Description for DAAD Research Grants Scholarship:

DAAD Research Grants Scholarship 2024 in Germany (Fully Funded) is open for International Students . The scholarship allows PhD level program(s) in the field of All Subjects taught at Germany Universities . The deadline of the scholarship is 31 Aug 2024.

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is offering research grants through its Short-Term Grants program, funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, providing opportunities for doctoral candidates and postdocs to pursue research projects in Germany. Eligible applicants with above-average qualifications can receive funding for a period ranging from one to six months, with monthly payments of up to €1,300 for doctoral candidates and postdocs, and €934 for those not yet pursuing a doctoral degree. In addition to financial support, benefits include insurance cover, travel allowance, and support for climate-friendly travel. Applications are assessed based on the quality of the proposed project, academic achievements, and professional aptitude, with equal opportunities given due consideration. You can find more information down below.

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Degree Level for DAAD Research Grants Scholarship:

DAAD Research Grants Scholarship 2024 in Germany (Fully Funded) is available to undertake PhD level programs at Germany Universities.

Available Subjects for DAAD Research Grants Scholarship:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• All Subjects

Benefits for DAAD Research Grants Scholarship:

• Depending on academic level, monthly payments of euros 1,300.- for doctoral candidates and postdocs euros 934.- if you are not yet taking a doctoral degree
• Payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance cover.
• Travel allowance
• In the case of a disability or chronic illness: subsidy for additional costs which result from the disability or chronic illness and are not covered by other funding providers: (Click this link Further information)
• Green Mobility Top Up (Support for climate-friendly travel) or partial reimbursement of carbon offset payments for air travel

Eligible Nationalities for DAAD Research Grants Scholarship:

This scholarship is open to international students of all nationalities.

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Eligibility Criteria for DAAD Research Grants Scholarship:

You can apply if you have above-average qualifications and

• you are doing your doctorate,
• you completed your Master's degree or Diploma, or in exceptional cases a Bachelor's degree, at the latest by the time the funding period begins, or
• you have already completed a PhD (postdoc).

You cannot apply, if you are doing your entire doctorate at a German university.

Application Procedure for DAAD Research Grants Scholarship:

Documents Required

Certificates, proof of credits, certifications and translations may be scanned in non-certified form and uploaded to the DAAD portal. The DAAD reserves the right to request certified copies of the documents.

• Letter of Recommendation (from university teacher)
• Other Supporting Documents (employment, internships)
• Valid ID (passport preferred)
• Proof of Doctoral Program Admission (if applicable)
• School Leaving Certificate (with grades)
• University Certificates (with grades & grading system explanation)
• German/English translations (for non-English/German documents)

Selection Criteria:

Central selection criteria are:

• a convincing and well-planned research or training project
• academic achievements

Furthermore, additional documents submitted that prove the applicant's professional aptitude or provide information about extracurricular commitment will also be included in the evaluation.

The selection committee also gives due consideration to equal opportunities; you can provide relevant information in the application form.

Application Deadline

Application deadlines are updated annually in the second quarter. In most cases, they are in the same period as the previous year. New deadline for the Academic year 2025/2026 will be announced soon.