World in Serbia Government Scholarship Programme

Government of the Republic of Serbia

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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

Applicants from eligible countries in Africa, Asia, Central and South America that are members or observer states of the Non-Aligned Movement; nationality-specific eligibility applies

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About this opportunity

World in Serbia is a government initiative offering eligible foreign students study opportunities at public universities in Serbia, including tuition-free education and student accommodation and meals, a monthly allowance and health insurance. Confirm the current call, participating countries and nomination procedures before treating it as open.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Applicants from eligible countries in Africa, Asia, Central and South America that are members or observer states of the Non-Aligned Movement; nationality-specific eligibility applies
2. Note the deadline. Annual (the World in Serbia call is published each year - check the programme site) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Documents listed in the current national call; academic records; identity documents; medical or language documents if required.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Selection through the programme's official nomination and admission process

Profile of past winners

The government reports participants from 127 countries across the programme's history

Free materials

Templates, checklists and guides to help you apply.

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Tips from our advisors

1. Check whether your nationality is eligible and whether the next application round has been announced.
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. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.

Quick answers

Who can apply for World in Serbia Government Scholarship Programme?

Applicants from eligible countries in Africa, Asia, Central and South America that are members or observer states of the Non-Aligned Movement; nationality-specific eligibility applies

What does World in Serbia Government Scholarship Programme cover?

Free education; accommodation and meals; monthly allowance; health insurance under programme rules; Amount to be confirmed in the current call

When is the deadline for World in Serbia Government Scholarship Programme?

Annual (the World in Serbia call is published each year - check the programme site) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with World in Serbia Government Scholarship Programme?

Host countries: Serbia.

What documents do I need for World in Serbia Government Scholarship Programme?

Documents listed in the current national call; academic records; identity documents; medical or language documents if required.

How are applicants selected for World in Serbia Government Scholarship Programme?

Selection through the programme's official nomination and admission process

How much work is the World in Serbia Government Scholarship Programme application?

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