Study in Poland from India
Poland offers affordable, EU-recognised education in the heart of central Europe.
What does it cost to study in Poland?
Poland (Public)
| Level | Duration | Course, living & stay | Less part-time earnings | Net | Post-study stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 3 Years | Rs 33.7 lakh | − Rs 13.2 lakhat 20 Hrs/week | Rs 20.5 lakh | 9-month search |
| Master's | 2 Years | Rs 22.5 lakh | − Rs 8.8 lakhat 20 Hrs/week | Rs 13.6 lakh | 9-month search |
Entry bar IELTS 6.0 · Academics 50%+. Visa processing takes 2–4 Months once the file is complete.
Priced 20 July 2026 from the Axelis cost comparison, which prices 36 study options side by side. Rupee figures move with the exchange rate as well as with fees. Compare Poland against every other destination.
Tuition for most bachelor's and master's programmes is PLN 8,000–17,000/year; engineering & IT is PLN 12,000–20,000/year; medicine (MD/MBBS) is PLN 40,000–65,000/year, approximately €2,000–4,000/year for non-medical programmes; proof of funds for the visa is ~PLN 12,800/year; estimated cost of living is ~PLN 3,000/month, with students typically needing PLN 2,500–3,500/month (~€550–750).
How does the student visa for Poland work?
Applicants secure an admission letter from a Polish university, show proof of funds of around PLN 12,800 for the year, arrange health insurance, and submit a national (Type D) long-stay student visa application via VFS with proof of accommodation; a temporary residence card is required after arrival for longer stays.
What English or language scores do you need?
English-taught bachelor's courses require IELTS 6.0–6.5 or TOEFL, with medical programmes requiring an entrance exam and science subjects; Polish proficiency is required only for Polish-taught programmes; master's programmes require IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL (some require GRE/GMAT), with Polish proficiency needed for Polish-taught master's.
Can you work during and after your studies?
Graduates can access a post-study permit (about 9 months) to look for work, with a route to convert to a work permit once they have a qualifying job offer; from July 2026, students can work without a permit only if their university is on the government's approved list, otherwise a work permit is required.
When are the intakes?
- October
- February
What do Indian students usually study there?
- Medicine & Dentistry
- Computer Science & IT
- Engineering
- Business & Management
- Biotechnology
- Aviation & Transport
Which universities and cities are best known?
Universities
- University of Warsaw
- Jagiellonian University
- Warsaw University of Technology
- AGH University of Kraków
- University of Wrocław
- Adam Mickiewicz University
Cities
- Warsaw
- Kraków
- Wrocław
- Poznań
- Gdańsk
- Łódź
- Lublin
Figures are indicative and change with each intake. Confirm current fees and visa rules with your counsellor before you apply.