Brazil Government Scholarship 2026: Fully Funded Master’s & PhD in Brazil: (Deadline Ongoing)
The Programa de Estudantes‑Convênio de Pós‑Graduação (PEC‑PG) is a prestigious Brazilian government initiative jointly managed by CAPES, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and CNPq. This international cooperation initiative attracts foreign students to Brazilian institutions—fostering academic exchange and capacity-building while enriching Brazil’s graduate research environment.
Scholarship Types & Benefits
The PEC‑PG program offers three key funding modalities:
- Full Master’s Degree: Up to 24 months
- Full PhD Degree: Up to 48 months
- Sandwich PhD: Short-term doctoral studies in Brazil (6–10 months)
Each scholarship includes:
- Monthly stipend:
- Master’s: R$2,100
- PhD (full or sandwich): R$3,100
- Monthly health insurance allowance: R$400
- Round-trip airfare covered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Access to Brazil’s public health system (SUS), on par with Brazilian nationals
Total funding across all tracks is approximately R$41 million, supporting up to 650 scholars in 2026.
Important Dates & Timeline
Master’s & Full PhD
- Vaga release: by August 13, 2025
- Institutional selection: October 23 – 30, 2025 (1st round)
- Document review (CAPES): preliminary results by November 13, final by November 14
- Program starts: First semester 2026
Sandwich PhD
- Vaga release: by September 30, 2025
- Applications: October 1 – December 30, 2025
- Institutional selection: Jan 5 – Feb 27, 2026 (1st round)
- Document review (CAPES): preliminary results by April 24, final by April 30, 2026
- Program starts: August 2026
Who Is Eligible?
- Citizens of developing countries with educational cooperation agreements with Brazil
- Must not have Brazilian nationality or permanent residency
- Proficiency in Portuguese is required; candidates take a free Portuguese & Brazilian culture course in their first year to prepare for the CELPE-Bras exam
How to Apply
- Consult the PEC‑PG Edital nº 12/2025 for eligibility, required documentation, and specific details.
- Apply online via the CAPES portal.
- Track progress through selection rounds and institutional nominations.
- If awarded, finalize your academic plans and prepare for relocation and studies in Brazil.
- For questions, you can contact CAPES directly: inscricao.pecpg@capes.gov.br.
The PEC-PG Scholarship is a rare opportunity to fully fund your graduate education in Brazil—with tuition coverage, monthly support, health insurance, and travel costs included. If you’re ready to study a master’s or PhD in a vibrant cultural setting while contributing to global academic exchange, this is a chance worth seizing.
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