Applications are now open for the DAAD Scholarship 2026 in Germany, generously funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). This prestigious, fully-funded international scholarship offers students from around the globe the opportunity to pursue master’s and doctoral degrees at top-ranked German universities. The DAAD Scholarship 2026 is one of the most sought-after opportunities for students aiming to study in Germany tuition-free. Each year, the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) awards over 10,000 scholarships to both domestic and international students, making it one of the most competitive and rewarding scholarship programs worldwide.
SCHOLARSHIP SUMMARY :
- Host Country: Germany
- Funded By: Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Degree Levels: Master’s/MPhil, MBA, LLM, PhD
- Duration: Master’s: 12-24 months, Doctoral: 36 months
- Application Deadline: Varies by university and program
ELIGIBILITY :
- Nationality: Open to candidates from developing countries.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree (minimum four-year course) in a relevant field.
- Experience: At least 2 years of professional work experience.
- Degree Validity: Academic degrees should not be older than 6 years.
Language Proficiency: English: TOEFL or IELTS (depending on the study program). German: Required for courses taught in German.
ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS :
- DAAD Application Form (available in the “Registration Procedure” section).
- Hand-signed CV (using the Europass format).
- Motivation Letter (signed by hand).
- Letters of Recommendation (academic and professional).
- Employer Confirmation (proof of employment and re-employment guarantee, if applicable).
- Language Test Scores (TOEFL, IELTS for English; relevant certification for German).
- Academic Degrees and Transcripts.
FINANCIAL BENEFITS : The DAAD Master’s and PhD Scholarship is fully funded, covering all essential expenses for studying in Germany
- Monthly Stipend: €850 for master’s students, €1,200 for doctoral students.
- Health, Accident, and Liability Insurance.
- Travel Allowance (if not covered by other sources).
- Monthly Rent Subsidy.
- Family Allowance (for accompanying dependents).
APPLICATION METHOD :
Click HERE to visit the DAAD Online Portal, select your country and program of interest. Submit your application online along with the required documents.
DEADLINE : Application deadlines for the DAAD Scholarship 2026 vary depending on the university and program. Ensure you check the specific deadlines for your chosen course.