Scholarship
International Max Planck Research Schools (IMPRS) PhD Fellowships
The Max Planck Society offers PhD fellowships through its international research schools. These positions provide competitive funding and access to world-class research facilities in Germany.
About this scholarship
International Max Planck Research Schools (IMPRS) PhD Fellowships is offered by Max Planck Institutes at phd level. The award is valued at €1,365/month grant or ~€1,700/month employment contract, provided as living stipend support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as living stipend funding. Applicants selected receive €1,365/month grant or ~€1,700/month employment contract. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at phd level. Eligible study areas include Science and Research. No nationality restriction is recorded for this award.
Eligibility
Highly qualified international students with a relevant Master's degree.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-12-31. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
phd
Fields of study
Science and Research
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Max Planck Institutes
- Award
- €1,365/month grant or ~€1,700/month employment contract
- Funding type
- living stipend
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- phd
- Fields of study
- Science and Research
- Nationality
- No restriction recorded
- Deadline
- Open · 2026-12-31
- Renewable
- Yes
- Verification
- Not yet manually verified
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20