DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026
Apply to DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026 which can be taken at Institutions in Germany and provides up to EUR 2,150
Deadline: 07 Oct, 2026phd
Updated 23 Jul 2026
Overview
Details about DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026 DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026 is offered for PhD , Post Doc degree in the field of Selected research fields. You can apply to this scholarship here . The deadline for the sending your application is 07 Oct, 2026 . This scholarship is provided by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and the value of this scholarship is Partial Funding, up to EUR 2,150 . This scholarship is open for: Open to applicants who have not lived in Germany in the past three years. Degree: PhD , Post Doc Provided by: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Can be taken at: Institutions in Germany. Provider: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). Details are indicative and may change — verify on the official scholarship site before applying.
Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria for DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026 : Be a former holder of a DAAD research grant or study scholarship funded for more than six months by the German Federal Foreign Office or in a co-financed program. OR be a former East German scholarship holder who studied in Germany for at least one year. Not have lived in Germany for at least three years prior to the planned visit. Have research or a working project coordinated with a cooperation partner in Germany. Be able to undertake the stay in Germany in 2026. Accept that funding may only be claimed once within three years. Value of DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026: Monthly payments: €2,000 – assistant teachers, assistant professors, lecturers €2,150 – professors Travel allowance, unless covered by home country or other source Additional support for disability or chronic illness (if needed and justified) Application Process: Apply online via the DAAD portal during the application period Upload the following documents: Online application form CV (max. 3 pages) List of publications (if applicable) Research/work project statement (max. 10 pages) Time schedule/itinerary with host institutions Confirmation from German host institution guaranteeing workspace Employer certificate granting paid research leave Translations of documents in German or English (if the original is in another language) Ensure all documents are submitted before the application deadline. Source : German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Disclaimer: All Content, Logo and Company names are registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them. Report inaccuracy in this page Related Links of German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Explore German Academic Exchange Service (DA
Benefits
Partial Funding , up to EUR 2,150
FAQs
Who can apply for DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026?
Eligibility Criteria for DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026 : Be a former holder of a DAAD research grant or study scholarship funded for more than six months by the German Federal Foreign Office or in a co-financed program. OR be a former East German scholarship holder who studied in Germany for at least one year. Not have lived in Germany for at least three years prior to the planned visit. Have research or a working project coordinated with a cooperation partner in Germany. Be able to undertake the stay in Germany in 2026. Accept that funding may only be claimed once within three years. Value of DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026: Monthly payments: €2,000 – assistant teachers, assistant professors, lecturers €2,150 – professors Travel allowance, unless covered by home country or other source Additional support for disability or chronic illness (if needed and justified) Application Process: Apply online via the DAAD portal during the application period Upload the following documents: Online application form CV (max. 3 pages) List of publications (if applicable) Research/work project statement (max. 10 pages) Time schedule/itinerary with host institutions Confirmation from German host institution guaranteeing workspace Employer certificate granting paid research leave Translations of documents in German or English (if the original is in another language) Ensure all documents are submitted before the application deadline. Source : German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Disclaimer: All Content, Logo and Company names are registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them. Report inaccuracy in this page Related Links of German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Explore German Academic Exchange Service (DA
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