31 August 2026.
Hold a high school diploma (for Bachelor’s) or a relevant Bachelor’s/Master’s degree (for postgraduate programs).
Meet language requirements such as English proficiency certified by an international test (IELTS, TOEFL, or university equivalent).
Apply through the designated Sending Partner in their home country (applications submitted directly to universities will not be considered).
Not hold dual citizenship with Hungary.
Applicants already studying in Hungary as self-financed students may reapply only if recommended by their host university and maintain a high academic record.

Scholarship Benefits

Successful candidates receive complete financial support from the Hungarian Government, including:

Full Tuition Fee Exemption
Monthly Stipend:
- HUF 43,700/month (Bachelor’s & Master’s students)
- HUF 140,000/month (Doctoral students, first phase)
- HUF 180,000/month (Doctoral students, second phase)
Free Dormitory Accommodation or a Housing Allowance (HUF 40,000/month)
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Travel Reimbursement (from Pakistan to Hungary and back)

Documents Required

According to the Official Application Guide 2025/26, applicants must prepare the following documents (in English or with official translations):

Online Application Form
Educational Certificates (High school/Bachelor’s/Master’s diploma)
Transcripts of Records
Proof of Language Proficiency (or certificate of instruction medium)
Copy of Passport / National ID
Motivation Letter (written in English or the language of instruction)
Medical Certificate (only required after nomination, submitted by 15 April 2026)
Two Letters of Recommendation (for PhD applicants)
Research Proposal (for Doctoral programs)
Portfolio (for Art applicants)

Note: Applicants without certain documents (like a final diploma or passport) can submit a signed declaration and upload the missing files later (no later than 1 August 2026).

How to Apply

The entire process is online and free of charge.

Check Partner Country Eligibility: Visit the Partners Page to confirm that your country has a bilateral agreement with Hungary and identify your Sending Partner institution.
Choose Your Study Programme: Browse through available degrees using the Study Finder and select up to two programs in order of preference.
Register Online: Create an account on the official application platform.
Complete the Application Form: Fill in your personal data, educational background, and upload all required documents. Make sure all mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk *) are filled.
Submit to the Sending Partner: Submit your application online and to your country’s Sending Partner authority before their local deadline (some vary by country).
Nomination and Selection: Your Sending Partner will review and nominate eligible candidates. The Tempus Public Foundation and Hungarian universities then conduct an institutional evaluation and final selection.
Medical Examination & Final Acceptance: Nominated candidates must submit a Medical Certificate (issued after 1 November 2025) and await their Letter of Admission from the host university.

Deadline Dates

Process Stage	Date
Application Opens	November 2025
Application Deadline	15 January 2026
Nomination Results	March 2026
Medical Certificate Submission	15 April 2026
Final Document Submission (if missing)	1 August 2026
Studies Begin in Hungary	September 2026