German DAAD Re-Invitation Program 2026 for Former Scholarship Holders

DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst) has recently announced the applications online for “German DAAD Re-Invitation Program 2026 for Former Scholarship Holders”. This is a prestigious program hosted by the German Academic Exchange Service. DAAD aims to enable former international students who have been previously granted DAAD EPOS or DAAD scholarships to return to Germany and carry out intensive research at one of the participating state-recognized higher education or research institutes. The duration of this program is one to three months only. It offers comprehensive support against a research or work stay, which includes a monthly stipend, travel allowance, and insurance. This is your chance to have a prestigious short-term experience in Germany and improve your skill.

German DAAD Re-Invitation Program 2026

Program Coverage

• A monthly grant of 2,000 Euros for:
  • Lecturers
  • Teachers
  • Assistant Professors
• A monthly grant of 2,150 Euros for Professors
• Travel Allowance

Who can Apply?

• The German DAAD Re-Invitation Program is open to all nationals
• At least 3 years must have passed since you left Germany
• Propose a convincing research or work project in coordination with a participating German institute.

There are two programs in it, first program is intended for applicants who have previously received DAAD research grants or scholarships and were funded by the Federal Foreign Office for over six months. While second program is intended for applicants who have completed their degree program through the “Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS)” scholarship.

How to Apply?

The application process to apply for the German Re-invitation Program 2026 is online. Interested applicants should have to visit the official portal, select their desired country, read the given requirements, and submit their applications as soon as possible.
To apply online, visit the official link below;