The Brazilian government offers the esteemed, fully financed Brazil PEC-PG Postgraduate Scholarship 2026 to international students who want to study higher education in Brazil. Candidates applying to Master’s programs, full-time PhD programs, and sandwich PhD programs at accredited Brazilian universities are eligible for the funding.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRE) provides funding for the program through the Postgraduate Student Agreement Scholarships (PEC-PG), an official program. Its goals are to promote cultural interchange, improve international academic cooperation, and use education to advance the development of participating nations.
The PEC-PG Scholarship recipients will get a full range of benefits, including health insurance, a monthly stipend for living expenses, tuition fees,as well as additional academic assistance during their studies. Selected students also have access to top research institutes and universities in Brazil, providing them with a vibrant academic atmosphere as well as chances for creativity and teamwork.
Depending on the program level, applicants must fulfil specific academic and eligibility requirements. They also need to apply via the procedure that the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has established. The list of Brazilian universities that qualify, the accessible study fields, and the necessary paperwork are all included in the comprehensive rules.
International students have a fantastic opportunity to further their academic careers, expand their professional networks, and become fully immersed in Brazil’s dynamic educational and cultural landscape with this scholarship.
Host Country: Brazil
Funded by: Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs
University: Brazilian University
Opportunity Type: Master’s, Doctorate
Subjects: All Subjects
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates must be citizens of one of the PEC-PG partner nations.
- Applicants should apply to a recognised Higher Education Institution (HEI) in Brazil for a Master’s, PhD, or Sandwich Doctorate program.
- The established rules must be followed while submitting the necessary academic and supporting documentation.
- The terms and conditions of the scholarship are fully accepted by submitting an application.
- An acceptance letter from the selected Brazilian university is necessary for applicants.
Benefits:
- Monthly Living Stipend: While studying in Brazil, scholarship recipients will get a monthly stipend to help with housing, food, transportation, and other necessities.
- Health Insurance: To guarantee access to medical treatment when required, full medical coverage is offered for the duration of the program.
- Round-Trip Airfare: The scholarship pays for the expense of international travel, which includes a ticket to Brazil at the beginning of the program and a ticket back to the country when studies are over.
Deadline:
29 September 2025 (For Masters)
30 December 2025 (For Doctoral)
