Can I find scholarships for the Germany 2027/28 winter intake, and what are the deadlines for me?
Options for the 2027/28 winter intake include the DAAD master's scholarship (listed deadline 2 November 2026), Deutschlandstipendium (deadline varies by university), Heinrich Boll Foundation (1 March or 1 September rounds) and Erasmus Mundus (often October to January). Check each official page, as dates and amounts change.
Several scholarships can help you with tuition and living costs for the 2027/28 winter intake in Germany. Amounts and deadlines differ by scheme, so you should match each one to your eligibility.
Scholarships and Deadlines
| Scholarship | What it covers | Deadline | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAAD Scholarship (master's) | Monthly stipend, insurance and travel allowance | Listed as 2 November 2026 | Around EUR 992 (approx INR 1.06 L) per month |
| Deutschlandstipendium | Merit-based financial support | Varies by university (for example, TU Dresden lists 1 to 15 July 2027 for 2027/28) | Around EUR 300 (approx INR 31,998) per month |
| Heinrich Boll Foundation | Stipend and eligible study support | 1 March or 1 September, depending on the round; confirm master's eligibility for 2027/28 first | Depends on the funding scheme |
| Erasmus Mundus (EMJM) | Tuition, travel and living support | Often October to January | Up to EUR 1,400 (approx INR 1.49 L) per month |
How to Use This List
- The DAAD date listed is 2 November 2026, which is only a few days away, so check the DAAD Scholarship Database immediately if it applies to you.
- For Deutschlandstipendium, ask your chosen university for its own deadline, since each one sets its own.
- For Erasmus Mundus, look at the individual joint master's program page for its application window.
My Advice
Shortlist two or three schemes that fit your profile and check their pages this week, since the nearest deadline is close. Amounts and dates are indicative, so confirm them on the official scholarship pages.
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