Details about DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026
DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026 is offered for PhD, Post Doc degree in the field of Selected research fields. You can apply to this scholarship here. The deadline for the sending your application is 03 Apr, 2026. This scholarship is provided by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and the value of this scholarship is Partial Funding, up to EUR 2,150 . This scholarship is open for: Open to applicants who have not lived in Germany in the past three years.
- Degree: PhD, Post Doc
- Provided by: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
- Deadline: 03 Apr, 2026
- Scholarship value: Partial Funding, up to EUR 2,150
Eligibility Criteria for DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026:
- Be a former holder of a DAAD research grant or study scholarship funded for more than six months by the German Federal Foreign Office or in a co-financed program.
- OR be a former East German scholarship holder who studied in Germany for at least one year.
- Not have lived in Germany for at least three years prior to the planned visit.
- Have research or a working project coordinated with a cooperation partner in Germany.
- Be able to undertake the stay in Germany in 2026.
- Accept that funding may only be claimed once within three years.
Value of DAAD Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders 2026:
- Monthly payments:
- €2,000 – assistant teachers, assistant professors, lecturers
- €2,150 – professors
- Travel allowance, unless covered by home country or other source
- Additional support for disability or chronic illness (if needed and justified)
Application Process:
- Apply online via the DAAD portal during the application period
- Upload the following documents:
- Online application form
- CV (max. 3 pages)
- List of publications (if applicable)
- Research/work project statement (max. 10 pages)
- Time schedule/itinerary with host institutions
- Confirmation from German host institution guaranteeing workspace
- Employer certificate granting paid research leave
- Translations of documents in German or English (if the original is in another language)
- Ensure all documents are submitted before the application deadline.

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Sapna Mandoli
Harish Dammannagari
Scholarship Expert
Hi Sapna,
The Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders, DAAD, is for current holders of DAAD research grants or study scholarships who have been funded for more than six months by the Federal Foreign Office or in a program co-financed with Federal Foreign Office funds. Unfortunately, the scholarship does not cover the preferred course of Sports Science.
Mahmoud behrouzi
Nasser
Scholarship Expert
Hi Mahmoud Behrouzi,
This scholarship meets your requirements. Start your application by clicking on the "Apply Now" button. Before applying, check the full eligibility criteria and deadlines. Good luck with your scholarship application process.
Syeda farwa batool
Harish Dammannagari
Scholarship Expert
Hello Syeda Farwa,
The re-invitation program by DAAD, which you've inquired about, is available for applicants interested in pursuing their PhD or Postdoc studies at institutions in Germany. At the moment, there aren't any scholarships available matching your specified preferences. However, you might find it beneficial to explore international scholarship opportunities tailored for Pakistani students. I hope you find this compilation helpful. Best of luck in your search!