CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship 2026

The CrossCulture Programme Fellowships 2026, offered by the ifa (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen) and funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, aim to strengthen civil societies through intercultural exchange. The program supports 55–60 professionals and volunteers from over 40 countries to work with host organisations in Germany or CCP partner countries. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of EUR 650 and other benefits.

Source: ifa.de

The ifa (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen), funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, is offering this fellowship.

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

• be aged 23 years or older at the time of application
• have at least two years of professional or volunteer experience in a civil society organisation
• have a strong command of English
• be fit to travel and stay abroad for up to three months
• not be enrolled as a student at the time of application

Selected fellows will receive a monthly stipend of 650 euros along with other benefits, including travel allowance, accommodation.

Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3:  Scroll down to the ‘Application Guidelines’ and click ‘APPLY NOW’.
Step 3: Select the country name and click ‘CCP Fellowships 2026 for India’.
Step 4: Answer the questions and click the submit button for the eligibility check.
Step 5: Click on ‘Apply Now’.
Step 6: Fill in the required details, proceed with your application and click on the ‘Send’ button.

• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Letter of motivation
• Valid passport copy
• Passport-size photo

Selection will be based on professional and volunteer experience in civil society, relevance of proposed work to CCP thematic areas, motivation, and potential for long-term social impact.

Application Deadline: 10 December 2025

Question: Who is offering the CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship 2026?
Answer: The ifa (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen) and funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, is offering the fellowship.

Question: Who is eligible for the CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship 2026?
Answer: The working professionals are eligible for the fellowship.

Question: What is the last date of application?
Answer: The last date of application is 10 December 2025.

Question: Are students eligible to apply?
Answer: No, students are not eligible for this program.

Question: Is there any application fee?
Answer: No, the application process is completely free.