Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships (Research & PhD)
- Country
- Switzerland
- Funding
- Fully Funded
- Degree
- PhD
- Dates
- Opens 20 Aug 2026 · Open since 20 Aug 2026 · Bangladesh deadline is set by the Swiss Embassy in Dhaka (usually Nov–Dec 2026)
- Study starts
- Sep 2027
For applicants from Bangladesh: Check the Bangladesh country fact sheet on sbfi.admin.ch for the exact deadline.
What it covers
- Monthly stipend (CHF 1,920)
- Tuition fees
- Health insurance
- Housing allowance
- Air ticket
Who can apply
- Master's degree (or equivalent) completed before the scholarship starts
- A Swiss university professor willing to supervise your research
- Doctoral or postdoctoral research at a Swiss public university or ETH
How to apply
- Find a supervisor at a Swiss university and obtain a letter of support
- Check the Bangladesh fact sheet and deadline on the SERI website
- Submit the application via the Swiss Embassy in Dhaka / online portal
Documents you'll need
- Research proposal
- Supervisor letter
- CV
- Transcripts and certificates
- Two recommendation letters
- Passport
Details checked on 28 Sept 2026.