KWI International Fellowship 2026/27 Germany

GermanyKWI International
GermanyScholarshipFully FundedRolling deadlinepostdoc
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Program details

Key facts at a glance

Host country
Germany
Region
Europe
Institution
KWI International
Study level
Postdoc
Funding
Fully Funded

Program overview

Full description, requirements, and what to expect

This Fellowship program in Germany offers fully funded. The application deadline is 28th February 2026.

KEY DETAILS - Location: Germany - Program level: Fellowship - Funding: Fully Funded - Deadline: 28th February 2026

ELIGIBILITY - Postdoctoral experience: Candidates must possess up to six years of postdoctoral experience after completing their PhD. - International eligibility: Researchers from all over the world are eligible for the fellowship. - German nationals are only qualified if they work at an international research institute at the moment. - Project submissions must be in line with KWI’s research objective.

BENEFITS - Monthly living allowance: Funding for the duration of the fellowship. - Living expenses: Payment for daily expenses such as lodging, food, and personal necessities. - Insurance: Throughout the fellowship, health and accident coverage. - Travel costs: Money to pay for transportation to and from Germany.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS - Curriculum Vitae (CV): Updated academic and professional résumé. - List of publications: Comprehensive record of scholarly work. - PhD certificate: Proof of doctoral qualification. - KWI project proposal: Research proposal aligned with KWI’s agenda, maximum 5,000 characters.

Official reference

Program Overview

KWI International Fellowship 2026/27 Germany is listed on our platform as a fully funded scholarship for international applicants interested in opportunities in Germany.

The opportunity is connected to KWI International, which administers or hosts the program.

Typical study or experience level: Postdoc.

Geographic focus: Germany (Europe).

This listing indicates fully funded support, which may cover tuition, living costs, travel, or related expenses depending on the official program rules.

About the Host

KWI International is associated with this scholarship. Review the official website for faculty contacts, campus details, and any department-specific requirements before you apply.

How to Apply - Read the full eligibility criteria and confirm you meet every requirement. - Prepare all required documents and have certified copies ready if the program asks for them. - Submit your application through the official website: https://glorno.com/index.php/2025/12/24/kwi-international-fellowship-2026-27-germany-fully-funded/ - Keep confirmation emails, reference numbers, and submission screenshots for your records. - Monitor your email for interview invitations, document requests, or admission decisions.

Requirements & preparation

Review eligibility, benefits, and documents before you apply

Eligibility criteria

4 requirements to review

  • Postdoctoral experience: Candidates must possess up to six years of postdoctoral experience after completing their PhD.
  • International eligibility: Researchers from all over the world are eligible for the fellowship.
  • German nationals are only qualified if they work at an international research institute at the moment.
  • Project submissions must be in line with KWI’s research objective.

Benefits & funding

4 perks included · Fully Funded

  • Monthly living allowance: Funding for the duration of the fellowship.
  • Living expenses: Payment for daily expenses such as lodging, food, and personal necessities.
  • Insurance: Throughout the fellowship, health and accident coverage.
  • Travel costs: Money to pay for transportation to and from Germany.

Required documents

Prepare these before you apply

  1. 1Curriculum Vitae (CV): Updated academic and professional résumé.
  2. 2List of publications: Comprehensive record of scholarly work.
  3. 3PhD certificate: Proof of doctoral qualification.
  4. 4KWI project proposal: Research proposal aligned with KWI’s agenda, maximum 5,000 characters.

Important dates

Deadlines and listing updates

  • Application deadlineRolling — applications accepted on an ongoing basis
  • Published on Opportunity StationDec 23, 2025
  • Last updatedJul 8, 2026

Participating location

Where this opportunity takes place

Germany · Europe

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Next step

Ready to apply?

Use the official application website to submit your application directly to the program organizer. The link opens in a new tab so you can keep this guide open.

https://glorno.com/index.php/2025/12/24/kwi-international-fellowship-2026-27-germany-fully-funded/

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