At a glance
What a student from Maharashtra needs to know before deciding — clearly and honestly.
The education
English-taught engineering, IT and business; medical universities run NMC-aware MBBS programmes in English.
The true cost
Among Europe's most affordable for both tuition and living — popular with cost-conscious families.
Safety & visa
Check the latest MEA advisory before you travel. MBBS aspirants must verify NMC/FMGE eligibility before enrolling.
Top universities
A selection of universities popular with Maharashtra students, with indicative tuition.
After you graduate
Post-study work rights are the most important factor — and the most likely to change. Here is the position as of today.
After you graduate, you can apply for a temporary residence permit to look for work or start a business. It is generally granted for up to 9 months. Once you are employed, you move to a work-based permit.
Immigration rules, eligibility and salary thresholds change frequently and without notice. Always verify the latest official guidance before you apply, and never treat any figure here as a guarantee of future entitlement.
- Seek work or start a business after graduating
- Generally up to 9 months
- Move to a work-based permit once employed
- Verify MBBS NMC eligibility
Visa, work & money rules
The official rules behind your visa, work, family and budget planning. Rules change often, so confirm each point on the official government or university website before you apply.
Visa & permit fees
The national (Visa D) student visa fee is €200 from 1 January 2026.
Work while studying
If you are a full-time student with a study residence permit, you can work without a separate work permit.
Proof of funds
You must show funds to cover your living costs, tuition and return travel for your intended stay, in line with the current maintenance thresholds. This is a visa requirement, separate from actual living costs.
Admission requirements
Check that your qualification is recognised for admission. NAWA (the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange) handles recognition questions. Some Indian first-year or qualification situations need a recognition step before you can enrol.
ROI calculator
Enter your own numbers to see total investment and an indicative payback period. This is a guide only — not financial advice.
Poland — Master's ROI
Indicative · based on today's assumptions
Figures are indicative only and vary with fees, salaries, exchange rates and visa rules. Treat this as one data point — not conclusive evidence or financial advice.
Safety snapshot
Based on Ministry of External Affairs guidance — always check the latest official advisory before you travel.
Check the latest MEA advisory
Check the latest guidance from the Ministry of External Affairs and the Embassy of India in Warsaw before you travel and during your stay, and register on MADAD (madad.gov.in). Affordable and central; basic Polish helps off campus.
Emergency contacts
Dial 112. MEA helpline: 1800 11 3090.
Register with the embassy
Register at madad.gov.in on arrival so the nearest Indian Mission can reach you in an emergency.
Food, culture & community
What to expect day-to-day — and how to feel at home far from home, as a student from Maharashtra.
Food & groceries
Indian groceries in Warsaw, Kraków and Wrocław. Vegetarian options are growing in cities.
The Maharashtra community
Sizeable Indian student community, especially in medical and tech universities.
Maha-Alumni Connect lets you speak with students from your own district who studied at these very universities.
Compare Poland with other destinations.
See the same degree across countries, or check the latest safety guidance before you commit.