Government Scholarships of the Slovak Republic

Ministry of Education, Research, Development and Youth of Slovakia

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Details checked on 18 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Eligible applicants from countries covered by Slovakia's development-cooperation scholarship programme; country and programme conditions apply

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About this opportunity

Government-funded scholarships under Slovakia's development-cooperation programme. The 2026/27 application deadline has passed; monitor the ministry for the next annual call.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Eligible applicants from countries covered by Slovakia's development-cooperation scholarship programme; country and programme conditions apply
2. Note the deadline. May (annual; the last known deadline was 25 May 2026 - the next round should be announced on the official page) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Online application; passport; education certificates; medical or language documents if required; documents specified in the annual call.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Eligibility and selection under the annual programme rules

Profile of past winners

Not stated

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Tips from our advisors

1. Check the annual country list and financial terms before preparing a future application
2. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
3. Contact potential supervisors before you apply. Send a one-page research summary and a short, specific email.
4. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
5. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
6. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
7. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.

Quick answers

Who can apply for Government Scholarships of the Slovak Republic?

Eligible applicants from countries covered by Slovakia's development-cooperation scholarship programme; country and programme conditions apply

What does Government Scholarships of the Slovak Republic cover?

See official 2026/27 financial terms and country-specific programme list

When is the deadline for Government Scholarships of the Slovak Republic?

May (annual; the last known deadline was 25 May 2026 - the next round should be announced on the official page) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Government Scholarships of the Slovak Republic?

Host countries: Slovakia.

What documents do I need for Government Scholarships of the Slovak Republic?

Online application; passport; education certificates; medical or language documents if required; documents specified in the annual call.

How are applicants selected for Government Scholarships of the Slovak Republic?

Eligibility and selection under the annual programme rules

How much work is the Government Scholarships of the Slovak Republic application?

High