Alexander von Humboldt Foundation - Postdoctoral Research Fellowships

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Deadline15 April and 15 September

Award amountInitial subsidy; up to €10 million; Mobility allowance; Lump sum for travel expenses; €3,000 per month for postdocs; 3,000 EUR per month for postdocs; Subsidy for medical and liability insurance; €3,600 per month for experienced researchers

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

Application

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation - Information for Hosts

Guidance for academic hosts in Germany supporting applicants for the Humboldt Research Fellowship, including requirements for research proposals, host statements, and submission deadlines.

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Award amount

€500 monthly subsidy for humanities and social sciences

Eligibility

Researchers actively working at a research institution in Germany

Requirements

Academic support and point of contact for the fellow; Coordination of the research proposal with the applicant; Submission of a host statement focusing on applicant's creative potential and innovative ideas; Confirmation of research facilities and support; Compliance with Principles of Scientific Ethics and Rules of Good Scientific Practice; Adherence to regulations regarding arms-relevant technology transfer

Application materials

Research proposal (approx. 5 pages); Host statement; Confirmation of research facilities; Data privacy statement

How to apply

Applicant submits application; Host receives link to application documents; Host completes online form, uploads statement, and provides confirmation of research facilities

Important dates

Calls open annually on March 15, July 15, and November 15

Documents

Programme information (PDF); List of questions for the statement by the host (PDF); Rules of Good Scientific Practice (PDF); Guidelines on handling security-relevant research in international research collaborations

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