Banach Scholarship Programme (NAWA)

Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA)

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Citizens of 36 listed countries (for example India, Nigeria, Ukraine, Brazil), not Polish citizens, with a first-cycle degree obtained no earlier than two years ago (or finishing by mid-July); no master's diploma yet; Polish B2 for Polish-taught or English B2 for English-taught study.

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About this opportunity

A Polish development-cooperation scholarship for Master studies in English or Polish. The 2026 spring call closed on 8 May 2026, so prepare early for the next call.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Citizens of 36 listed countries (for example India, Nigeria, Ukraine, Brazil), not Polish citizens, with a first-cycle degree obtained no earlier than two years ago (or finishing by mid-July); no master's diploma yet; Polish B2 for Polish-taught or English B2 for English-taught study.
2. Note the deadline. Apr – May (annual; the call for winter semester 2026/27 closed on 8 May 2026 - the next call is expected to open around Apr 2027 and closes early if a country group reaches its application limit) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. CV; Bachelor diploma or proof of final semester; Language proof; Motivation letter; University application documents.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Competitive selection by NAWA

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Tips from our advisors

1. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
2. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
3. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
4. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.
5. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
6. Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline. Portals slow down on the last day.

Quick answers

Who can apply for Banach Scholarship Programme (NAWA)?

Citizens of 36 listed countries (for example India, Nigeria, Ukraine, Brazil), not Polish citizens, with a first-cycle degree obtained no earlier than two years ago (or finishing by mid-July); no master's diploma yet; Polish B2 for Polish-taught or English B2 for English-taught study.

What does Banach Scholarship Programme (NAWA) cover?

Monthly stipend of PLN 2,500 (up to 12 months a year), exemption from tuition fees at public universities and NAWA preparatory courses, and a one-time travel lump sum

When is the deadline for Banach Scholarship Programme (NAWA)?

Apr – May (annual; the call for winter semester 2026/27 closed on 8 May 2026 - the next call is expected to open around Apr 2027 and closes early if a country group reaches its application limit) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Banach Scholarship Programme (NAWA)?

Host countries: Poland.

What documents do I need for Banach Scholarship Programme (NAWA)?

CV; Bachelor diploma or proof of final semester; Language proof; Motivation letter; University application documents.

How are applicants selected for Banach Scholarship Programme (NAWA)?

Competitive selection by NAWA

How much work is the Banach Scholarship Programme (NAWA) application?

High: NAWA online application + university admission