DAAD-NRF Joint announced New Scholarship Programme for the Academic year 2026 If you’re aiming for a Master’s or PhD degree and have your sights set on South Africa—and a potential research stint in Germany—this could be the opportunity that changes your academic journey.The programme, a collaboration between Germany’s DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) and South Africa’s National Research Foundation (NRF)
Location : South Africa
Institution: South African public university
Duration of funding: Up to two years for the Master’s, up to three years for the PhD.
Deadline: Not specied
Scholarship Funding Package
- ZAR 80.000,- p.a. for Master’s
- ZAR 110.000,- p.a. for PhD
- Full coverage of tuition and university registration fees
- Monthly living stipend
- Medical insurance
- Research visit funding for PhD candidates to spend time in Germany
- Academic development and networking opportunities.
Who are Eligible to Apply?
South African nationals or permanent residents.
Female applicants are especially encouraged to apply.[Read: PHD Scholarship Opportunity University of Warwick in Applied Linguistics 2026 ]
How to Apply DAAD-NRF Joint Scholarship Programme South Africa 2026
With limited slots remaining and a growing number of applicants, prospective students are encouraged to act quickly to submit applications here (https://www2.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium/datenbank/en/21148-scholarship-database/?detail=10000279). All applications must be submitted through the NRF’s online system, with supporting documents including transcripts, a well-prepared research proposal, and academic references.
Applications have to be submitted to NRF only. Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered. Final selection is made by a panel consisting of university professors and representatives of both NRF and DAAD. Successful candidates will be informed through NRF.
