Applications are now open for the Humboldt Research Fellowship 2027. This is a fully funded fellowship for a period of 6 to 24 months. The Humboldt Research Fellowship is a popular program of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. It allows you to conduct research with a host researcher at a location of your choice in Germany. Applicants from all countries (except Germany) are eligible to apply. The application period will close after 800 applications have been received. Selected fellows receive a monthly stipend, a mentor, health insurance, travel expenses, family support, and living expenses.
Details About Humboldt Research Fellowship 2027
- Host Country: Germany
- Host Organization: Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
- Course Level: Post-Doctoral, Experienced Researchers
- Program Duration: 6 to 24 months
- Deadline: November 2026
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Types of Humboldt Research Fellowship
This is a great opportunity for researchers to conduct their research at top German universities and receive guidance and mentoring from top German faculty.
- For Postdoctoral Researchers: This program is designed for researchers who have completed their PhDs within the last four years. Fellows can conduct research in Germany for 6 to 24 months.
- For Experienced Researchers: This program is open to researchers who are further along in their careers. Fellowships can last from 6 to 18 months and can be divided into up to three stays within three years.
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Financial Benefits
- Return Airfare
- Monthly Stipend
- €3000 per month for Postdoctoral Researchers
- €3600 per month for Experienced Researchers
- Money is given for conferences, research travel, and library visits.
- Health insurance is included.
- Family support is provided if they stay with you for at least 3 months.
- Extra support is given for children under 18.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all nationalities except Germans.
- Applicants should have a PhD (or equivalent research experience), a strong record of published research in reputable journals, and solid academic achievements.
This is just an overview. For detailed requirements, please refer to the Humboldt Fellowship website.
Required Documents
- Key publications.
- Doctoral certificate.
- An updated CV (two pages max).
- Research outline (five pages max).
- A detailed list of publications.
- List of selected key publications.
- Host’s statement and confirmation of research facilities.
- Two expert reviews.
- Letter of acceptance.
- German language certificate, if applicable.
How to Apply?
The Selection Committee reviews the application in March, July, and November. The link to the application website is below.
