New Delhi. ;The Government of Brazil has officially opened applications for the PEC-PG (Programa de Estudantes-Convênio de Pós-Graduação) 2026 — a prestigious scholarship programme for international postgraduate and doctoral students. Interested candidates can apply online through the CAPES portal by December 30, 2025.
About the PEC-PG Scholarship Programme
The PEC-PG, or Student Exchange Programme for Graduate Students, is a long-standing initiative of the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and CAPES (Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel).
This programme aims to strengthen Brazil’s educational cooperation with developing nations by offering fully funded postgraduate study opportunities in leading Brazilian Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).
Programmes Offered
Under the PEC-PG 2026 scheme, international applicants can apply for:
- Full Master’s programmes
- Full Doctorate programmes
- Sandwich Doctorate programmes (part of the research conducted in Brazil and part in the home country)
These opportunities allow scholars to engage in advanced academic research across diverse disciplines while experiencing Brazil’s vibrant culture and world-class education system.
Application Timeline
- Publication of available positions: September 30, 2025
- Application period: October 1 – December 30, 2025 (till 5:00 p.m. Brasília time / 1:30 p.m. IST)
- Final results announcement: April 30, 2026
- Commencement of studies in Brazil: August 2026
How to Apply
Applicants must register and submit their applications online via the CAPES electronic portal:
https://inscricao.capes.gov.br/
For queries, candidates may contact:
inscricao.pecpg@capes.gov.br
Selection Process
The entire selection, evaluation, and approval process will be conducted exclusively by the Government of Brazil.
The Ministry of Education, Government of India, has clarified that it does not play any role in the nomination or selection of candidates for this scholarship.
A Gateway to Global Academic Collaboration
The PEC-PG Programme represents Brazil’s commitment to promoting academic exchange, research collaboration, and cultural understanding with countries across Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
For Indian scholars aspiring to pursue higher studies abroad, this initiative offers a valuable opportunity to gain international exposure and engage with a diverse community of researchers in a world-class academic environment.
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