Education Journalist | Study Abroad Strategy Lead | Updated On - Jan 10, 2026
Italy has opened scholarships for Indian students applying for Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes in 2026, offering €3,000–€13,000 per year, tuition fee waivers, and living allowances at leading public and private universities.
Why Italy in 2026?
- Low public tuition (often €1,000–€4,000/year)
- Generous scholarships from universities and regions
- Strong programmes in engineering, design, business, medicine, and humanities
- EU-wide employability after graduation
Check Out: Top Italy Universities for Indian Students
Top Italian Universities & Scholarship Amounts (2026)
| University | Scholarship Value | What’s Covered |
|---|---|---|
| University of Bologna | Up to €11,000/year | Merit awards + tuition waivers (select cases) |
| Politecnico di Milano | €5,000–€10,000/year | Partial/full tuition; Engg, Architecture, Design |
| Politecnico di Torino | €4,000–€8,000/year | Tuition reduction; technical disciplines |
| University of Padua | €7,000–€8,000/year | Full tuition + living allowance |
| Bocconi University | €12,000–€13,000/year | Merit awards; UG, PG, MBA |
| Sapienza / Milan / Trento / Pavia / Cattolica | €3,000–€8,000/year | Varies by course; tuition reductions |
Who Can Apply?
- Indian students applying to UG or PG programmes in Italy (2026)
- Strong academic profile
- Meets course- and university-specific criteria
What Do Scholarships Cover?
- €3,000–€13,000/year funding
- Full or partial tuition waivers
- Living cost allowances at select universities
- Options across UG, PG, MBA, PhD (varies)
By When to Apply?
- No single national deadline
- Most universities open Oct 2025–Mar 2026
- Scholarship deadlines often close earlier than course deadlines
- Apply early for high-value awards (limited seats)
Italy offers one of the best cost-to-quality ratios in Europe for Indian students in 2026—low fees + strong scholarships + EU career access.
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