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DAAD Scholarships (German Academic Exchange Service)

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is the world’s largest funding organization for international students. Provides comprehensive financial stipends for Indian students pursuing Master's (EPOS / Helmut-Schmidt) and Ph.D. research at top German public universities.

Grant / Award
€934 to €1,300 / month living stipend + Travel allowance + Health insurance + Free German language course
Funding Organization
DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst), Federal Republic of Germany
Application Deadline
Deadlines vary from August to October depending on chosen Master’s program.
Target Category
International Study

Scheme Details & Financial Benefit

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is the world’s largest funding organization for international students. Provides comprehensive financial stipends for Indian students pursuing Master's (EPOS / Helmut-Schmidt) and Ph.D. research at top German public universities.

Mandatory Eligibility Criteria

Indian graduates with strong bachelor’s degrees applying for postgraduate or doctoral programs at German public universities

Step-by-Step Application Procedure

1
Identify eligible DAAD-funded degree courses on the daad.de database.
2
Apply directly to the German university and upload the DAAD application form.
3
Submit motivation letter explaining development relevance to India's progress.

Required Documentation Checklist

Signed DAAD Application Form
Hand-signed Curriculum Vitae (Europass format)
Letter of Motivation (1-2 pages)
University degree certificate and transcript of records
Work experience certificates from current and past employers

Direct Official Application Portal

Apply directly on the authentic government / trust portal without intermediaries.

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