GermanyPhD, PostdocTaught in English (language prep year available) · programmes in German availableDeadline varies by university or programmeFully FundedDAAD Research Grants in Germany for Doctoral Candidates and Postdocs 2027
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DAAD grant for a research stay in Germany of 2 to 12 months for doctoral candidates, or 2 to 6 months for postdocs, with €1,400 a month and insurance. The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) funds doctoral candidates enrolled at a university or research institution outside Germany, and researchers up to 4 years after their doctorate, to carry out a research project at a German university or research institute in agreement with a supervisor in Germany. Candidates doing their whole doctorate in Germany cannot apply; they have the "Doctoral Programmes in Germany" grant. Applications go through the DAAD portal, with deadlines updated each year per country; for example, Egypt: 31 August 2026, selection in February 2027, funding from May 2027. The funding period cannot be split or extended.
Funding Benefits & Coverage
4 Benefits€1,400 a month
For the whole funding period.
Health, accident and liability insurance
During the stay in Germany.
Travel allowance
On application if the stay exceeds 6 months.
€460 research allowance
For stays longer than 6 months.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
4 CriteriaAll except: Germany
Required Documents
6 DocsMax. 3 pages.
Max. 10 pages; mandatory for postdocs.
1–2 pages.
Max. 10 pages, written by you and discussed with the supervisor in Germany.
With the supervisor's declaration on ethics and research safety.
Recommendation on the DAAD form, from the thesis supervisor for doctoral candidates; plus proof of doctoral enrolment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: €1,400 a month, Health, accident and liability insurance, Travel allowance, €460 research allowance.
Eligible levels: PhD, Postdoc.
Deadline varies by university or programme. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Tabular CV, List of publications, Letter of motivation, Research proposal and time schedule, Confirmation from the host in Germany, Degrees, transcripts and a recommendation letter.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.daad.de/go/en/stipa57742121. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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Available Majors
Open to all fields of study
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