Romania Government Scholarships for Pakistani students: How to Apply

Scholarship Overview

The Romania Government Scholarship is a prestigious fully funded opportunity for international students, including those from Pakistan, to pursue higher education at top Romanian universities. The program supports studies at the undergraduate, master's, and PhD levels across a wide variety of academic disciplines. Administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this program seeks to foster cultural exchange by providing full tuition coverage, accommodation subsidies, and a monthly stipend.

Can Pakistani Students Apply?

Yes, Pakistani students are eligible to apply for the Romania Government Scholarship. The program is open to citizens from non-EU countries who meet the academic and procedural requirements. Since Pakistan is a non-EU nation and not excluded by any specific nationality clauses provided in the official documentation, eligible Pakistani applicants can participate in the annual selection process.

Funding and Benefits

This is a fully funded opportunity that covers essential academic costs, though it does not cover all living expenses. Benefits include:

• Full waiver of tuition fees.
• Accommodation in student dormitories (within available limits).
• A monthly stipend as per current Romanian legislation.

Please note that international travel to and from Romania, as well as domestic transport within Romania, are not covered. Applicants should plan for personal expenses related to these costs.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for these scholarships, applicants must meet several strict requirements:

• Academic Performance: You must have maintained an average grade of at least 7 (on the Romanian scale) or a "Good" score in your previous level of study.
• Age Limits: Applicants for bachelor’s and master’s programs must be under 35 years of age. Doctoral candidates must be under 45 years of age.
• Language Proficiency: Undergraduate and master’s programs are typically taught in Romanian. A preparatory year is provided for those who do not speak the language. PhD students may have the option to study in English or a foreign language depending on the doctoral school.
• Exclusions: You cannot be a citizen of an EU country, nor can you hold any form of protection or diplomatic status in Romania.

Required Documents

Prepare your application file with the following documents, ensuring all are scanned in PDF format:

• Authenticated copies of academic diplomas (Baccalaureate, Bachelor’s, Master’s).
• Transcripts of records for all completed studies.
• Copy of your passport (first three pages).
• Birth certificate.
• Detailed CV in English or French.
• For PhD applicants: A letter of intent and a written agreement from a doctoral tutor.

All documents must be accompanied by authorized translations if they are not already in English, French, Spanish, or Romanian.

Application Timeline

The application window typically opens in February and closes in March each year. It is highly recommended to monitor the official studyinromania portal starting in January to stay updated on the specific opening dates for the upcoming academic cycle.

Selection Process

Candidates are reviewed based on their academic transcripts and the completeness of their submitted files. Doctoral candidates must additionally pass an interview process with the host university's doctoral school before their application is finalized.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official online application portal.
2. Create an account and complete all required sections.
3. Upload all supporting documentation, ensuring they are clear, individual scans of the originals.
4. Review all entries before final submission, as incomplete files are generally disqualified.

Pakistan-Specific Application Advice

Pakistani students should ensure their documents are properly attested by the HEC (Higher Education Commission) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Pakistan, and then apostilled/authenticated as required by the Romanian authorities. Start the document translation process early to avoid delays during the February-March window.

Important Terms and Limitations

Accommodation is provided within the limit of available places; if university dorms are full, students are responsible for finding private housing. The scholarship cannot be deferred, and successful candidates are expected to enroll in the term for which they were selected.