Overview
The PEC-PG scholarship supports studies at:
Master’s Degree (Full Master’s – up to 24 months)
Description
The PEC-PG scholarship supports studies at:
Master’s Degree (Full Master’s – up to 24 months)
Doctorate (Full PhD – up to 48 months)
Sandwich PhD (6–10 months research in Brazil)
Eligibility
Applicants must be citizens of countries with bilateral cooperation agreements with Brazil.
Candidates must hold a valid undergraduate degree for Master’s applications, or a Master’s degree for PhD applications.
Proof of proficiency in Portuguese is required, as courses are conducted in Portuguese.
Candidates must be officially accepted by a Brazilian Higher Education Institution (HEI).
Applicants involved in research with military applications are not eligible.
Additional Information
Degree Level
The PEC-PG scholarship supports studies at:
Master’s Degree (Full Master’s – up to 24 months)
Doctorate (Full PhD – up to 48 months)
Sandwich PhD (6–10 months research in Brazil)
Available Subjects
Fields of study are open across a wide range of disciplines at recognized Brazilian Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).
Benefits
Selected students will receive:
Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
Health insurance assistance
International airfare (from Brazil to abroad, provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
Full academic support during their studies
Eligible Nationalities
The program is open to students from developing countries with which Brazil maintains educational cooperation agreements, particularly from Latin America, Africa, and Asia.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be citizens of countries with bilateral cooperation agreements with Brazil.
Candidates must hold a valid undergraduate degree for Master’s applications, or a Master’s degree for PhD applications.
Proof of proficiency in Portuguese is required, as courses are conducted in Portuguese.
Candidates must be officially accepted by a Brazilian Higher Education Institution (HEI).
Applicants involved in research with military applications are not eligible.
Application Procedure
Check Vacancies: Review the list of available programs and host universities published by CAPES.
Prepare Documents: Submit the application form, acceptance letter from a Brazilian HEI, research proposal, CV, and supporting documents.
Online Registration: Apply through the official CAPES system (free of charge).
Selection by HEIs: Brazilian universities evaluate applications in multiple rounds.
CAPES Review: Final document analysis and scholarship approval by CAPES.
Begin Studies in Brazil: Successful candidates start their programs in 2026.
Important Dates Pec Pg 2025
Candidate Registration Deadline: October 8, 2025 (for Master’s/Full Doctorate)
Final Result Publication: December 12, 2025 (for Master’s/Full Doctorate)
Studies Start: First semester of 2026
Sandwich PhD Applications: Open until December 30, 2025, with results in May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions Faqs
Who can apply for PEC-PG scholarships? International students from developing countries that have a cooperation agreement with Brazil are eligible.
Is Portuguese proficiency mandatory? Yes. Since classes are taught in Portuguese, proof of language proficiency is required at the time of application.
Can I apply directly to CAPES without acceptance from a Brazilian university? No. You must first secure acceptance from a Brazilian Higher Education Institution before applying.
What expenses are covered under the PEC-PG scholarship? The scholarship provides a monthly stipend, health insurance, and airfare. Tuition is also covered as programs are offered by public institutions.
When will the PEC-PG 2025 results be announced? The final results for Master’s and Full Doctorate applications will be published by December 12, 2025, while Sandwich PhD results will be released by May 2026.
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Funding
Fully Funded
Organization
Brazil Universities
Degree
Masters, PhD
Subjects
All Subjects
Nationality
International Students
Country
Brazil
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