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Global rank #187

University of Göttingen

Gottingen, Germany

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About

The University of Göttingen, officially the Georg August University of Göttingen, is a public research university in the German city of Göttingen, Lower Saxony. Founded in 1734 by the Electorate of Hanover's government on the orders of George II, it began admitting students in 1737 and is recognized as the oldest university in Lower Saxony. Known for its historic and traditional significance, the university has affiliations with 47 Nobel Prize winners by its own count.

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Key facts

Global rank
#187
Location
Gottingen, Germany
Founded
1734
Students
27,902
How to apply
Direct portal

Programmes

Programme details for this university are being added. Visit the official website for current courses.

Scholarships you could use here

  • DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) · DAAD

    India is eligible. Needs a relevant bachelor's degree (usually four years) with results in the upper third, and at least two years of relevant work experience after it.

    Apply directly to the chosen course; deadlines depend on the course.

    Official page
  • DAAD Research Grants: Doctoral Programmes in Germany · DAAD

    Applicants from India with a master's degree (a bachelor's only in exceptional cases), whose latest degree is under six years old at the deadline and who have not lived in Germany for more than 15 months.

    Portal closes 21 October 2026; funding starts October 2027.

    Official page
  • Deutschlandstipendium · German Federal Government and private sponsors, awarded by universities

    Open to students of all nationalities enrolled or starting at a participating German university. Awarded for grades, social commitment and achievement; pays EUR 300 a month for at least two semesters.

    Each university runs its own application and dates.

    Official page