2026 DAAD Masters Scholarships for All Disciplines | Fully Funded

The DAAD Masters Scholarships are a prestigious opportunity offered by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) to support outstanding international students who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in Germany. These scholarships are fully funded and cover tuition, living allowance, travel costs, and other essential benefits.

About the DAAD Masters Scholarships

The DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst) is the world’s largest funding organization for the international exchange of students and researchers. The Masters Scholarship program aims to foster academic excellence, international networking, and cultural exchange. Recipients will have the opportunity to study in Germany’s top universities across all disciplines.

Scholarship Overview

• Host Country: Germany
• Eligible Countries: Open to all international students
• Study Level: Postgraduate (Masters and some PhD artistic programs)
• Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
• Application Deadline: September 25, 2025

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the 2026 DAAD Masters Scholarships, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a first university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) by the start of the program.
• Completed degree should not be older than six years at the time of application.
• Applicants must not have lived in Germany for more than 15 months at the application deadline.
• Language proficiency in the medium of instruction (German or English) depending on the chosen program.
• Applications can be for Masters, postgraduate programs, or complementary courses (not undergraduate).

Scholarship Benefits

Successful candidates will receive the following benefits:

• Monthly stipend of €992
• Travel allowance
• One-off study allowance
• Health, accident, and personal liability insurance cover
• Possible monthly rent subsidy
• Allowance for accompanying family members (if applicable)

Required Documents

• Completed application form
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Certificates and academic transcripts
• Letter of motivation
• Research proposal (if required)
• Language proficiency proof (English or German)

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply for the DAAD Masters Scholarships:

1. Register on the DAAD online portal.
2. Fill out the application form and upload all required documents in PDF format.
3. If necessary, submit translations of documents (German or English only).
4. Ensure all documents are uploaded before the deadline.
5. Submit your application online via the DAAD portal.

Deadline

The application deadline for the 2026 DAAD Masters Scholarships is September 25, 2025.

Application Tips

• Start preparing your documents early to avoid last-minute issues.
• Tailor your motivation letter to your chosen program and show how it aligns with your career goals.
• Highlight leadership, research experience, and academic achievements in your CV.
• Ensure your referees provide strong recommendation letters.

Interested and qualified candidates can apply using the link below:
Apply Here