GermanyIMPRS-IS PhD Scholarship welcomes applicants for doctoral study and research at IMPRS-IS, with the IMPRS-IS Scholarship 2027 application portal now open and interviews held in Stuttgart and Tübingen.
The International Max Planck Research School for Intelligent Systems (IMPRS-IS) works with the Max Planck Society and two participating universities to recruit doctoral candidates and provide funding subject to their rules.
IMPRS-IS PhD Scholarship Benefits
- All admitted PhD scholars receive full financial support through an employment contract, rather than a traditional scholarship
- Funding subject to the rules of the Max Planck Society and the two participating universities
- Interview travel costs will be paid by the IMPRS-IS
- Accepted applicants are eligible to join beginning in February 2027 or later
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IMPRS-IS PhD Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Strong academic background and a master’s degree (conferred or expected soon) in Engineering, Computer Science, Cognitive Science, Mathematics, Control Theory, Neuroscience, Materials Science, Physics, or related fields
- Existing doctoral students currently working under the supervision of one of IMPRS-IS faculty or associated faculty are eligible during their first year of doctoral studies
- Women are explicitly encouraged to apply
- IMPRS-IS is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at its institutions
Required Application Documents
- Personal contact information
- Current CV or résumé
- Unofficial university transcripts
- A two-page motivation letter
- Preferred IMPRS-IS faculty supervisors
- Names and email addresses of three referees
- Evidence of English proficiency (where applicable)
Research Areas
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Natural Language Processing
- Robotics
- Soft Robotics and Smart Materials
- Computer Vision
- Computer Graphics
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Data Science and Visualization
- Computational Cognitive Science
- Neuroscience
- Biomedical Technology
- Haptics
- Control Systems
- Micro- and Nano-Robotics
- Perceptual Inference
How to Apply for IMPRS-IS PhD Scholarship?
- Submit your personal contact information online
- List the IMPRS-IS faculty you are interested in working with
- Upload your current résumé or CV with educational background, work experience, publication citations, research presentations, and awards
- Upload unofficial transcripts from all university studies
- Upload a two-page motivational letter explaining why you want a doctorate with IMPRS-IS and describing research areas or projects of interest
- Provide the names and email addresses of three referees and ask them to submit reference letters within the application deadline
- Provide TOEFL scores or other evidence of English proficiency if not a native speaker
- Optionally submit GRE scores
- Optionally submit additional documents such as a thesis, published paper, or project portfolio
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Sunday, 15 November 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are frequently asked questions about the IMPRS-IS PhD Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, funding, deadlines, research preferences, and application requirements.
How do I apply to IMPRS-IS PhD Scholarship?
Apply online through the IMPRS-IS application portal and submit contact information, faculty preferences, CV, unofficial transcripts, a two-page motivational letter, three referees’ contacts, English proficiency evidence if required, and optional GRE or additional documents.
What is the application deadline?
The next deadline for doctoral applications is November 15, 2026 (End of Day, AoE).
Will selected applicants receive funding?
If selected, applicants will receive funding via an employment contract, subject to the rules of the Max Planck Society and the two participating universities.
Are interview travel costs covered?
Interview travel costs will be paid by the IMPRS-IS.
Can I indicate research preferences or a supervisor?
Yes, applicants are encouraged to identify preferred research areas and supervisors; IMPRS-IS faculty may serve as full or co-supervisors, and associated faculty may serve only as co-supervisors.
Who is eligible to apply?
People with a strong academic background and a master’s degree (conferred or expected soon) in the listed fields, and existing doctoral students in their first year under supervision of IMPRS-IS faculty or associated faculty, are eligible.
Does IMPRS-IS encourage applications from underrepresented groups?
IMPRS-IS explicitly encourages women to apply and states it is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity.
When can accepted applicants start the program?
Accepted applicants are eligible to join the program beginning in February 2027 or later.
Can AI tools be used in the application?
AI tools can be used to improve clarity, grammar, and style but must not generate ideas, develop concepts, or produce original intellectual content; all substantive contributions must originate from the applicant.
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