France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Program 2026

The France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Program 2026 is offered by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs to enable French higher education institutions to attract top foreign students to enrol in their Master's and PhD programs. Its purpose is to train future leaders from outside France in priority areas of study. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of up to EUR 2,100 with additional benefits.

Source: campusfrance.org

This opportunity is offered by Campus France.

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

• not exceed the age of 25 years (for Master’s) or 35 years (for Ph.D.)
• be pursuing their respective studies at a French institution
• be pursuing specified disciplinary fields in Science and Technology, and Humanities and Social Sciences
   

Selected candidates will receive:-

• A monthly allowance of EUR 1,200 (Master’s) and EUR 2,100 (Ph.D).
• Airfare in the least expensive class
• Temporary health insurance
• Housing search assistance
• Cultural activities

Note:- The duration of this scholarship is as follows-

• Master's level:
  • a maximum of 12 months when enrolling in an M2
  • a maximum of 24 months when enrolling in an M1
  • a maximum of 36 months for the completion of an engineering degree
• A maximum of 12 to 36 months for Ph.D. level.

Eligible applicants 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: Applicants must contact Campus France in their country of origin or the French Embassy's Cooperation and Cultural Action Department, and the international relations department of a French institution for guidance on the application process.
Step 4: The institution submits the applications online via the dedicated Campus France website.

Note:- Only applications from French institutions are accepted.

• A valid visa/passport
• A duly filled application form
• Academic transcripts

Candidates will be selected based on merit and fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.

Application Start: 1 October 2025
Application Deadline: 8 January 2026
Publication of Results: 30 March 2026

Question: Who is offering this opportunity?
Answer: This opportunity is offered by the University of Melbourne.

Question: Can students apply individually?
Answer: No, only applications from French institutions are accepted.

Question: Are there extra benefits for disabled students?
Answer: All candidates will receive equal benefits.

Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: The application is through the respective institution.