Which German universities can I target for a funded public health master's as an Indian student?
Germany's main public health scholarship for Indian students is DAAD EPOS, used with the MSc International Health at Charité and Heidelberg. It needs about 2 years of professional experience and pays EUR 992 per month (approx INR 1.06L). Confirm India on the official country list.
Most funded routes to a public health master's in Germany run through national schemes rather than university-own awards. The best known is DAAD EPOS, which suits applicants with work experience, so check your eligibility before you pick a programme.
Scholarships and universities to look at for a German public health master's
| Scholarship or university | What it offers | Points to note |
|---|---|---|
| DAAD EPOS with Charité, MSc International Health | Up to 3 DAAD EPOS scholarships a year | At least two years of related professional experience after your first degree; the 12-month fast-track option is required |
| DAAD EPOS with Heidelberg, MSc International Health | The university offers no scholarship of its own | Heidelberg points to DAAD, KAAD and Bread for the World as other funders |
| DAAD EPOS stipend | EUR 992 per month (approx INR 1.06L) for graduates, plus insurance payments and a travel allowance | Rent and family allowances may be added; confirm on the DAAD page |
| Deutschlandstipendium | EUR 300 per month (approx INR 31,908) for selected students | Awarded by the university, so check each one |
How to plan your scholarship application
- Check the DAAD scholarship database with your degree, work experience and country, and confirm India on the official list of eligible countries.
- Your last degree should normally be no more than six years old when you apply.
- Charité's latest EPOS window ran from 1 August to 15 October 2026 for September 2027 entry, so it has closed; check the Charité and DAAD pages for the next call.
- Prepare a clear statement of how you will use the training back in India.
- Apply for scholarships separately if the scheme requires it, and do not wait for your admission letter.
My Advice
If you have under two years of work experience, plan to build it before applying rather than hoping for an exception. Keep a plan B, such as tuition-free study with a blocked account, so that a missed scholarship call does not cost you a year.
This information is available on: daad.de, internationalhealth.charite.de, klinikum.uni-heidelberg.de, deutschlandstipendium.de
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