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Study in Germany

Germany has many different kinds of universities that offer Bachelors, Master, PhD and more - all in excellent quality. But with so many to choose from, it is not always easy to navigate your way through the university landscape. Help is right here for you!

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Appointment with the DAAD

Team DAAD will be happy to meet you online as well as onsite. Click on the city of DAAD office nearest to you: Bengaluru, Chennai, New Delhi, Pune, Dhaka, Colombo. You can connect with the DAAD irrespective of the place you are stationed in.

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DAAD Alumni South Asia

The DAAD would like to keep in touch with you even after your funding period has ended. This longstanding relationship between you and the DAAD expands in the form of a strong network over the South Asian region – India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

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Connections to Collaboration

This page showcases successful joint projects between higher education institutions in Germany and South Asia — including India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka — and provides helpful resources for institutions seeking to expand their cooperation activities.

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German Studies

There are many reasons for learning and studying the German language: better career prospects, a desired study or research stay in Germany, as well as cultural, political or economic interests. If you are a student or teacher of German studies, then this is the page for you!

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Events

Belihuloya: E-visit to Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka

February 10, 2026, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM

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Web Session: Masters in Germany

February 10, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

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Web Session: Bachelors in Germany

February 12, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

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Online Session with German Universities

February 18, 2026, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

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Web Session: How to Find Accommodation in Germany - Tips, Tricks & Real Stories

February 19, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

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Colombo: Study and Research in Germany

February 24, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Colombo

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Web Session: PhD in Germany

February 25, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

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Online Pre-Departure Session

February 26, 2026, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

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News

A multiplicators meet over lunch was organised by DAAD Sri Lanka on 6 Nov 2025 from 12-2 pm at Sofia Colombo City Hotel to inform of the opportunities for students and researchers in Germany.

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Networks & Services

  • Young Ambassadors 2025-26

    2024 brings you a fresh and just as extensive network of DAAD Young Ambassadors from and for the region consisting of India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Germany. Feel free to get in touch with them for insights into the German university landscape.

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  • DAAD Research Ambassadors are willing to guide and help you!

    DAAD has an extensive network of Research Ambassadors spread over India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal and Sri Lanka. They have been involved in advanced research projects in Germany and are interested in promoting research in Germany among peers and students.

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  • DAAD News Updates

    Stay up to date on DAAD's activities in India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal and Sri Lanka - from news about scholarship programs to opportunities for study and research in Germany.

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