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FlashAustriaOctober 14, 2026

Austrian Universities Introduce In-Person Entrance Exams for Applicants from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh

PublishedEditorial policy

Austrian universities have implemented new requirements, mandating in-person entrance exams for applicants from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. This change affects the application process, requiring prospective students to plan for travel and additional logistics to complete their admissions.

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Key takeaways

  • In-person exams are a genuine qualification check and cannot be completed remotely or via document submission.
  • The list of affected countries and specific exam requirements vary by university; always confirm details directly with the admissions office of your chosen institution.
  • If you are from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, or other potentially affected countries, budget for travel to Austria and allocate sufficient time for preparation and logistics.

New In-Person Exam Requirements for Austrian University Applicants

Austrian universities have introduced a new requirement for prospective students from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh: mandatory in-person entrance exams. This means applicants from these countries must travel to Austria to complete their admissions tests, rather than submitting documents by mail or taking online exams.

This measure serves as an additional qualification check, and while India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh are currently specified, individual universities may extend this list. Some institutions already include up to 12 countries in their in-person exam requirements.

The specific rules vary significantly between universities. One institution might only require an in-person exam for a specialized subject, while another may demand a full entrance test. Therefore, if you are applying from one of these countries, it is crucial to verify the exact requirements directly with your chosen university's admissions office, rather than relying on general information.

This change necessitates careful planning for applicants. You will need to arrange travel to Austria, book accommodation for the exam period, and prepare not only for the tests themselves but also for the associated logistics. For those already residing in Europe, this might be simpler, but for applicants traveling from their home countries, it requires a dedicated budget and sufficient time.

Sources

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