Hamburg University International Student Scholarships
University of Hamburg · All India
Amount
€992/mo (approx. ₹10.7 Lakh+)
Deadline
15 Apr
Status
Open now
Provider Type
University
Last Verified
2026-27
About the Program
Comprehensive guide for Hamburg University International Student Scholarships. Get eligibility details, stipend amounts, and registration instructions here.
Benefits & Financial Support
€992/mo (approx. ₹10.7 Lakh+)
The scholarship provides a monthly stipend, usually a maximum of €992 (approximately 89,280 INR) for Bachelor's and Master's students. The minimum monthly funding is approximately €930 (approximately 83,700 INR). The scholarship aims to cover living expenses and enables recipients to concentrate on their studies. It is not intended to cover tuition fees, as public universities in Germany generally do not charge tuition for most programs. The annual amount can range from approximately 1,004,400 INR to 1,071,360 INR.
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Enrollment Status:Must be enrolled in a subject at Universität Hamburg for at least 2 completed semesters at the time of application. Students in 2-year Master's degree programs can apply after 1 completed semester.
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Nationality:Must not hold German citizenship.
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Financial Aid Eligibility:Must not be eligible for the federal student loan scheme (Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz - BAföG).
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Academic Performance:Must demonstrate good to excellent academic achievement.
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Engagement:Proof of social or cultural engagement, as well as other verifiable knowledge and skills (e.g., lectures, publications, awards, additional subject-related qualifications), is highly valued.
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Degree Level:Open to international students pursuing Bachelor's and Master's degrees. Doctoral researchers are unfortunately excluded from this specific Merit Scholarship program.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
- Education level: Undergraduate, Masters
- Course / stream: Undergraduate, Masters
- Income limit: No income bar
- Category: General, OBC, SC, ST
- Domicile: All India
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- —Completed application form (obtained from the University of Hamburg application portal)
- —Current enrollment certificate at Universität Hamburg
- —Academic transcripts or certificates of prior academic performance
- —Motivation letter explaining academic goals and social engagement
- —Proof of social engagement (e.g., volunteering certificates, references)
- —Valid residence permit for non-European citizens or identity card/residence registration certificate for European citizens
Selection Process
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The selection process is merit-based, focusing on outstanding academic achievement, demonstrated social or cultural engagement, and other verifiable knowledge and skills
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Applications are reviewed by a committee comprising members of the faculties and the student council
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Funding for the merit scholarship program is limited, and even very good applications may not be considered in cases of high application numbers.
Renewal Policy
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Merit scholarships are initially awarded for 2 semesters (a total of 12 months)
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Recipients can reapply for the scholarship
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In justified exceptional cases, the maximum funding period can be extended to 2 years.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via the official portal. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Review Eligibility
Carefully check all eligibility criteria on the official scholarship webpage to ensure you meet the requirements.
- 2Gather Documents
Collect all necessary application documents, including the completed application form, enrollment certificate, academic transcripts, a motivation letter detailing your academic goals and social engagement, proof of social activities, and your valid residence permit or ID.
- 3Prepare Submissions
Ensure all documents are submitted electronically as PDF files. For international certificates, certified translations into German or English, along with a conversion of grades into the German grading system (e.g., via uni-assist), might be required.
- 4Apply Online
Submit your complete application through the University of Hamburg's designated application portal. The application period for 2026 will be once a year, with a deadline of April 15, 2026.
- 5Await Decision
The selection committee's decisions are typically announced 8 to 11 weeks after the application deadline.
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Official Last Date & Timelines
15 April 2027
The application deadline for the Hamburg University International Student Scholarships is April 15th each year for the funding period beginning October 1st. For the 2026/2027 academic intake, the deadline was April 15, 2026; therefore, the next available deadline for the 2027/2028 intake is April 15, 2027.
Dates are subject to change per the provider's official notification. Apply well before the closing date.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Is this scholarship fully funded, covering all costs including tuition?
No, the University of Hamburg Merit Scholarship provides a monthly stipend to cover living expenses, but it does not typically cover tuition fees. Public universities in Germany generally do not charge tuition for most degree programs.
Can I apply for this scholarship as a first-year international student at the University of Hamburg?
No, applicants must have been enrolled in their subject at Universität Hamburg for at least two completed semesters (or one semester for students in two-year Master's degree programs) at the time of application.
Are doctoral researchers (PhD students) eligible for the Merit Scholarship?
No, unfortunately, doctoral researchers are explicitly excluded from applying for the general Merit Scholarship for International Students. The scholarship is aimed at Bachelor's and Master's degree students.
What are the key factors considered during the scholarship selection process?
The selection is based on good to excellent academic achievement, demonstrated social or cultural engagement, and other verifiable knowledge and skills. A selection committee evaluates these criteria.
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