# Sweden-India academic and professional mobility initiatives

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sweden-india-academic-and-professional-mobility-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-10-29T05:44:57.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Sweden has launched several initiatives in India to enhance bilateral ties through talent and academic mobility as part of the India-Sweden Joint Action Plan 2026–2030. 

In late October 2026, the ‘Work in Sweden 2026’ event in Bengaluru focused on connecting Indian technology and engineering professionals with Swedish employers like Volvo Group and Koenigsegg. Concurrently, ‘Study in Sweden 2026’ fairs were held in New Delhi and Hyderabad to assist students in pursuing STEM master’s programmes at institutions including Lund University, KTH, and Linköping University.

Following these events, Swedish institutions have continued recruitment efforts through scholarship programs and regional fairs. The Swedish Institute is offering the Global Professional Scholarship for 2027, which requires applicants to have 3,000 hours of work experience. To expand outreach, an online fair for the Asia-Pacific region is scheduled for late November, featuring various Swedish universities to discuss admissions and degree programs.

## Claims

- The Swedish Institute (SI) Global Professional Scholarship is fully funded. (reported by 1 source)
- Applicants for the SI scholarship must apply for a Master’s degree by January 15, 2027. (reported by 1 source)
- The SI scholarship requires 3,000 hours of previous work experience. (reported by 1 source)
- More than 300 students registered for the Study in Sweden 2026 Fair in New Delhi. (reported by 1 source)
- An online Study in Sweden fair for Asia is scheduled for November 28. (reported by 1 source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-29: Swedish universities promote higher education opportunities in Asia

Swedish universities and the Swedish Institute are hosting fairs and offering fully funded scholarships to attract international students, specifically targeting applicants in India and the Asia-Pacific region.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/swedish-universities-promote-higher-education-opportunities-in-asia

### 2026-10-26: Sweden launches career and study initiatives for Indian professionals and students

Sweden is hosting career and education fairs in India to connect STEM professionals and students with Swedish industries and universities, reinforcing the India-Sweden strategic partnership.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sweden-launches-career-and-study-initiatives-for-indian-professionals-and-students

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