Eligibility at a glance
Pakistan eligibility Yes
Nationality Researchers from developing countries except Brazil; Pakistani applicants fall within the developing-country target group subject to TWAS criteria.
Minimum qualification Relevant qualification for doctoral admission plus host acceptance and TWAS/CNPq eligibility.
Minimum grade Competitive academic record; see the current official call.
Prerequisite background Research proposal in an eligible field with a Brazilian host.
Eligible fields of study Fields listed in the active CNPq–TWAS fellowship call.
Work experience Not generally required unless specified by the programme.
Age limit No general age limit stated; programme/call rules may apply.
English / language Host programme language requirements apply.
Admission required first Yes
Nomination required No
Application fee No separate scholarship fee stated; admission/application fees may apply.
What the scholarship covers
Tuition Academic/research support under the CNPq–TWAS fellowship arrangement.
Stipend CNPq-supported living/research fellowship according to the active call.
Travel support TWAS/partner international travel and visa support may apply under fellowship terms.
Insurance Verify active fellowship health/insurance terms.
Other benefits See official award terms.
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Verification & official source
Last verified: 8 August 2026
Deadline confidence: Next cycle not announced
Official CNPq Call 45/2024, updated in 2026, targets researchers from developing countries other than Brazil for full PhD study. The next competition date is not yet announced.
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