Fully funded German PhD scholarship opens for Pakistanis
The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation award covers tuition and pays 1,500 euros monthly, with applications due by 1 October 2026.
Pakistani students can now apply for a fully funded doctoral scholarship in Germany through the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, ARY News reported on Monday.
The foundation has formally announced the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation Scholarship 2027 for international students pursuing higher education and research. The scholarship provides complete financial support for PhD study at any recognised German university.
Selected candidates receive a monthly stipend of 1,500 euros. A separate monthly mobility allowance of 100 euros is also provided. A one-time lump-sum allowance of 20 euros is paid. The scholarship is awarded for a maximum of three years.
All disciplines are open to applicants except medical education. To qualify, a candidate must present proof of admission to a PhD programme at a German university and a supervision letter signed by a professor or lecturer.
Applicants must also demonstrate German language proficiency at the B-2 level and provide official certification. According to the foundation’s values, a record of social service and a strong academic background will be taken into consideration during selection.
The application file must include educational degrees, transcripts, a research proposal, the supervisor’s confirmation letter, a German language certificate, and recommendation letters.
With the deadline of 1 October 2026 approaching, interested candidates have a short window to prepare their documents. Applications must be submitted through the foundation’s online portal by that date.
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