Humboldt Research Fellowship 2025

Eligibility Criteria of the Fellowship :

• Applicants must identify as international postdocs or experienced researchers.
• Postdoctoral researchers are eligible to apply within four years of finishing their doctoral degrees.
  • They may apply for a sponsorship period of 6–24 months
• Seasoned researchers may submit applications for up to twelve years following the completion of their doctoral degrees.
  • They may apply for a sponsorship period of 6–18 months
• Applicants may conduct research in a topic of their interest.
• Applicants must hold a doctorate or comparable academic degree.
• Applicants must have their own, clearly defined personal academic profile.
• Applicants must surpass all the application requirements set by the foundation.
• Applicants must have published academic journals in accordance with international standards.

Application Process :

All eligible candidates must apply online to be considered for the fellowship. The application should include the following components:

• Curriculum Vitae (max. 2 pages)
• Research outline (max. 5 pages)
• Complete list of the publications
• List of selected key publications
• German language certificate
• Doctoral certificate or proof that the doctorate has been completed successfully, or confirmation that this will be the case within the next six months
• Other documentation as and when requested by the provider.

Value of the Fellowship :

The successful candidates are awarded the following benefits:

• Monthly fellowship - EUR 2,700 (postdocs)
• Monthly fellowship - EUR 3,200 (experienced researchers)
• Lump sum for travel expenses and an initial subsidy.
• Mobility allowance and a subsidy towards the cost of medical and liability insurance.