Scholarship Region 

Delhi

Scholarship For 

Post Graduate, Higher studies

Last Date 

04/11/2024

Scholarship Amount 

1,066,104

Scholarship Type 

Private

Scholarship Fields 

Other

Scholarship General Information 

With more than 100,000 DAAD Scholarships awarded each year, German and international students get a chance to pursue their masters, doctoral, and post-doctoral studies at minimum cost. Recipients of different scholarships get a monthly allowance of at least 750 EUR (888 USD), for the duration of their studies in Germany.

1.Indian students are eligible for 25 DAAD scholarships, out of 188 scholarship programs available.

2.Eligible applicants must have completed their prior degree with a minimum aggregate of 85%.

3.Each candidate must have at least two years of work experience, be it in terms of field research, employment, or graduate assistantship.

4.Payments for health insurance and travel expenses are also covered for all the recipients of DAAD scholarships.

5. Applicants must receive an invitation letter from their supervisors at eligible German universities.

While the in-depth benefits, requirements, and selection criteria vary for each DAAD scholarship program, the overall minimum eligibility and application guidelines remain the same.

Eligibility Criteria 

Since there are more than 100 scholarship programs available for international students, the eligibility criteria tremendously varies. However, there are a few basic requirements for DAAD Scholarships which all applicants must satisfy.

1. Language Skills: Excellent English language proficiency, with a minimum IELTS score of 6.5.

Knowledge of German language is not mandatory but highly recommended.

2. Academic Grades: Minimum aggregate of 8.5 CGPA or 85% or equivalent depending upon the applied degree.

3. Obtain a NOC (No Objection Certificate) from home institution, if applying for exchange or short-term research program.

4. Work Experience: A minimum of 2 years of work experience, research work, teaching/graduate assistantship.

5. Submit a short 500- 1000 word research proposal/SOP. In some cases CV is sufficient.

Note: Apart from fulfilling these requirements, prospective applicants must also hold proof of accommodation for visa insurance

Award Amount  

The DAAD Scholarships are for students who have an excellent academic record and skills to pursue higher studies in German institutions but do not have the required finances to support their education. Presently, Indian students are eligible for 25 DAAD scholarship programs, a few of which are mentioned in the following table:

Apart from these DAAD scholarships, other grant programs that are funded by DAAD and provided to Indian students include Helmut-Schmidt-Programme, IIT Master Sandwich Scholarships, Semester Scholarships for Students of Indian Institutes of Management (IIM), Study Scholarship for Foreign Graduates in the Field of Performing Arts, and study visits for groups of foreign students to Germany.

No. of Scholarships Available 

No. Of Scholarship - 188

Important Dates 

Application Fee 

No Separate Application or Fee is Required to get the scholarship, it will be automatically considered, once you enrolled for the program.

Application Procedure 

 The application process for a majority of DAAD Scholarships takes place in two steps:

1. Complete the online application form and upload the documents.

2. Send a copy of the application form summy to the DAAD office via post.

Lets’ discuss these steps in detail.

STEP I: Beginning with the online application process, it is simple, direct, and takes about 30 minutes. Applications are to be made via DAAD Portal which opens around 6 weeks before the scholarship application deadline(s). Once you have completed the application form, upload the following supplementary documents:

1. Online Application Form

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. No Objection Certificate filled in and stamped by the previous institution

4. Invitation letter of German Supervisor

5. University Degree & Certificates

Note: The first and the last name in the application form should be identical to the name in the applicant’s passport.

STEP II: After submitting the form and uploading the supporting documents, candidates will be directed to another page, wherein they can verify their application package and download a PDF file. Mail the following documents to your nearest DAAD office:

1. One copy of the Application Summary which is generated in the portal (PDF)

2. Recent reference from Previous University Teacher

Indian students must post their application package for DAAD scholarships to the regional address mentioned below:

Selection Process 

Other Info 

Hilde Domin Programme

Potential candidates cannot themselves apply for participation in the scholarship programme but are nominated by an institution or organisation that is a legal entity domiciled in Germany. Thereafter, suitable candidates will be contacted by the DAAD and invited to apply via the DAAD application portal.

Also available are so-called "In-Country" or "In-Region" programmes in which students and young scientists and researchers are offered DAAD funding for a graduate programme, doctoral programme or postdoc period in their home country or region.

Contact Details 

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