Applications are now open for the Slovak Government Scholarship 2026 under the National Scholarship Programme (NSP). This initiative supports international students, PhD candidates, researchers, teachers, and artists who want to study, teach, or carry out research in Slovakia.
Funded by the Slovak Ministry of Education, the program focuses on short-term academic mobility at universities and research institutions.
Scholarship Details
- Country: Slovakia
- Sponsor: Slovak Government
- Level: Postgraduate / Research
- Deadline: April 30, 2026
- Funding: Living expenses + possible travel support
What You Get
- Monthly stipend for accommodation, food, and daily needs
- Travel grant (mainly for students and PhD candidates)
- Support with accommodation and entry process
Who Can Apply?
Students
- Must study outside Slovakia
- Master’s level or at least 2.5 years completed
- Must secure admission from a Slovak institution
Duration: 4–10 months
PhD Candidates
- Enrolled outside Slovakia
- Must have an invitation from a host institution
Duration: 1–10 months
Researchers, Teachers, Artists
- Must be invited by a Slovak institution
Duration: 1–10 months
Not Eligible
- Full-degree students already studying in Slovakia
- Applicants funded by programs like Erasmus+
- Anyone who spent over 15 months in Slovakia in the last 3 years
Selection Criteria
- Clear purpose for the stay
- Strong study or research plan
- Academic or professional track record
- Recommendation letters
- Overall application quality
Required Documents
Students
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Study plan
- 2 recommendation letters
- Proof of enrollment
- Transcripts
- Acceptance letter
PhD Applicants
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Research plan
- Supervisor recommendation
- Proof of enrollment
- Master’s certificate
- Publications (if any)
- Acceptance letter
Researchers/Teachers
- CV
- Work or research plan
- Academic certificate
- Publications list
- Invitation letter
Language
Submit applications in English or Slovak.
Provide official translations for other languages.
How to Apply
APPLY ONLINE VIA THE OFFICIAL PORTAL
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