The DAAD Scholarship 2026 is now open, offering a life-changing chance for talented students from developing countries to study Master’s, MBA, LLM, MPhil, or PhD at top-ranked German universities without paying tuition. Funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), this is one of the most competitive and generous scholarships in the world.

💰 What’s Covered:

✓Full tuition fee waiver

✓Monthly stipend: €850 (Master’s) / €1,200 (PhD)

✓Health, accident & liability insurance

✓Travel allowance

✓Rent subsidy & family allowance (if applicable)

✅ Who Can Apply:

Citizens of eligible developing countries

Bachelor’s degree holders (min. 4 years) for Master’s / relevant Master’s for PhD

At least 2 years of work experience

Degree obtained within the last 6 years

English (IELTS/TOEFL) or German proficiency depending on your program

📅 Duration:

Master’s: 12–24 months

Doctoral: 36 months

🌍 Why Choose DAAD?

Study at world-class German universities

Access cutting-edge research & innovation

Live in a culturally rich, safe, and diverse country

🗓 Deadline: Varies by university and program