Romania is a vibrant Eastern European country in the EU and Schengen Area, known for its stunning landscapes (Carpathian Mountains, Black Sea coast), rich history, and rapidly growing economy in IT, engineering, and healthcare. It provides high-quality, EU-recognized degrees at very affordable costs, with a strong reputation for medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, engineering, IT, and business programs. For Indian students, Romania is an excellent budget-friendly EU destination offering English-taught programs, straightforward admissions (often no IELTS required for some preparatory courses), high visa approval rates, low living expenses, and Schengen mobility. It serves as a smart, cost-effective entry point to European education and careers in a safe, welcoming environment.
| Capital: | Bucharest |
| Language: | Romanian |
| Currency: | Romanian Leu (RON) — 1 EUR ≈ 5 RON (prices often quoted in EUR too) |
| Popular Cities: | Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Iași, Timișoara, Constanța |
| Population: | Approximately 19 million |
| Indian Population: | 6,000 – 6,100 people of indian origin |
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Romania is increasingly chosen by Indian students for its very low tuition and living costs within the EU, EU-recognized degrees, and practical education system. Key advantages include:
It is ideal for budget-conscious students seeking quality European education without high expenses.
Citizens from abroad may be accepted to study on the basis of scholarships granted by Romania under bilateral agreements through the competent authorities in their countries or on the basis of scholarships and grants offered by other states or by international organizations. Romanian state scholarships are also advertised on the website of the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and via the Romanian Ministry for Small and Medium Enterprises.
Tuition fees for non-EU students (including Indians) in English-taught programs typically range from €2,000 to €6,000 per year for most Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.
Some programs start as low as €1,500–€3,000. Government scholarships or state-funded places may be available. Always check specific programs on university websites or studyinromania.com.
Breakdown (approximate):
For the long-stay student visa (Type D/SD) and residence permit, you need to prove sufficient financial means — typically at least the **minimum gross monthly wage** for each month of stay (around €800–€850+ per month as of 2026), plus tuition for the first year (often shown as a lump sum of €5,000–€10,000+ total for living + tuition).
Proof via bank statements (personal or sponsor), scholarship letter, or notarized documents. Tuition payment for at least one year and health insurance are also required. Exact amounts are assessed during the visa process—verify with the Romanian consulate or university.
International students with a residence permit can work up to 4 hours per day / 20 hours per week (full-time during holidays in many cases, without needing a separate work permit).
Net pay is lower after deductions. English-speaking opportunities are available in larger cities.
After graduation, you can extend your temporary residence permit for up to 9 months (sometimes 6–9 months depending on the level) to search for a job or start a business. You can work full-time during this extension period. Once you secure employment, you can switch to a work-based residence permit.
Permanent (long-term) residency generally requires 5 years of continuous legal residence. Study time usually counts only partially (often limited or at 50%). Subsequent work periods help accumulate the full qualifying time.
After PR, citizenship pathways are available with further requirements. Rules may evolve — always check igi.mai.gov.ro for the latest.
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