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What do I need to qualify for the DAAD EPOS scholarship, and what does it pay?

02 Oct 2026 · Answered by Rakshitha Muthukumar · 1 min read
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The DAAD EPOS Scholarship supports students from developing and emerging countries on selected postgraduate courses in Germany. Applicants usually need a suitable degree, good results and about 2 years of professional experience. It pays around 992 euros monthly for graduates and 1,400 euros for doctoral candidates, plus insurance.

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The DAAD EPOS Scholarship supports students from developing and emerging countries on selected postgraduate courses in Germany. You usually need a suitable degree, good academic results and about 2 years of professional experience. Graduates receive around EUR 992 (approx INR 1.08 L) a month.

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DetailInformation
Study levelMainly Masters and selected PhD courses, depending on the course
Work experienceUsually 2 years after your first degree
Monthly payment, graduatesAround 992 (approx INR 1.08 L)
Monthly payment, doctoral candidatesAround 1,400 (approx INR 1.53 L)
InsuranceHealth, accident and personal liability insurance included
Travel supportAvailable in eligible cases and varies
Funding periodDepends on the course, listed as 12 to 42 months

Deadlines

There is no common deadline for all EPOS courses, since each course sets its own date. Check the website of your selected course for the latest date.

My Advice

Confirm first that your country and your chosen EPOS course both qualify, then document your professional experience carefully. Because deadlines are course-specific, note the date on your course website and plan your paperwork backwards from it.

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