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FWF doc.funds

Supports structured doctoral training by funding research institutions to build collaborative PhD programs and mentorship models.

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FWF doc.funds is the Austrian Science Fund's primary instrument for funding structured doctoral training programmes at Austrian research institutions, replacing the earlier DK/DK-Plus Doctoral College schemes. Each funded programme receives approximately €2.5 million over a maximum of 48 months to support five to ten doctoral candidate positions, plus a training cost supplement of up to €5,000 per…

What this grant funds

All scientific disciplines, supporting structured doctoral training programmes of 5–10 PhD positions at Austrian research institutions with approximately €2.5 million per programme over 48 months.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.null–48 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.€2.5M
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Last verified: 29 Jun 2026Source: www.fwf.ac.at