About the Program
The Ute and György Széll International PhD Scholarship 2026-27 is offered by the Hans Böckler Foundation (Hans-Böckler-Stiftung) (HBS). The scholarship is a prestigious financial award designed to support outstanding international PhD students pursuing research in the social sciences and humanities. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of €1450 and other benefits.
Source: boeckler.de
What is the Eligibility
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be enrolled as a PhD student in Social Sciences or Humanities
- have a research plan describing your doctoral project
- secure an invitation from a host PhD supervisor in Germany
- have a research paper outlining the topic, questions, methodology, and goals of your research in Germany
- be available for a six-month research stay at a German university, research institute, foundation, or archive
Note:- There is no age limit for applicants.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Scroll down to the ‘DOWNLOAD PDF’ under the Procedure tab to download the application form.
Step 4: Save, print out, complete, and sign the application form.
Step 5: Prepare all required documents.
Step 6: Submit the signed application form and all supporting documents by post to
Hans Böckler Foundation
Georg-Glock-Straße 18
D-40474 Düsseldorf
Or you may send the signed PDF file and other documents by email to: bewerbung@boeckler.de (encrypted documents recommended for data protection)
Important Dates
Application Deadline:28th February 2026
Benefits
The selected students will receive:
- A monthly stipend of €1,450 (approx.₹1,52,355.85) for living expenses
- An annual allowance of €1,300 (approx.₹1,36,594.90) for travel expenses
- A six-month research stay at a German university or research institution
Required Documents
- Application form
- Curriculum Vitae in table form
- Academic transcript
- A research plan (3 pages, describes doctoral project)
- An invitation letter (PhD supervisor in Germany)
- A research paper
Selection Criteria
Candidates will be selected based on eligibility criteria.
Note: The pre-selection of applicants is carried out by the HBS department of study promotion with the participation of Ute and György Széll. The final decision is taken by the HBS PhD Committee.
Contact Details
Hans Böckler Foundation
Georg-Glock-Straße 18
D-40474 Düsseldorf
Email ID: zentrale@boeckler.de | Contact Number: +49 211 7778 0
FAQ for this Scholarship
Question: Who is offering the Ute and György Széll International PhD Scholarship 2026-27?
Answer: The Hans Böckler Foundation is offering this opportunity.
Question: How much is the scholarship worth?
Answer: The scholarship provides a monthly stipend of €1,450 for living expenses and an annual allowance of €1,300 for travel expenses for six months.
Question: Who is eligible for the Ute and György Széll International PhD Scholarship 2026-27?
Answer: Outstanding PhD students enrolled in social sciences or humanities programs who demonstrate political, cultural, and social engagement and have secured an invitation from a German host supervisor are eligible to apply for the scholarship.
Question: What is the last date to apply for the Ute and György Széll International PhD Scholarship?
Answer: The application deadlines are February 28, 2026.
Question: Is there an age limit for applicants?
Answer: No, there is no age limit for applicants.
Offered by
The Hans Böckler Foundation is offering this opportunity.
