DAAD Short-Term Research Grants 2024-2025 [Fully Funded]

Interested in a graduate research study in Germany? The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is now accepting applications for its Short-Term Research Grants 2024-2025.
The primary aim of DAAD Short-Term Research Grants programme is to promote research projects within the context of doctoral programmes.

Who can apply?

Excellently-qualified doctoral candidates and young academics and scientists who have completed a Master’s degree or Diploma, or in exceptional cases a Bachelor’s degree at the latest by the time they begin their grant-supported research, or those who have already completed a PhD (postdocs).

What can be funded?

A research project or course of continuing scientific education at a state or state-recognised institution of higher education or a non-university research institute in Germany, which is being carried out in coordination with an academic adviser in Germany.

Duration of the funding

– One month to a maximum of six months
– The grant is non-renewable.

DAAD Short-Term Research Grants || Value

– Monthly payments of euros 861.- for graduates
– Monthly payments of euros 1,200.- for doctoral candidates and postdocs
– Payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance cover
– Travel allowance
– Subsidy for additional costs resulting from disability or chronic illness

Application Procedures

How to Apply:

The application procedure occurs online through the DAAD Portal. You can access the DAAD portal by clicking “Application portal” at the end of the page.

Language skills

The required language level depends on the applicant’s study plans and subject. In the arts, social sciences and in law, at least a good knowledge of German is usually expected. For the natural sciences and engineering, proof of good English language skills may also be accepted.

Application documents

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.

Application Deadline: March 15th/October 16th

Visit the Official Website for Further Details