Ernst Mach Grant (OeAD)

The Ernst Mach Grant is a prestigious scholarship program funded by the Austrian Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research and managed by the OeAD (Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation). It is designed to support international PhD students, postgraduates, and postdocs from universities outside of Austria to conduct research or study in Austria for a period of 1 to 9 months. The program facilitates academic exchange and promotes Austrian research globally.

• Target Group: PhD students, postgraduates, and postdocs from non-Austrian universities.
• Academic Status: Must be enrolled in or employed at a university outside Austria. Not eligible if currently residing or studying regularly in Austria.
• Age Limit: Often limited to applicants under 35 years old.
• Field of Study: Open to all academic disciplines.

1. Identify the specific Ernst Mach Grant sub-program that fits your profile on grants.at.
2. Secure written consent or an acceptance letter from a supervisor at your target host institution in Austria.
3. Prepare a detailed research proposal or study plan, along with recommendation letters and academic transcripts.
4. Submit your application online through the official OeAD portal before the deadline (typically February 1st).