Applications close September 30, 2026, for students who have studied or completed a project in Germany

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has opened applications for its Young Ambassador Programme 2027, a two-semester volunteer opportunity for students who have studied or worked on a project in Germany. Applications can be submitted through DAAD's official website and close on September 30, 2026.

What the programme involves

Selected Young Ambassadors begin with a mandatory training session covering Germany's higher education system and DAAD scholarship and funding opportunities. Over the following two semesters, they work with their university's study abroad office to raise awareness about studying and research opportunities in Germany — through study-abroad fairs, information sessions, campus presentations, and helping fellow students with queries about German higher education.

Who can apply

The programme is open to students who have completed studies or a project in Germany. Applications require an eligibility checklist along with personal and academic details, submitted via daad.de.

For Indian students who've returned from studying in Germany, this is a chance to stay connected to that experience — and for those still weighing up a German education, it's a reminder of the ongoing support and community that DAAD builds around its programmes.

IRS Study Abroad, Kottayam, works with students at every stage of their journey to Germany — from choosing a university and preparing a visa application to staying connected with opportunities like this one after they return.