Location: Germany
Program: Postgraduate – PhD
Eligibility: International Students
Duration: 4 year
Deadline: January 16, 2026
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The 2026 Graduate School Scholarship Programme (GSSP) by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) offers outstanding international graduates the opportunity to pursue doctoral studies at renowned universities and research institutions in Germany. This prestigious programme supports young academics and scientists who demonstrate high research potential and a strong academic background, enabling them to contribute to innovative research projects across diverse disciplines. The scholarships are designed to foster international collaboration and promote academic excellence, positioning Germany as a leading hub for advanced research and higher education.
Successful applicants receive comprehensive financial support, including a monthly stipend, travel allowance, health insurance, and funding for research activities or conference participation. In addition to financial aid, DAAD provides access to professional networking opportunities, language courses, and cultural integration programmes to help scholars adapt and thrive in Germany’s dynamic academic environment. Through the GSSP, DAAD continues its mission to cultivate global academic exchange and empower talented researchers to make meaningful contributions to their fields and to international scientific cooperation.
Benefits of the Scholarship
This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:
- Monthly allowance of 1,300 euros
- Health, accident and personal liability insurance
- Travel expenses
- Annual research allowance of 460 euros
- Monthly rent subsidy
- Monthly family allowance (about 200 euros per child and 275 euros marriage allowance)
- Academic support
- Other benefits
The fund (1,300 euros) can be used by the students to cover:
- Tuition fees
- Food
- Books & materials
- Local transportation cost
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:
- Applicants must hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) that qualifies them for doctoral studies in Germany.
- Demonstrate strong academic and research ability, often supported by prior research experience, publications, or a compelling research proposal that aligns with the graduate school’s focus area.
- Applicants cannot apply directly to DAAD; instead, they must be nominated by a participating German graduate school that has been selected by DAAD for the scholarship round.
- The scholarship is open to international applicants who are not residents of Germany at the time of nomination.
Note: kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements
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Selection Criteria
Doctoral candidates are selected in a two-stage process.
- In a first step, the doctoral programs publicly advertise the GSSP scholarships and then select the doctoral candidates to be supported with a GSSP scholarship from the applications received.
- After the DAAD receives the nomination letters from the doctoral programs, the nominated candidates submit their application documents for formal review via the DAAD portal.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
