Overview
The CATS Fellowships in Germany offer fully funded postdoctoral research opportunities for the 2026-2027 academic year. These fellowships support outstanding researchers in various fields, primarily within the humanities and social sciences, to conduct advanced studies at a Centre for Advanced Study (CATS) in Germany. The program aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative research.
Opportunity snapshot
Various German Universities (Centre for Advanced Study - CATS)
Centre for Advanced Study (CATS)
Humanities, Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary Studies, Turkish politics
Tuition fees, living expenses, research costs, travel
Editorial review notes
This page is an independent application-planning note for a fully funded or broad-coverage fellowship. It adds applicant-fit context, destination checks, and verification steps so readers do not rely on a copied deadline or title alone.
Verification checklist
- Open the official provider website and confirm the current call, closing time, and applicant country rules.
- Compare the award coverage with tuition, housing, health insurance, visa, travel, and first-month living costs.
- Check whether the university, department, supervisor, embassy, or conference organizer has an earlier internal deadline.
- Save the official page or PDF with the date checked before writing essays or paying any application-related fee.
Eligibility checklist
- Applicants must hold a PhD degree in a relevant field
- typically awarded within the last few years. A strong research proposal aligned with the themes of the host CATS center is essential. Demonstrated academic excellence and a publication record are highly valued. Proficiency in English is generally required for research and communication.
Deadline and study details
May 13, 2026
1 year(s)
Not specified
No stated limit
Study destination context
Global university networks, Research-intensive public universities, Specialized institutes
National libraries, University research libraries, Open-access repositories
International calls let applicants compare countries, campus cultures, library access, and quality of life before committing.
How to apply
Interested candidates should prepare a comprehensive application package including a CV, a detailed research proposal, a letter of motivation, and academic transcripts. Specific application instructions and required documents will be available on the official CATS website. Applications are typically submitted online through the respective university or CATS portal.
Application preparation plan
- Open the official page first and confirm the current deadline, eligibility rules, and required documents.
- Prepare a focused CV, transcript file, purpose statement, and references before starting the application form.
- Use the host university, library access, and study destination notes to make the motivation letter specific.
- Save a copy of the submitted application and set reminders for interview, nomination, or document-verification steps.
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