NAWA scholarships 2027: eligibility, funding, deadline and how to apply

🇵🇱 Poland · Offered by Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA) · For Master's, PhD applicants.

Updated 10 November 2026 · Researched from the sources listed at the end. Confirm current details on the official website before you apply.

Country: 🇵🇱 Poland
Provider: Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA)
Degree levels: Master's, PhD
Funding: Tuition waiver, monthly stipend and sometimes a Polish language course.
Deadline: 2026 cycle: portal 20 May – 27 Jun 2026. The 2027 call is expected around 20 May – 27 Jun 2027 (estimate).
Expected opening: Expected May 2027
Duration: Up to 2 years (Master's).
Professor contact: Not required to apply.

Official website

About the NAWA scholarships

Poland's government programmes for foreign students and researchers. Each programme names its eligible countries, so check which are open to Pakistan.

Eligibility

Who can apply

Depends on the programme: the Banach/Łukasiewicz programmes cover selected developing countries (Pakistan's eligibility is not confirmed for 2027); 'Poland: My First Choice' is for countries with high socio-economic development.

Academic requirements

Bachelor's degree and admission to an eligible Master's in Poland (often STEM).

Language requirements

English (B2) or Polish depending on the programme.

What the scholarship covers

Tuition waiver, monthly stipend and sometimes a Polish language course.

Tuition: Tuition waived at the host university.
Stipend and benefits: About PLN 1,500–2,500/month depending on the programme.
Duration: Up to 2 years (Master's).

Deadline and opening date

2026 cycle: portal 20 May – 27 Jun 2026. The 2027 call is expected around 20 May – 27 Jun 2027 (estimate).

Expected opening: Expected May 2027.

Required documents

NAWA online application
Degree and transcripts
Admission to a Polish university
Language certificate
Motivation letter
Recommendation letter

How to apply

Apply on the NAWA portal during the call and separately to the Polish university.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the NAWA scholarships?

What does the NAWA scholarships cover?

Tuition waiver, monthly stipend and sometimes a Polish language course. About PLN 1,500–2,500/month depending on the programme.

What is the NAWA scholarships deadline?

2026 cycle: portal 20 May – 27 Jun 2026. The 2027 call is expected around 20 May – 27 Jun 2027 (estimate). Expected opening: Expected May 2027.

Is IELTS required for the NAWA scholarships?

English (B2) or Polish depending on the programme.

Do I need a supervisor or professor's acceptance for the NAWA scholarships?

Not required to apply.

How do I apply for the NAWA scholarships?

Apply on the NAWA portal during the call and separately to the Polish university.

Sources

ScholarReach is an independent tool and is not affiliated with Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA). This page gives general information researched from public sources. Requirements, amounts and deadlines change every year: always confirm them on the official website.