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Study in Germany

higher education

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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Falling Walls Lab Colombo, Sri Lanka 2026

The DAAD Regional Office New Delhi and the University of Colombo will conduct the Falling Walls Lab Sri Lanka 2026 in Colombo on 26 May 2026. | 14:00-18:00 hrs at Mini Auditorium 1 (Level 1), Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, UCFM Tower, Maradana Road, Colombo 7

Connections to Collaboration

cooperation

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.

DAAD Alumni South Asia

India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka

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.

German Studies

Language, Culture, Networking

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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Want to quickly find what you want on this website? What is the eligibility... what is the last date...what is the email id... and the phone number??? No worries - Just hit Ctrl+f or Command F and type what you are looking for! Click on the link and there you go!

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Events

Web Session: A Day in My Life as a Student in Germany

May 21, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Online

Falling Walls Lab Colombo, Sri Lanka 2026

May 26, 2026, 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Colombo

Finding the right Research Supervisor

May 26, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Online

Web Session: PhD in Germany

May 27, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Online

Web Session: Masters in Germany

June 9, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Online

Pre-Departure Briefing for Germany-bound Students

June 16, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Online

Web Session: Bachelors in Germany

June 18, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Online

Online Session with German Universities

June 20, 2026, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Online

Web Session: Home vs. Germany: Cultural Differences for South Asian Students

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

Online

Web Session: PhD in Germany

June 30, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Online

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News & Highlights

Prof. Dr. Swati Acharya from Savitribai Phule Pune University was awarded the Federal Cross of Merit at the German Embassy in New Delhi on 12 May 2026.

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Networks & Services

DAAD Research Ambassadors are willing to guide and help you!

Mentoring, where you need it!

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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Connections to Collaboration

cooperation

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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DAAD Alumni South Asia

India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka

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.
More
DWIH New Delhi

Cooperation for Research and Innovation

German Centre for Research and Innovation (DWIH) in New Delhi, which is managed by DAAD India, promotes the German research landscape in India and facilitates access to the Indian research and innovation ecosystem including funding and cooperation opportunities.
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DAAD News Updates

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Indian Students in Germany

With you - before and after you reach Germany

Find out more about Indian students groups and associations in Germany.
More at indianstudentsgermany.org

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Contact

DAAD Sri Lanka

DAAD Information Centre Colombo

15th Floor, 127, W A D Ramanayake Mawatha Colombo 2
Telephone: +94 11 231 43 64/67, Mobile: +94 71 162 5334

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E-mail: infodaad-sri-lanka.org

Address: 15th Floor, 127 W A D Ramanayake Mawatha, Colombo 00200, Sri Lanka

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