International Max Planck Research School Scholarship 2025

The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) PhD Scholarship for 2025-2026 is now accepting applications. This prestigious fully funded scholarship is available to international students and offers comprehensive financial support, including:

• A monthly net salary of at least 1,700 Euros (after taxes and deductions)
• Health insurance coverage
• Pension contributions
• Additional social benefits

In this article, we’ll break down everything you need to know about the IMPRS PhD Scholarship, including its benefits and a step-by-step guide to applying. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to pursue your doctoral studies in Germany! At the International Max Planck Research School, we are seeking apps from skilled and innovative young researchers who are curious by nature and hungry for fresh alternatives under our study mission. Successful applicants have a burning ambition to shape the future of science and the capacity to flourish in a extremely competitive, interdisciplinary setting.

Scholarship Coverage

International Max Planck Research School PhD Scholarship provide the recipient with the following benefits:

• The IMPRS-CellDevoSys guarantees full financial support for the entire duration of your PhD work, i.e, up to 4 years. PhD projects in the IMPRS cannot extend beyond 4 years.
• Financial support is granted via an employment contract according to 65% TvöD E13 (German tariff for employees in civil service).
• Health insurance, pension contribution, and other social benefits are included in the contract. The net take-home pay for PhD students (after taxes and deductions) is a minimum of 1,700 Euro per month.

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Eligibility Criteria for International Max Planck Research School PhD Scholarship

To be eligible for International Max Planck Research School PhD Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Required Language: English.
  We recommend including TOEFL or IELTS results with your application if available.
• Eligible Countries: All World Countries
• Admission is based solely on prior scientific qualifications and future potential. This ensures the recruitment of only the highest qualified candidates in a fair and transparent manner.
• You must hold a university degree or have a scheduled graduation date before starting your thesis work.
• Distinctive proficiency in textbook scientific knowledge is essential. Enthusiasm and collegiality are also vital.
• Applicants must hold, or anticipate receiving, a Master’s Degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or Engineering before taking up PhD thesis work. Applicants holding an excellent BSc degree are also welcome to apply, given that independent research and a written thesis is part of the curriculum.
• As English is the working language of the program, applicants should demonstrate a high level of spoken and written English proficiency. We recommend including TOEFL or IELTS results with your application if available.
• Candidates previously affiliated with an IMPRS group for more than 3 months are considered “internal candidates”. In general, internal candidates are eligible for admission. They may join a research group for PhD thesis work if the previous affiliation with this group did not exceed 12 months.
• Internal candidates must demonstrate outstanding performance and the highest potential in order to be invited for interviews.
• Evaluation Process
• • Completed eligible applications will proceed to evaluation. The first evaluation takes into account the applicants’ national education system, and is carried out by internal experts of the respective educational system.
  • Additionally, we may conduct phone or Skype interviews during the evaluation process. Qualified applications are recommended to faculty members for further assessment. They jointly short-list the candidates to be invited for the interview week in Dresden.