Brazil Government Scholarship 2026: Fully Funded Master’s & PhD in Brazil | Deadline: Ongoing
The Programa de Estudantes-Convênio de Pós-Graduação (PEC-PG) is a prestigious scholarship program funded by the Brazilian Government through CAPES, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRE), and CNPq. The initiative aims to strengthen academic cooperation by welcoming international students into Brazilian universities—offering a unique chance to study, research, and experience Brazil’s rich cultural and scientific environment.
Scholarship Tracks & Duration
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Full Master’s Degree – Up to 24 months
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Full PhD Degree – Up to 48 months
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Sandwich PhD (short-term) – 6–10 months
Benefits Covered
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Monthly stipend:
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Master’s – R$ 2,100
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PhD (Full or Sandwich) – R$ 3,100
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Health insurance allowance – R$ 400/month
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Round-trip international airfare (covered by MRE)
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Access to Brazil’s national health system (SUS), same as Brazilian citizens
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Total investment: R$ 41 million for 650+ scholars in 2026
Application Timeline
Master’s & Full PhD
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Vaga release: August 13, 2025
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Institutional selection: Oct 23–30, 2025
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CAPES review: Preliminary results Nov 13, final Nov 14, 2025
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Program begins: 1st semester, 2026
Sandwich PhD
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Vaga release: Sept 30, 2025
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Applications: Oct 1 – Dec 30, 2025
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Institutional selection: Jan 5 – Feb 27, 2026
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CAPES review: Preliminary Apr 24, final Apr 30, 2026
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Program begins: August 2026
Eligibility Requirements
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Open to citizens of developing countries with academic cooperation agreements with Brazil
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Applicants must not be Brazilian nationals or permanent residents
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Portuguese proficiency is required
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Free Portuguese language & Brazilian culture course offered in Year 1
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Preparation for the CELPE-Bras exam
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How to Apply
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Review full details in the PEC-PG Edital nº 12/2025.
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Submit your application online via the CAPES portal.
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Follow up on selection rounds and institutional nominations.
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If awarded, prepare your travel and academic arrangements.
For inquiries: inscricao.pecpg@capes.gov.br
Why Apply?
The PEC-PG Scholarship 2026 is a golden opportunity to pursue a fully funded Master’s or PhD in Brazil. With tuition, living costs, insurance, and travel covered, you can focus entirely on your studies while immersing yourself in one of the world’s most vibrant academic and cultural environments.
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