Applications are now open for the NHR Scholarship 2026 in Germany for International Students. The NHR Graduate School is offering nine PhD Scholarships to students from around the world who hold a master’s degree.
Candidates with a background in computer science, mathematics, the natural, or engineering sciences, or in a related field are eligible to apply.
This is a Perfect opportunity to pursue a PhD from the NHR Centers located in different Institutes in Germany. There is no application fee, and it welcomes candidates from all countries. Below are more details about the NHR Scholarship requirements, financial benefits, and the application Process.
Details About NHR Scholarship 2026 in Germany For International Students
- Host Country: Germany
- Location: NHR Centers
- Duration: 36 Months
- Deadline: 15 September 2025 & 15 September 2026
Financial Benefits
The Scholarship Covers:
- 2200 Euros Per Month for 36 Months.
- Mentorship, Support, Seminars
NHR Centers in Germany
Candidates can pursue their PhD at any ONE of the NHR Centers. The List is below.
- RWTH Aachen
- Technische Universität Darmstadt
- Universität Nürnberg-Erlangen
- Universität Göttingen
- Karlsruher Institut für Technologie
- Technische Universität Dresden
- Berlin University Alliance
- Universität Paderborn
- Universität Frankfurt am Main
- Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU)
- Universität Mainz
- Universität des Saarlandes
Find more information about the NHR Centers here.
Eligibility Criteria
Ideal candidates for the NHR doctoral programs typically possess:
Required Documents
- Application Form
- Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research Statement
- Academic / University Transcripts
- Proof of Proficiency in English
- Recommendation Letter
How to Apply for the NHR Scholarship 2026?
To apply, please compile documents from 1 to 6 into a single PDF file. Email this PDF to scholarship@nhr-verein.de with the subject line “Application NHR Graduate School.” Ensure the file size is under 10 MB.
Your recommender should send their letter (document 7) directly to the same email address, also using “Application NHR Graduate School” as the subject.
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