Study in Brazil - Applications are now open for the fully funded Brazil PEC-PG Postgraduate Scholarship 2026
Applications are now open for the Brazil PEC-PG Postgraduate Scholarship 2026, a fully funded program offering international students the chance to pursue master’s, doctorate, or sandwich doctorate degrees at leading Brazilian institutes. Sponsored by Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRE), the PEC-PG (Brazil Postgraduate Student Agreement Scholarships) program supports full-time study or research stays in Brazil from the first half of 2026.
Brazil PEC-PG Scholarship 2026: Overview
Host Country: Brazil
Degree Levels: Master’s, Doctorate, Sandwich Doctorate
Funding: Fully funded by Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Application Deadlines:
Master’s: September 29, 2025
Doctorate: December 30, 2025
Start Dates:
Full Master’s/Doctorate: First half of 2026
Sandwich Doctorate: August 2026
Scholarship Benefits
Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
Health insurance coverage
Round-trip international airfare
These comprehensive benefits ensure students can focus fully on their academic goals without financial burdens.
Duration of Study
Sandwich Doctorate: 6 to 10 months (research stay within a doctoral program)
Full Doctorate: Up to 48 months (complete PhD program)
Full Master’s Degree: Up to 24 months
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the PEC-PG Scholarship, applicants must:
Be citizens of countries partnering in the PEC-PG program.
Apply and be accepted to a Master’s, PhD, or Sandwich Doctorate program at a Brazilian Higher Education Institution (HEI).
Submit all necessary academic and supporting documents as per the official notice.
Agree to the scholarship’s conditions and regulations.
Secure an official acceptance letter from the Brazilian university where they intend to study.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should carefully follow the application process outlined in the official PEC-PG guidelines. Applications must be submitted online via the official PEC-PG website, along with all required documentation before the stated deadlines. It’s important to prepare your materials early to meet the September and December cutoffs for master’s and doctorate programs respectively.
The PEC-PG Scholarship is an excellent gateway for international students seeking to deepen their expertise and research experience in Brazil’s dynamic academic environment. With full financial support and opportunities for cultural and academic exchange, this scholarship helps nurture global leaders and innovators. If you are ready to take this transformative step, start your application process today.