DAAD Research Scholarships 2026: Fully Funded Academic Research Opportunities in Germany
The DAAD Research Grants 2026 is a fantastic opportunity for international doctoral researchers and early-career postdocs to conduct cutting-edge research in Germany. Here’s what you need to know:
Eligibility Criteria:
- Doctoral candidates enrolled outside Germany or postdoctoral researchers (up to 4 years after PhD completion)
- Confirmed German research supervisor
- Feasible, high-quality research project
- Adequate language skills in English or German
- Funded research must begin in 2026
Funding Value:
- Monthly stipend: €1,400
- Health, accident, and personal liability insurance
- Travel allowance
- Research allowance: €460 (for stays over 6 months)
- Rent subsidy and family allowance (for stays over 6 months)
Duration:
- Doctoral researchers: 2-12 months
- Postdoctoral researchers: 2-6 months
Application Process:
- Identify and contact a German research supervisor
- Prepare proposal, research plan, CV, academic transcripts, and necessary certificates
- Draft motivation letter and research description
- Obtain letter of recommendation from home university
- Submit application through DAAD PortalÂ
Benefits:
- Fully funded research stay in Germany
- Access to world-leading research infrastructure
- Networking opportunities with global experts
- Family and disability support benefits
Apply now and advance your research career in Germany!Â
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