Do you want to study in Europe on a fully funded scholarship? If yes, then this opportunity is for you. The Austria Government Scholarships 2026 are now open, and the good news is that IELTS is not required for many programs.
Austria is a beautiful European country and part of the European Union. Every year, the Austrian Government offers scholarships to international students who want to study at Austrian universities. These scholarships are available for short courses, bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD programs.
Students from many countries can apply and receive full financial support to study in Austria.
Fields of Study Available
A wide range of subjects is offered under the Austria Government Scholarships. Students can apply in fields such as:
- Natural Sciences
- Technical and Engineering Sciences
- Health and Medical Sciences
- Human Medicine
- Social Sciences
- Agriculture
- Humanities
- Arts and related subjects
Why You Should Apply
This scholarship is a great chance for students who dream of studying at a top European university but cannot afford the cost. With full financial support and no IELTS requirement for many programs, Austria becomes an excellent option for international students.
Scholarship Details
- Study Country: Austria
- Study Level: Short Courses, Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded and Partial
- Eligible Nationalities: Students from developing countries and ADC priority countries
- Application Deadline: Between 1 March and 1 September (varies by program)
Financial Support Provided
The Austrian Government Scholarship covers most study-related expenses. Depending on the program, selected students may receive:
- Monthly scholarship amount
- Accommodation support
- Health insurance
- Travel allowance
Funding is provided by the Federal Ministry of Education, Science, and Research (BMBWF) of Austria.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Austria Government Scholarships, applicants must meet these requirements:
- Applicants must be international students (Austrian citizens are not eligible)
- For Bachelor’s programs, completion of 12 years of education is required
- For Master’s programs, a Bachelor’s degree is required
- For PhD programs, a Master’s degree is required
- Maximum age limit:
- Bachelor’s & Master’s: up to 35 years
- PhD: up to 40 years
Application Deadline
Applications for the Austria Government Scholarships 2026 are accepted from 1 March to 1 September, depending on the chosen program and university.
How to Apply
The application process is completely online. Interested students must apply through the official Austrian scholarship system and follow the instructions carefully for their selected program.