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

Humboldt Research Fellowship

Official application portal and program information for the Humboldt Research Fellowship, supporting postdoctoral and experienced researchers for research stays in Germany.

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Award amount

€3,000 per month for postdocs

Eligibility

Researchers of all nationalities (excluding Germany); Postdoctoral researchers who completed their doctorate within the last 4 years; Experienced researchers who completed their doctorate within the last 12 years; Above-average academic qualifications; Must not have previously received direct sponsorship from the Humboldt Foundation

Requirements

Academic publications in internationally reviewed journals; Research outline; Host in Germany and confirmation of research facilities; Two expert reviews; Compliance with rules of good scientific practice

Application materials

Curriculum vitae (max 2 pages); Research outline (max 5 pages); Complete list of publications; List of selected key publications; Key publications; Doctoral certificate or proof of completion

How to apply

Submit application online via the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation portal; Ensure all documents are uploaded; Host must upload statement and confirmation of research facilities via provided link; Expert reviewers must upload reviews in the protected area

Important dates

Call opens 15 March 2026 for November 2026 selection; Call opens 15 July 2026 for March 2027 selection; Call opens 15 November 2026 for July 2027 selection

Documents

Programme information (PDF); Sample list of publications (PDF); Rules of good scientific practice (PDF)

Contact

info@avh.de

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