University of Padua
Apply for admission at University of Padua. Find deadlines and eligibility.
Application Status
Country
Italy
Start Date
Nov 02, 2025
Deadline
May 02, 2026
Eligibility Criteria
General requirements depend on the level of study:
1. Bachelor's/Single-Cycle Degrees (1st Cycle)
You must hold a Secondary School Diploma obtained after at least 12 years of schooling.
- For some non-Italian systems (like 11 years of schooling), you may need to prove additional academic studies/exams.
- Your qualification must allow access to a university-level degree in the country where it was obtained.
2. Master's Degrees (2nd Cycle)
You must hold a Bachelor's-level degree (1st Cycle) or equivalent foreign qualification.
- There are usually specific curriculum requirements (e.g., having taken certain subjects or earned a minimum number of credits in specific scientific areas) related to the Master's degree you are applying for. These vary significantly by program and must be checked on the individual course factsheet.
Language Requirement
Proficiency in the language of instruction (English or Italian) is often required and verified via:
- Official language certification (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL for English-taught programs).
- A previous degree obtained in that language.
- The admissions committee's assessment during the selection process.
Required Documents for Application
You must upload the following color-scanned copies (PDF format) on the apply.unipd.it platform:
- Academic Transcript/Marksheet: Of all previous studies (HSSC/A-Level and/or Bachelor's).
- Final Diploma/Certificate: (HSSC/A-Level and/or Bachelor's Degree).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Motivation Letter/Statement of Purpose (SoP).
- Passport: Valid passport copy.
- Language Certificate: IELTS/TOEFL for English-taught programs (check minimum scores required by the course). Note: Some programs may accept a certificate from your previous university stating the language of instruction was English.
- Course Syllabi/Description (Crucial for Master's applications to verify curricular requirements).
Translation Note: All documents must be provided in English or Italian. Official translations into English are accepted for documents originally issued in Urdu or other regional languages.
IMPORTANT: You do not need to take the Pakistani university entrance exam (e.g., ECAT, MDCAT) unless you are applying for a program that requires a national test in Italy (like Medicine and Surgery, which requires the IMAT test).
Key Benefit: Scholarship recipients usually only pay a small regional tax and administrative fee.
Complete Application and Visa Process
The process for a Pakistani student involves two main stages: University Admission and Italian Visa/Pre-enrollment.
Stage 1: University Application (apply.unipd.it)
- Select Program: Choose up to two programs.
- Apply Online: Submit your application on ...... by the deadline, uploading all documents.
- Pay Fee: Pay the €30 application fee (non-refundable).
- Receive Admission Letter: If successful, the University will issue an Admission Letter.
Stage 2: Pre-enrollment and Visa (Crucial Step for Visa)
Universitaly Pre-enrollment: Immediately after receiving the Admission Letter, you must apply for pre-enrollment on the Italian government's Universitaly portal. This is mandatory for obtaining a visa.
Visa Appointment: Once your pre-enrollment is validated by UniPd on Universitaly, you will book an appointment at the Italian Embassy/Consulate in Pakistan (e.g., Islamabad or Karachi, depending on jurisdiction).
Visa Documents: At the consulate, you must present the validated pre-enrollment summary, the Admission Letter, and:Proof of financial means: Approximately €6,079.45 per year (verify the current amount) to cover living expenses, shown via bank statements.
Proof of accommodation in Italy.
Health Insurance (minimum coverage of €30,000).
Original and legalized copies of your academic documents (HSSC, Bachelor's, etc.) with official translations.
Visa Issuance: Once the visa (Study Visa - National D type) is granted, you can travel to Italy.
Enrollment & Residence Permit: Upon arrival, you must finalize your University enrollment and apply for the Permit of Stay (Permesso di Soggiorno) at the local Post Office within 8 working days.