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How to Apply for a Scholarship in Lithuania from India: Timing, Documents and Tips

Scholarships in Lithuania are mostly decided at admission, and several close before the admission deadline. The single most useful thing you can do is apply early, between November and March, with complete documents and a strong English score.

Nov–Marbest time to apply
70–80%marks for VILNIUS TECH waivers
1application usually covers admission and scholarship
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Updated 23 October 2026 · How we check facts

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  1. Step by step
  2. Common mistakes
  3. Questions

Step by step

  1. ShortlistPick universities whose waivers are open to India: VILNIUS TECH, KTU, ISM, VU (master's), LCC, SMK.
  2. Check the scholarship deadlineIt is often earlier than admission: 20 April at VILNIUS TECH and 1 April for VU's master's waivers in 2026.
  3. Prepare evidenceMark sheets with percentages, English certificate, CV with achievements, references.
  4. Write the motivation letterSpecific to the programme, in your own words; MRU checks letters with AI-detection.
  5. Take the testISM's online scholarship test; GMAT for some MSc programmes.
  6. Apply for aidLCC: submit the financial aid application with your admission application.

Common mistakes

  • Applying in May or June, after the scholarship rounds have closed.
  • Sending a general motivation letter that could fit any university.
  • Not converting CGPA to a percentage where the university's rule is in percent.
  • Paying an agent for a "guaranteed scholarship": no agent can guarantee a university's decision.

How to apply for scholarships in Lithuania: Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need IELTS for a scholarship?
A good English score strengthens any application. SMK's Talent scholarship requires B2 English; ISM and Vilnius University use English results in their decisions.
Can I get a scholarship after the first year?
Some universities reward strong results with semester fee reductions or scholarships for enrolled students, for example VMU. Ask your faculty.

Sources

  1. Study in Lithuania — scholarships — checked 23 October 2026
  2. ISM — admission — checked 23 October 2026

Last checked: 2026-10-23