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DAAD Bilateral Exchange of Academics 2026

Awarded by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

PhD

Funding Type

Partial Funding · up to 2,150 euros per month

Eligible Courses

subjects offered at the universities

Eligible Nationalities

Open to selected nationals

Can Be Taken At

Participating universities all over the World

Provider

German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)

Last Verified On

08 Oct 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

About the scholarship:

To improve international relations and bilateral research cooperations between German and foreign universities, the DAAD supports exchanges of scientists and academics from partner countries. The basis of these exchanges is cultural exchange programs and bilateral agreements with foreign partner organizations.

Selection:

The most important selection criteria are:

  • Academic achievements and, if applicable, publications, which must be documented in the curriculum vitae and a list of publications
  • A convincing and well-planned research project

Value:

Monthly payments of:

  • 2,000 euros for assistant teachers, assistant professors and lecturers
  • 2,150 euros for professors
  • Unless otherwise regulated by bilateral agreements, the costs of the outward and return journey are borne by the respective sending country.
  • In the case of a disability or chronic illness: subsidy for additional costs that result from the disability or chronic illness and are not covered by other funding providers.
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3

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  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

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FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of DAAD Bilateral Exchange of Academics 2026 is Expired.
  • DAAD Bilateral Exchange of Academics 2026 is offered to PhD degree.
  • DAAD Bilateral Exchange of Academics 2026 is offered for subjects offered at the universities.
  • DAAD Bilateral Exchange of Academics 2026 is open for: Open to selected nationals.
  • DAAD Bilateral Exchange of Academics 2026 is offered by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).
  • DAAD Bilateral Exchange of Academics 2026 covers Partial Funding, up to 2,150 euros per month.