Founded in 1579, Vilnius University is one of Europe’s oldest universities and Lithuania’s highest-ranked institution, so it attracts applicants from many countries, including Pakistan. If you plan to study in Lithuania in 2027, one question comes before everything else: do your marks meet its admission requirements?

Meeting the minimum is essential, but it does not guarantee admission. Your result also depends on English proficiency, document attestation and the programme you choose. This guide helps Pakistani students who want to study in Lithuania from Pakistan check their eligibility before paying the non-refundable application fee.

The Short Answer, Before the Long One

Master’s applicants must meet the criteria of their chosen programme, so the 75% figure (or a CGPA of 3.00 equivalent) is not a universal rule. Always read the official programme page before you apply.

The university also publishes country-specific requirements, which lets you assess your eligibility before you spend money on an application.

Vilnius University 2027 at a Glance

The university ranks 465th in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and sits in the 801–1000 band in Times Higher Education, but ranking should never be your only factor. These are the figures Pakistani applicants need first.

Do not confuse Vilnius University with VILNIUS TECH or Vilniaus kolegija. They are separate institutions with their own requirements, fees and deadlines.

Marks and Documents Pakistani Students Need

For bachelor’s programmes, the Pakistan-specific criteria generally ask for at least 75% overall marks in your previous qualifying education. Prepare these documents where applicable:

• HSSC and SSC certificates with statements of marks
• Valid passport
• Motivation letter of 1,200 to 4,000 characters
• English-language proof or exemption documents
• Programme-specific items, such as an Online Mathematics Placement Test with a 55% minimum where required

Document verification matters just as much. School certificates generally need IBCC attestation, followed by MOFA attestation where required. Master’s applicants should check whether HEC attestation applies to their degree. Documents not in English or Lithuanian need an official translation, and scans should be clear, merged PDFs.

English Requirements: Is IELTS Compulsory?

IELTS is not the only route. Vilnius University lists these published minimum scores:

• IELTS Academic: 6.5
• TOEFL iBT: 81
• Pearson PTE Academic: 59
• Cambridge English: 176
• Duolingo English Test: 120
• LanguageCert IESOL: B2 level
• Password Skills Plus: 6.5

You may also qualify for an exemption if your previous education was in English, subject to the university’s conditions. Do not assume every English-medium certificate qualifies.

Test reports cannot be combined, so you must reach the minimum in one official result. British Council EnglishScore certificates are not accepted.

If you choose IELTS, take a practice test early, practise under timed conditions and book the exam well before the deadline.

Vilnius University Fees and Costs

Tuition depends on your programme. These selected fees are the latest published figures and are shown for planning only, because the university may revise them before the autumn 2027 intake.

The PKR figures use an illustrative rate of €1 = PKR 316, so your bank’s rate decides the final cost. Programmes such as the MBA, Medicine and Dentistry cost far more, and tuition does not cover accommodation, food, insurance, travel or residence permit costs.

If a student cannot obtain the required Lithuanian visa or residence permit, the university’s policy describes a full tuition refund minus 1% for administration. Read the current terms before paying, and remember this does not cover the €100 application fee.

The university has also offered full tuition waivers to a small number of non-EU master’s students, but the most recent round has closed. Check whether a new call opens for 2027, and never treat a waiver as guaranteed funding.

How to Apply: Four Steps

After that, check the current temporary residence permit rules. Since 1 July 2023, many full-time non-EU students use the Migration Department process instead of the old national visa route, but rules change, so verify them first.

How Global Migration Advisors Can Help

Not sure your marks, attestation or English score are enough? Global Migration Advisors can review your programme choice, documents and timeline before you pay the application fee. Bring your latest marks or CGPA, your chosen programme, any English test result and your attestation status. No consultant can guarantee admission, because the university makes the final decision.

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