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India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka
August 2026

Applications open -  
DAAD Young Ambassadors 2027

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Did you love your study experience in Germany?  
Would you like to share your experience with others? 
Then become a DAAD Young Ambassador!  
  
The DAAD Young Ambassador Programme invites motivated students or young professionals who have study or research experience at German institutions to inspire others to explore study and research opportunities in Germany.  
  
You can apply if you  
● Are a national of India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal or Sri Lanka 
● Have studied or are currently studying/researching in Germany 
● Are below 32 years of age as on 1 Jan 2027 
● Are enthusiastic about promoting Germany via presentations or events 
● Are willing and able to attend the Young Ambassadors Training Workshop which will take place online in November 2026 
  
Application deadline: 30 September 2026 
Apply Now
Autumn School at University of Potsdam
 
A short stay to learn more about four wonderful programmes at the University of Potsdam! Most travel and accommodation costs covered; participation free of cost!  
Get to know MSc programmes in  
- Climate, Earth, Water and Sustainability 
- Geosciences 
- Remote Sensing, Geo-Information and Visualisation 
- Ecology, Evolution and Conservation 
 
Attend engaging lectures and workshops, visit outstanding research 
facilities, connect with fellow students and experience life in Potsdam.
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Pre-Departure Meets for Winter Semester 2026
For students with admission at a German university 
 
Colombo 
DAAD Information Centre Colombo, 
At the Delegation of German Industry & Commerce in Sri Lanka 
15th Floor, 127, W A D Ramanayake Mawatha, Colombo 2 
30 Jul, 14:30 - 16:30 IST 
 
New Delhi 
DAAD Regional Office New Delhi, 
1 Africa Avenue, DLTA Complex,  
New Delhi 110029 
30 Jul, 16:00 - 17:00 IST 
 
Bengaluru 
Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan, 716, CMH Road, Indiranagar 1st Stage, Bangalore 560038 
1 Aug, 10:00 - 12:00 IST 
 
Mumbai 
Knowledge Resource Centre (KRC) 
New Building, Seminar Hall, Ground floor, Kalina Campus 
Santacruz East, Mumbai 400098 
6 Aug, 14:00 - 16:00 IST
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Applications invited for 
Thematic Germany Alumni Clusters South Asia
The DAAD Regional Office New Delhi invites DAAD, AvH, and Germany alumni from India and South Asia to join the Clusters across Engineering, Agricultural & Ecological Sciences, Natural Sciences, and Management, Humanities & Social Sciences. 
 
Participants for the Sep – Oct 2026 kick-off events will be selected from the survey responses; seats are limited and allotted on a first-come, first-served basis. 
 
Registration for the kick-off events may close once seats are filled, but you can still be part of the relevant thematic alumni cluster.
Register

Study in Germany - Web Sessions

Masters in Germany 
4 Aug, 16:00 IST 
 
Drafting a Strong Research Proposal (Panel Discussion) 
With DAAD Research Ambassadors 
12 Aug, 16:00 IST 
 
Bachelors in Germany 
13 Aug, 16:00 IST 
 
Online Session with German Universities 
KIT (3D Matter Made to Order) 
Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz 
19 Aug, 15:00 IST 
 
My First Week in Germany: How I Got Settled 
Session with DAAD Young Ambassadors 
20 Aug, 16:00 IST 
 
PhD in Germany 
26 Aug, 16:00 IST
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Study in Germany - On-site Sessions

Chennai 
Study and Research in Germany 
Open for students of IIT Madras 
ICSR Hall 3, IIT Madras 
3 Aug, 16:30 - 17:30 IST 
 
Study in Germany Day - Masters in Focus (Open for all) 
Auditorium at Goethe-Institut Chennai 
5 Aug, 17:00 - 19:00 IST 
 
Colombo 
Study and Research in Germany (Open for all) 
Goethe-Institut Sri Lanka  
3 Aug, 15:30 - 16:30 IST 
 
New Delhi 
Study and Research in Germany (Open for all) 
DAAD Office, New Delhi  
6 Aug, 16:00 - 17:00 IST 
 
Study and Research in Germany (Open for all) 
DAAD Office, New Delhi 
27 Aug, 16:00 - 17:00 IST
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Digital Master Test (dMAT) for selected Master’s applicants in India

Digital Master Test (dMAT), will be required as an additional element in the APS documentation for selected groups of Master’s applicants in India. 
The dMAT is a standardised academic aptitude test for Master’s applicants. It is being introduced step by step as an additional element in the APS documentation for certain applicant groups.
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Meet DAAD Young Ambassadors: Proud Recipients of the Deutschlandstipendium

I'm Md Shakatul Islam, completed my Master’s degree in Civil Engineering at the TUM. My experience in Germany profoundly shaped my outlook on education, sustainability, & collaboration. The academic excellence & interdisciplinary culture inspired me to connect technical learning with practical, people-centered impact — a philosophy I continue to apply in my current work.
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I’m Biya Berney, currently completing my Master’s in Crop Protection at the Georg-August-Universität Göttingen. Studying in Germany has been a deeply transformative experience for me. The research environment, shaped by interdisciplinary teamwork, state-of-the-art laboratory technologies, and a highly supportive academic culture, has allowed me to work on innovative topics in plant health and biological solutions.
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I’m Zubair Hussain Hamid, Master student at Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences.  
My first days were a mix of excitement and nervousness, but the warm international community made me feel at home right away. The hands-on learning, expert professors, and friendships from across the globe have truly shaped who I am today. 
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Read more about DAAD Young Ambassadors: www.daad.in/ya

ESB Business School at Reutlingen University 

Get a truly international education!

The AACSB-accredited ESB Business School provides top-tier undergraduate, graduate and executive progammes in business administration (German/English), with an extensive network of partner companies, numerous global university collaborations and a strong alumni network.
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Hof University 

Hands-on M.B.A. and M.Eng. programs at Hof University

Boost your career with our hands-on Master’s programs in Digitalization and Innovation (M.B.A.), Operational Excellence (M.B.A. and M.Eng.), General Management (M.B.A.), or Software Engineering (M.Eng.). Our unique one-year industry internship combined with intensive German language training enables you to apply your skills, gain valuable professional experience, and prepare for your career in Germany.
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Hof University 

English-taught programs at Hof University

Study in Germany – in English! 
Discover Bachelor’s and Master’s programs at Hof University in Engineering, Computer Science, Business and Design. Benefit from hands-on learning, integrated industry internships, small class sizes and personal support – in a safe and welcoming university environment in Bavaria.
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