Unlock your future with one of Germany’s most prestigious fully funded scholarships! The DAAD EPOS Scholarship offers outstanding international students and professionals the opportunity to pursue postgraduate studies at leading German universities. Funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), the program supports Master’s, MPhil, MBA, LLM, and PhD degrees in development-related fields. Selected scholars receive comprehensive financial support, including a monthly stipend, travel expenses, insurance, and additional benefits. With access to world-class education and global career opportunities, the scholarship helps students build the skills needed to create a lasting impact in their home countries.
Brief Description
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Intake: 2027/28
- Scholarship Duration: 12–42 months
- Degree Level: Master’s, MPhil, MBA, LLM, and PhD
- Host Country: Germany
Financial Benefits
The DAAD EPOS Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support to selected candidates, including:
- Monthly stipend of €992 for Master’s graduates.
- Monthly stipend of €1,300 for doctoral candidates.
- Health, accident, and personal liability insurance.
- Round-trip airfare/travel allowance.
- Monthly housing subsidy (where applicable).
- Additional financial support for accompanying family members, if eligible.
Note: Applicants who are not selected for the scholarship may still be able to apply to eligible EPOS programs as self-funded students, depending on the university’s admission policies.
Eligible Universities and Study Programs
The DAAD EPOS Scholarship supports a wide range of development-related postgraduate programs offered by German universities.
A complete PDF containing:
- Eligible universities
- Available Master’s and PhD programs
- Application deadlines
- Program links
is available through the official DAAD EPOS program page for the 2027/28 intake.
Also apply for Birmingham City University Undergraduate Scholarship 2026-27
Eligibility Criteria for DAAD EPOS Scholarship
To be considered for the DAAD EPOS Scholarship, applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (generally a four-year degree) in a relevant academic field.
- Have at least two years of relevant professional work experience after graduation.
- Demonstrate strong motivation for pursuing development-related postgraduate studies.
- Be a citizen of an eligible developing or emerging country as specified by DAAD.
- Meet the English language requirements. Most programs require an IELTS score of at least 6.0, although language requirements may vary by university.
Required Documents for DAAD EPOS Scholarship
Applicants are generally required to submit the following documents:
- Completed and signed DAAD application checklist.
- Completed DAAD application form.
- Europass Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Letter of Motivation.
- Higher education degree certificate(s).
- Official academic transcripts.
- Any additional documents requested by the selected university.
Important: Admission to the university is not required before applying for the DAAD EPOS Scholarship. Applicants should carefully review the specific requirements of their chosen program.
How to Apply for the DAAD EPOS Scholarship?
Applications must be submitted directly to the university offering the chosen postgraduate program. DAAD does not accept applications sent to its office. Each university follows its own admission procedure and application deadline, so applicants should carefully review the specific requirements before submitting their documents.
Need Help with Your Study Abroad Plans?
Get expert guidance for admissions and scholarships in UK, Italy, Canada 🇨🇦, USA, China, Germany, and Denmark.
Visit at:
𝐋𝐚𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 (𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞): 4, Block R3, Phase 2 Johar Town, Lahore, Pakistan
𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐝 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 (𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡): Beverly Centre, Jinnah Avenue F-6/1, Blue Area, Islamabad
Call now for a free discussion: +92 326 1980849
