The DAAD Scholarship (German Academic Exchange Service) is one of the world’s largest scholarship programs for international students, including Indians, who want to pursue Master’s, PhD, or research programs in Germany. DAAD covers tuition (most German universities charge none), monthly stipends, health insurance, travel allowances, and sometimes rent subsidies.
It aims to promote global academic exchange and strengthen research collaboration. DAAD scholarships are offered across fields like engineering, natural sciences, social sciences, arts, management, environmental studies, and public policy.
Applicants must usually have excellent academic records, strong motivation letters, relevant work or research experience (depending on program), and clear study or research proposals.
Shortlisting is based on academic merit, research potential, clarity of goals, and suitability for the chosen German university/course. Some programs may have interviews or require German-language proficiency.
Opening Date: 02-Dec-2025 07:53 AM
Closing Date: 02-Dec-2025 07:53 AM
DAAD Scholarship – Detailed Syllabus / Selection Components
(Note: DAAD does not conduct a written exam; it evaluates documents and interviews. “Syllabus” refers to components evaluated during the selection.)
1. Academic Assessment
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Undergraduate CGPA/grades
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Academic consistency across semesters
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Relevance of previous education to selected course
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Research aptitude for PhD applicants
2. Statement of Purpose (SOP) / Motivation Letter
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Purpose of choosing Germany
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How the course aligns with career goals
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Motivation for selected program
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Leadership & community contribution
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Clarity, coherence, and justified reasoning
3. Research Proposal (for PhD)
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Problem statement
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Research objectives
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Methodology
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Feasibility in German academic environment
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Potential impact
4. Letters of Recommendation
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Academic credibility
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Assessment of potential
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Professional/academic achievements
5. Interview Evaluation (if applicable)
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Knowledge of chosen subject
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Awareness of Germany’s education system
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Communication skills
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Research clarity (for PhD)
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Future goals and alignment with program
Guidelines
- All questions are mandatory and there is no negative marking.
- Duration: minutes
- Total Questions:
- Question Type: MCQ
Disclaimer
- Read the question carefully.
- Select the best answer from the provided options.
- Ensure you have a stable Internet connection.
- After selecting your answer, click on the "Submit" button.