Last updated: September 21, 2026
DAAD Deadline 2027 – Key Dates
Application Timeline
Official Study Scholarships — Master Studies for All Academic Disciplines cycle, from 1 June 2026 through winter semester 2027/2028. Country deadlines vary; check the DAAD Scholarship Database for yours.
Applications Open
Applications possible from 1 June until your country deadline. Create an account and start filling in details early.
Helmut Schmidt
Last cycle this public-policy scheme closed earlier than the general Master's listing. A confirmed next-cycle date has not been published here — check the current DAAD listing.
EPOS
Development-related programmes set their own dates and often close earlier. Confirm the current listing in the DAAD database rather than assuming last cycle's window.
Study Scholarship Deadline
Official DAAD listing for Master Studies for All Academic Disciplines: 16 November 2026 (US applicants: 30 October 2026). Country-specific. Portal closes 24:00 CET/CEST.
Selection
Official DAAD listing: selection in spring 2027 for winter semester 2027/2028 funding.
Award Letter
DAAD has not published a single global result date. Expect an award letter after spring 2027 selection.
Funding Begins
Winter semester 2027/2028 typically starts 1 October 2027. Be enrolled with housing and a bank account sorted.
Deadline Rules
The DAAD does not bend rules for anyone.
Meeting the Deadline
Start 4-6 Months Early
Draft motivation letter, pick recommenders, collect transcripts. Start in May/June.
Get Certifications Early
Certified translations take 2-4 weeks. In some countries, much longer.
Book Language Tests Now
IELTS/TOEFL/TestDaF slots fill fast. Results take 2-4 weeks. Book 3 months before deadline.
Set Personal Deadlines
Your personal deadline: 2 weeks before every DAAD milestone. That buffer saves you.