GSA opens applications for 2026/27 'World in Serbia' scholarship programme: Everything you need to know and how to apply

The announcement, issued on 3rd June 2026 from the Office of the President and signed by GSA Director General Alex Kwaku Asafo-Adjei, invites suitably qualified Ghanaian citizens to apply for the opportunity to pursue higher education at accredited public institutions in the Republic of Serbia.

The deadline for submission is 26th June 2026, giving prospective applicants just over three weeks to prepare and submit their materials.

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What Is the "World in Serbia" Scholarship Programme?

The "World in Serbia" Scholarship Programme is a bilateral scholarship initiative that offers successful applicants from participating countries the chance to study at accredited public universities and higher education institutions in the Republic of Serbia.

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For Ghanaian applicants, access to the programme is coordinated and administered through the Ghana Scholarships Authority under the Office of the President.

To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following conditions:

• Must be a Ghanaian citizen.

• Must meet the academic entry requirements for the chosen programme of study.

• Must satisfy all required health and documentation conditions.

• Must be nominated through the official national selection process administered by the Ghana Scholarships Authority.

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The GSA has stated clearly that incomplete applications will not be considered, and applicants are urged to ensure all supporting documents are submitted in full before the deadline.

Applicants must prepare the following documents as part of their submission:

• Completed and signed Ghana Scholarships Authority application form.

• Completed medical examination report signed and stamped by a qualified medical doctor from a recognised medical facility.

• Curriculum Vitae (CV).

• Motivational letter.

• Valid passport bio-data page.

• Academic certificates and transcripts (where applicable).

• Evidence of English language proficiency.

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All documents must be scanned clearly and submitted electronically.

The application process involves two parallel tracks, one directed at the Serbian government and one at the Ghana Scholarships Authority. Both must be completed.

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Access and fill out the Google Form through the following link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevQItI0KUaeWDHfofPfa539kcVT2Gb0fuolliCOC1KkPbt5A/viewform?usp=header

Visit the GSA scholarship page at https://scholarships.gov.gh/opportunities/scholarship-opportunity-in-the-republic-of-Serbia to download the Ghana Scholarships Authority application form. Fill out all required sections and ensure the form is duly signed before submission.

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The Medical Examination Form is also available on the same GSA page. The completed medical report must be signed by a qualified medical doctor from a recognised medical facility.

Ensure that all documents listed above are scanned clearly. Blurry, incomplete, or unsigned documents may lead to disqualification.

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Send all scanned documents by email to the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Serbia at: worldinserbia@prosveta.gov.rs

Applicants must also send a complete copy of all submitted documents by post to:

The Director General, Ghana Scholarships Authority, P.O. Box M75, Accra.

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Application Deadline: 26th June 2026. Applicants are reminded that submissions received after the deadline will not be considered.

Both the online Serbian form and the physical GSA documents must be completed and submitted. All documents must be clear, complete, and properly signed.

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The Ghana Scholarships Authority has encouraged all eligible Ghanaians to take advantage of this opportunity to pursue internationally recognised higher education in Serbia.