Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships – Postdoctoral Scholarships

The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships – Postdoctoral Scholarships support Indian researchers who have completed a PhD or equivalent to pursue postdoctoral research in Switzerland. Administered by the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS), these scholarships aim to foster international research collaboration and academic exchange. Each year, the Swiss Confederation awards these scholarships to promote scientific cooperation between Switzerland and over 180 countries.

Recipients are selected based on academic merit and research potential.

Open to Indian citizens who have completed a PhD or doctoral degree within the last five years. Applicants must have a research proposal accepted by a Swiss university, research institute, or laboratory. There are no specific income or marks thresholds; selection is based on academic excellence and the quality of the research proposal.

Candidates must not have previously received this scholarship.

Submit an online application through the official portal listed on the Swiss Government’s scholarship page. Prepare required documents including a research proposal, academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a letter of acceptance from a Swiss host institution. Ensure all materials meet the FCS guidelines.

Applications must be submitted before the annual deadline, which is typically in November.