Max Planck Fellowship 2026 in Germany (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the Max Planck Fellowship 2026 at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) in Germany. It is a fully funded fellowship that allows you to spend up to two years at the AEI’s locations in Potsdam and Hannover. The objective of this program is to attract outstanding foreign post-doctoral researchers in the field of gravitational physics to Germany. The institute offers a broad opportunities for Junior scientists. This program is open to applicants from all countries. Fellows will contribute to the institute’s cutting-edge research. There is no application fee, and fellows will receive payment for living expenses. More details are below.

Details About Max Planck Fellowship 2026 in Germany

• Host Country: Germany
• Location: Max Planck Albert Einstein Institute
• Duration: 2 Years
• Benefits: Fully Funded
• Deadline: 25 November 2025

Financial Benefits

The program covers:

• Three different stipends depending on the Research Track record and achievements:
  • €2,500
  • €3,000
  • €3,600
• Travel Costs.
• Subsidy cost of Extra baggage allowance.

Eligibility Criteria

• The program accepts applications from all foreign post-doctoral scientists regardless of their nationality.
• The fellowship is specifically for researchers who have completed their PhD/doctorate.
• Fellows must stay for up to two years at the institute (Potsdam and/or Hannover).

Required Documents

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• List of publications
• Statement of past, current, and future research interests.

How to Apply for the Max Planck Fellowship 2026 in Germany?

Candidates can apply online from the Max Planck website. The link to the official website is below.

USE THIS LINK TO APPLY