Scholarships and grants for Pakistani students wishing to study in Germany are offered by different German Institutions. For example, the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) offers scholarships for certain Master programs as well as research grants. In addition, some German Universities offer a small number of scholarships for specific programs.
Generally, applications for scholarships in Germany need to be submitted around a year before the start of the envisaged study program, according to the deadlines applicable (e.g. the deadline for a scholarship regarding a study program starting in October 2011 is already in summer 2010). Interested individuals are advised to start preparations for a scholarship application well in advance.
The following types of scholarships are currently available:
- Scholarships for Pakistani Graduates
- Offers for Pakistani Universities
- Offers for Pakistani Alumni of German Universities
Scholarships for Pakistani Graduates offered by DAAD (1)
Postgraduate courses in Public Policy and Good Governance (PPGG) at different universities in Germany are scholarship program which designed to academically qualify graduates and young professionals with an in-depth interest in Politics, Law, Economics and Administration. PPGG Study Programs are application-oriented with a view to prepare participants for professional careers. For details regarding deadlines and requirements, please see the following leaflet:
Click here to read Information leaflet on PPGG
To download Application form to apply this scholarship click here
Scholarships for Pakistani Graduates offered by DAAD (2)
Under the scholarship scheme of Postgraduate Courses for Professionals with Relevance for Developing Countries Masters Programs are financially supported by DAAD. Candidates need at least 2 years of professional experience in the relevant professional field. For further details on the Master Programs currently sponsored, please refer to the brochure below.
Information leaflet on courses for developing countries
Application form
Scholarships for Pakistani Graduates offered by DAAD (3)
Research Grants for Doctoral Candidates and Post-Doc Scientists, under this scheme grants for PhD or Post-Doc research projects are offered in all academic fields (i.e. Humanities, Social Sciences, Law, as well as Natural Sciences & Engineering). Scholarships are available for the so-called Sandwich Model (a research stay in Germany in the framework of a PhD Program in Pakistan) and a full PhD in Germany. Please refer to the following downloads:
Information leaflet on research grants
Application form
Scholarships for Pakistani Graduates offered by DAAD (4)
‘Conflict Studies and Management Programme’ (CSMP) is a new program implemented by the ‘Willy Brandt School of Public Policy’ in Erfurt (Brandt School) and the ‘German Academic Exchange Service’ (DAAD). It is addressed to Master’s students, doctoral students and senior researchers with an interest in conflict management in research and practice.
Information leaflet on research grants
Application form
Fellowship Grants for Pakistani Graduates offered by Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
Alexander von Humboldt Foundation offers Fellowship Grants for post-doctoral researchers with above-average qualifications who are at the beginning of their academic career and have completed their PhD in the last four years only. A Humboldt Research Fellowship sponsors a research project of 6-24 months. Candidates need to present their project to Humboldt Foundation, along with proof of acceptance by an academic host at a research institution in Germany. Scientists of all nationalities and disciplines may apply to Alexander von Humboldt Foundation directly at any time. Please refer to the following download and link:
Information leaflet on fellowship grants
Link to the application package
Offers for Pakistani Universities
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) funds Study Visits, Study Seminars and Internships in Germany for groups of foreign students under the supervision of university teachers.
For further details, please study the following document:
Information leaflet on study trips
Application for study trips
Offers for Pakistani Alumni of German Universities
The Re-invitation Program is open to academicians who have studied in Germany under no less than a one year DAAD scholarship, as well as to former scholarship holders who had studied in East Germany (GDR) for at least one year. Former scholarship holders meeting these requirements can apply for re-invitation to Germany to complete a research project at a higher education institution or research institute recognized by the German state.