International Max Planck Research School PhD Scholarship 2027

The International Max Planck Research School PhD Scholarship is a fully funded PhD program offered by the IMPRS across multiple fields in Germany. It provides an employment-based contract with health insurance and social benefits, with a net take-home pay of at least 1,700 euros per month for up to four years. The program is hosted at Germany’s International Max Planck Research School, which collaborates with local Max Planck Institutes to train doctoral researchers in interdisciplinary settings.

Full financial support for the duration of the PhD (up to 4 years); health insurance, pension contributions, and other social benefits; competitive employment contract.

Open to international applicants who hold or will hold a master’s degree in a relevant field before starting the PhD. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English and meet the program’s research eligibility criteria.

Follow the official PhD program pages and submit the application through the IMPRS system; may involve a multi-step selection process including referees and interviews.