Between rounds: This call is not accepting applications right now. The funder has published the next date: the next call opens on 15 Nov 2026. The current call has closed (maximum number of applications reached). The foundation says the next call opens on 15 Nov 2026; there are three calls a year (15 Mar, 15 Jul, 15 Nov), each closing once 800 applications are in. Check the funder page.
Humboldt Research Fellowship (postdoctoral and experienced researchers)
- Status
- Between rounds
- Funder
- Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
- Next window
- The current call has closed (maximum number of applications reached). The foundation says the next call opens on 15 Nov 2026; there are three calls a year (15 Mar, 15 Jul, 15 Nov), each closing once 800 applications are in. Check the funder page.
- Amount
- Postdoctoral researchers €3,000 a month for 6 to 24 months
- Region
- Germany (host); applicants from abroad
- Last checked
- 12 Nov 2026
- Official page
- Funder page
Eligibility in plain language
Postdoctoral researchers who completed their doctorate within the last 4 years (or will complete it before the selection meeting), with a host at a research institution in Germany. Not for German nationals (with exceptions), nor for those who spent more than 90 days in Germany in the last 18 months. A separate track exists for experienced researchers.
Summary
Fellowships for researchers from abroad to carry out a self-chosen project with a host in Germany.