Swiss Government Excellence PhD Scholarships 2026 2027
Scholarship Amount
About This Scholarship
The Swiss Government Excellence PhD Scholarships 2026 • 2027 offer a prestigious opportunity for early-career researchers across all academic fields. Provided by the State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI), this scholarship program aims to support the education and development of talented researchers.
Selected candidates will receive comprehensive financial support, including a monthly scholarship to cover living expenses, health insurance, and various other allowances. The program encourages full-time research in Switzerland and fosters collaboration between international researchers and Swiss institutions.
Key benefits include:
• A monthly scholarship of CHF 1,920 (₹2,09,957.38 approx.) for 12 months, covering living expenses.
• Provision of health insurance.
• A one-time grant of CHF 300 for rental deposit.
• A Half-Fare Travelcard for public transport, facilitating easy movement within Switzerland.
• A return flight allowance for applicants from non-EU/EFTA countries.
Selection is based on:
• The applicant's academic profile, research competence, and motivation.
• The originality and methodological quality of the proposed research project.
• The quality of supervision and the potential for future collaboration with the host institution and academic supervisor.
The application deadline for this scholarship is 10 November 2025.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Swiss Government Excellence PhD Scholarships 2026 • 2027, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Academic Qualification: Applicants must have completed a master's degree or an equivalent qualification by 31 July 2026. For those applying to ETH Zurich, this deadline is 30 June 2026.
• Age Limit: Candidates must be born after 31 December 1990.
• Research Commitment: Applicants are required to pursue full-time research exclusively in Switzerland.
Required Documents
Applicants for the Swiss Government Excellence PhD Scholarships 2026 • 2027 must prepare and submit the following essential documents:
• A detailed research plan that includes a clear timeline outlining key milestones and planned activities for the research project.
• A letter of support from an academic supervisor based in Switzerland. This letter must also include a short Curriculum Vitae (CV) of the supervisor.
• A copy of the registration confirmation or residence permit if the applicant is already residing in Switzerland. For such applicants, the entry date into Switzerland must not be earlier than 01 August 2025.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates interested in the Swiss Government Excellence PhD Scholarships 2026 • 2027 can apply by following these steps:
1. Visit the Official Website: Navigate to the specific scholarship section on the official website.
2. Registration: Look for the registration option. If you are a new user, click on the 'Register' button and provide the necessary registration details. If you are already registered, log in using your Gmail, mobile number, or email ID.
3. Access Application Form: Locate the 'Apply here' section on the scholarship page and click on the designated link to open the application form.
4. Complete Application Details: Fill in all the required information in the application form accurately. After completing, click on the 'Complete eligibility check' button.
5. Create Edu-ID: Proceed to create an authenticated electronic identity by clicking on the 'Switch edu-ID • Registration' link.
6. Edu-ID Registration: Fill in all the requested details for the edu-ID registration and then click on the 'Register' button.
7. Verification: You will receive a One-Time Password (OTP) and a verification link via email.
8. Finalize Registration: Enter the OTP or click on the provided link to complete your registration process and then proceed with submitting your scholarship application.