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German National Academic Foundation Leo Baeck Fellowship Programme 2026

Awarded by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

PhD

Funding Type

Partial Funding · EUR 1,650 + Monthly research cost + Travel expenses + Other benefits

Eligible Courses

German?Jewish Studies, History, Culture, Religion, Literature

Eligible Nationalities

Open to internationals

Can Be Taken At

German universities

Provider

German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)

Last Verified On

09 Feb 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

Eligibility Criteria for German National Academic Foundation Leo Baeck Fellowship Programme 2026:

Applicants must

  • Be doctoral students planning to carry out or currently conducting research in German‑Jewish Studies or a related field.
  • Hold a valid doctoral admission or equivalent enrollment at a recognised university.
  • Propose a research project that aligns with the thematic focus of the fellowship.
  • Meet the general eligibility and application requirements set by DAAD for research fellowship programmes.
  • Be able to undertake a research stay in Germany if the fellowship requires it.

Value of German National Academic Foundation Leo Baeck Fellowship Programme 2026:

  • Grant amount of 1,650 EUR each month
  • Monthly research cost allowance of 100 EUR
  • If applicable, health insurance allowance of max. 100 EUR, child allowance if applicable
  • Travel expenses for research meetings and conferences abroad
  • Monthly contributions or subsidies for tuition fees for a PhD abroad are possible, max. 10,000 EUR

Application Process:

Applicants must complete the DAAD online application via the DAAD Scholarship Database/portal.

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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.

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  • The deadline of German National Academic Foundation Leo Baeck Fellowship Programme 2026 is Expired.
  • German National Academic Foundation Leo Baeck Fellowship Programme 2026 is offered to PhD degree.
  • German National Academic Foundation Leo Baeck Fellowship Programme 2026 is offered for German?Jewish Studies, History, Culture, Religion, Literature.
  • German National Academic Foundation Leo Baeck Fellowship Programme 2026 is open for: Open to internationals.
  • German National Academic Foundation Leo Baeck Fellowship Programme 2026 is offered by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).
  • German National Academic Foundation Leo Baeck Fellowship Programme 2026 covers Partial Funding, EUR 1,650 + Monthly research cost + Travel expenses + Other benefits.