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DAAD Research Grants in Germany 2026
Provided by DAAD – German Academic Exchange Service
Verification: Verified Official Opportunity
Last Verified Date: 28 October 2026
Coverage Type
Fully / Partially FundedEligible Level
Undergraduate / PostgraduateLocation / Host
GermanyProgram Overview & Details
The DAAD Research Grants in Germany programme supports doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers who want to conduct a research project in Germany.
The programme is available to eligible doctoral candidates, PhD students and postdoctoral researchers from specified countries and disciplines. Applicants must meet the academic, research and country-specific eligibility requirements of the relevant DAAD programme. Eligible fields include languages and cultural studies, law, economics and social sciences, mathematics and natural sciences, medicine, veterinary medicine, agriculture, ecology, engineering, art, music and sport.
Eligibility Criteria & Requirements
DAAD provides financial support according to the applicable Research Grants programme. Funding can include a monthly scholarship payment, travel allowance and insurance benefits. For doctoral candidates, research funding may be provided for 2 to 12 months. Early postdoctoral researchers may receive funding for 2 to 6 months, subject to programme conditions.
Financial Benefits & Coverage Breakdown
The DAAD Research Grants programme provides financial support for eligible research stays in Germany. Benefits generally include a monthly scholarship payment, travel allowance and payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance. The exact amount and additional benefits depend on the specific DAAD Research Grants programme and applicant category. Doctoral research funding can generally be provided for 2 to 12 months.
Required Documents Checklist
Ensure you have the following attested documents ready before starting your online application:
- Academic Transcripts & Certificates: SSC/HSSC or Bachelor/Master degrees & marksheets (HEC/IBCC attested where applicable).
- CNIC / B-Form & Domicile: Computerized National Identity Card or Form-B and official district domicile certificate.
- Proof of Income / Financial Need: Father/Guardian salary slips, utility bills, or official income certificate (for Need-Based scholarships).
- Passport Photos & Statement of Purpose: Recent passport-size photographs and personal statement/research proposal (for postgraduate applicants).
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Instructions)
Applicants must register and submit the application through the DAAD application portal. Applicants should select the appropriate Research Grants programme, prepare the required academic and research documents and submit the complete application before the applicable deadline.
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Scholarship Summary
- Provider DAAD – German Academic Exchange Service
- Coverage Fully Funded
- Level PhD / Postdoctoral
- Deadline 31 Aug 2026
- Total Views 105
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