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Research grant · 2027 route

DAAD Research Grants in Germany — 2027 route

German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)

DAAD Research Grants support doctoral students and postdocs conducting research in Germany. The current official call lists 24 September 2026 for selection in February 2027 and a start from May 2027, with a second 17 March 2027 route for later starts.

GermanySep 24, 2026Last source check Jul 23, 2026
Confirm current details before applying.Source review was due 26/07/2026. Confirm details on the official page.
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Official DAAD funding rates and supplementary benefits vary by applicant category and must be confirmed in the current call.

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  • Doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers must meet the call's academic, residence and timing requirements. A research host arrangement and the programme's current application guidance are required.
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  1. Read the official eligibility and funding terms for the current cycle.

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DAAD Research Grants support doctoral students and postdocs conducting research in Germany. The current official call lists 24 September 2026 for selection in February 2027 and a start from May 2027, with a second 17 March 2027 route for later starts.
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  1. Read the official eligibility and funding terms for the current cycle.
  2. Apply only through the official application route linked on this page.

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