Landesgraduiertenförderung (LGF) - PhD Scholarship (Baden-Württemberg)
by Land Baden-Württemberg / KIT (Karlsruhe House of Young Scientists - KHYS)
Stipend
1,468 EUR/month
Duration
Up to 3 years (annual renewal; start 1 Jan)
Level
phd
Deadline
Annually ~4 October (for start 1 Jan next year)
Overview
State-funded PhD scholarship (LGFG). Monthly 1,468 EUR (incl. lump-sum research/travel) + 400 EUR/month family supplement per child (100 EUR each additional). Duration up to 3 years (annual renewal). Start always 1 Jan. Requires: prof supervision, KIT faculty admission, research proposal, excellent qualification, completed degree. Taxable income limit 20,000 EUR/year. Application via KHYS (deadline ~4 Oct for following year).
Provider
Land Baden-Württemberg / KIT (Karlsruhe House of Young Scientists - KHYS)
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
Not explicitly restricted (open to international PhD candidates meeting criteria)
Degree Levels
phd
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
1,468 EUR/month + 400 EUR/month per child (100 EUR each additional)
Eligibility Requirements
- Admitted PhD candidate at KIT faculty
- prof supervision
- excellent qualification
- research proposal
- completed degree
- taxable income <20k EUR/year
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Travel Allowance
Contribution toward flights to and from Germany
Research Allowance
Additional funds for research materials and activities
Family & Childcare
Child allowance or childcare support for student parents
In the provider's words
- living expenses
- research/travel lump sum
- family support
How to Apply
Check Eligibility
Verify you meet the nationality, degree level, academic, and language requirements listed above.
Prepare Documents
Gather your academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV, letters of recommendation, language certificates, and motivation letter.
Find a Programme
Identify the German university and programme you want to study. Some scholarships require university admission before applying.
Submit Application
Apply through the official application portal before the deadline. Upload all required documents as PDFs.
Interview & Selection
If shortlisted, attend an interview (may be online). Selection committees assess academic merit, motivation, and fit.
Receive Decision
Scholarship decisions typically arrive 3-6 months after the deadline. If awarded, complete visa and enrolment procedures.
Application Document Checklist
- Completed application form
- Curriculum vitae (CV / resume)
- Motivation letter / statement of purpose
- Bachelor's or Master's degree certificate
- Academic transcripts with grades
- Language proficiency certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, TestDaF, or DSH)
- Letter(s) of recommendation from university professors
- Valid passport copy
- Passport-sized photograph
- University admission letter (if already accepted)
Note: Exact document requirements vary. Always check the official scholarship page for the definitive list.
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Quick Facts
- Amount
- 1,468 EUR/month + 400 EUR/month per child (100 EUR each additional)
- Duration
- Up to 3 years (annual renewal; start 1 Jan)
- Degree Levels
- phd
- Deadline
- Annually ~4 October (for start 1 Jan next year)
- Who Can Apply
- Not explicitly restricted (open to international PhD candidates meeting criteria)
Frequently Asked Questions About the Landesgraduiertenförderung (LGF) - PhD Scholarship (Baden-Württemberg)
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