With hours left, DAAD Study Scholarships for Architecture and Music close this week. Architecture ends on September 23, 2026; Music on September 24, 2026. The DAAD portal closes at 24:00 CET/CEST on the last day, so submit several hours earlier from India to avoid time‑zone surprises.
Eligibility and process differ by discipline. Music applicants generally need a degree awarded within six years and under 15 months’ residence in Germany. Architecture runs a two‑step process: complete the portal application first, then upload work samples separately when invited; do not upload portfolios to the portal.
DAAD Architecture deadline and portfolio upload rules
For Architecture, the portal deadline is September 23, 2026, 24:00 CET/CEST. If your application passes the formal check, DAAD emails a media‑database link by October 23; upload work samples by November 4 (CET). Include a works list with size, date, place, plus a signed authorship declaration.
DAAD Music audio‑video specifications and naming
Music applicants receive a media‑database link within about two weeks of portal submission. Upload MP4 videos only, maximum 1080p, and name files “Surname_ID_Instrument_Composer_Work_Movement.” Also upload the “Information about the audio/video files” form; use the provided email for technical upload issues.
SoP, CV, translations, file size, and referees
Architecture requires a tabular CV and a two‑page motivation letter; documents may be scanned and uploaded without certification. The portal accepts PDFs only; keep each upload small to prevent failures. For Music, use the DAAD referee form only; originals must bear signature and institutional stamp.
Submit‑and‑confirm steps and common last‑minute errors
After submitting, verify your status under “Submitted applications” and download the Application Summary. For help, the DAAD portal hotline runs weekdays 9–12 and 14–16 CET/CEST. Frequent errors include uploading Architecture portfolios to the portal, missing Music work‑list PDFs, and omitting required translations or valid language certificates.
Missed the cut‑off? APS and next moves for Indian applicants
If you miss the date, plan for the next call; applications typically open from June 1. Meanwhile, secure translations, refine portfolios or recordings, and begin Academic Evaluation Center (APS) formalities. APS is mandatory for most Indian student visas, but it is not listed among DAAD application documents.
