ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
The selection process for the ESOP is highly competitive and merit-based, primarily focusing on academic excellence and overall potential. Applications are evaluated by the Admissions Committees of the respective Master's programmes. The selection process might include a phone or video call interview in February. The final decision for awarding scholarships rests with the Rector of ETH Zurich, and decisions are communicated by the end of March. Approximately 60 ESOP scholarships are awarded annually.
Verification Flow
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
FAQs for ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship
Q.What is the application deadline for the ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship for 2026/2027?
The application window for the ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship (ESOP) for studies starting in Autumn 2027 is from November 1 to November 30, 2026. Decisions are typically communicated by the end of March 2027.
Q.Does the ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship cover all expenses?
Yes, the ESOP is considered a fully funded scholarship. It covers living and study expenses with a grant of CHF 12,000 per semester and provides a full tuition fee waiver for the regular duration of the Master's programme.
Q.Are international students eligible for the ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship?
Yes, the ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP) is open to excellent students from all nationalities, including international students, who wish to pursue a Master's degree at ETH Zurich.
Q.What is the minimum academic requirement for the ESOP scholarship?
Applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic performance in their Bachelor's degree, typically ranking in the top 10% of their programme, which is equivalent to a Grade A or a GPA of 8.8/10 or higher.