German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)

LOM is of prime importance when applying for DAAD scholarship. The quality of the LOM has a bearing on the decision for scholarship and it is also discussed thoroughly during the interview.

DAAD does not provide samples for motivation letter. There can be specifications that the applicant needs to adhere to while writing DAAD motivation letter.

The DAAD scholarship is a financial aid offered by the German Academic Exchange Service, primarily to PG, Doctorate & PhD students, keen on studying & pursuing research in Germany,

Yes, Indian students are eligible to apply for the DAAD scholarship.

However, Indian students have a very limited number of slots available to them, therefore interested applicants are advised to apply early.

For more info, check out: DAAD Scholarship

The DAAD scholarships amount is €934 for graduates and €1,300 for doctoral/PhD students. 

Indian students must obtain a CGPA  (Cumulative Grade Point Average) of 8.5 or above in order to obtain a DAAD scholarship. Otherwise, you can also get a DAAD Germany scholarship if you have an aggregate percentage of 85% in all the semesters. Along with CGPA, you must also meet the ELP requirements listed below:

• IELTS: 6.0
• TOEFL iBT: 80

Yes, you can stay in Germany after a DAAD scholarship. However, you must apply for a residence permit for job seekers. This is valid for a period of 18 months, and you can hunt for qualified jobs during this time period.

There is no fixed age limit for DAAD Germany scholarships. Hence, you can avail them at any age.

Yes DAAD Germany covers your tuition fee. Some other components that are inlcuded in DAAD scholarships are study and research allowance, flat-rate travel allowance. With the help of DAAD, students also get access to health, accident and personal liability insurance in a few cases.

You must meet the language proficiency criteria listed below:

English Taught Courses:

German Taught Courses: DSH 2 or Test DaF 4 certificate

Not necessarily mandatory, but likely required. The DAAD requires proof of language proficiency, which can often be demonstrated with an IELTS score. However, the specific language requirements and accepted tests vary depending on the programme and the language of instruction. Some programs may accept other English proficiency tests (like TOEFL) or may not require an English test if you can demonstrate proficiency through other means (e.g., if your previous degree was taught entirely in English). One are advised to check the specific DAAD programme details for exact language requirements.