German DAAD GROW Scholarship 2026 in Germany (€2,150/Month Research Funding)
The German DAAD GROW Scholarship 2026 is a prestigious fully funded research opportunity designed for academics from developing regions. It supports scholars conducting development-focused research aligned with global priorities such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This scholarship enables researchers to spend up to six months at leading institutions in Germany, fostering global collaborations and solutions to real-world challenges.
Funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, the scholarship provides a comprehensive financial package, including a monthly stipend and additional benefits such as travel allowances and health insurance.
Eligibility
Applicants must be:
- Non-German citizens from eligible developing countries (Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, Asia)
- Affiliated with a university or research institution in their home country
- Have a strong academic background
- For postdocs: PhD completed within the last 4 years
- Not currently based in Germany
- Proposing research aligned with development goals (SDGs).
Deadline: Varies by program cycle
Benefits
Monthly stipend:
- PhD & Postdocs: €1,400/month
- Lecturers/Assistant Professors: €2,000/month
- Senior Academics/Professors: €2,150/month
Additional benefits include travel allowance, health, accident, and liability insurance, and support for applicants with disabilities.
