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Politecnico di Torino PhD Scholarships (41st Cycle)

Comprehensive guide to financial benefits, eligibility requirements, and official application steps.

Scholarship Program Overview

One of Italy's leading technical universities is offering at least 96 fully funded PhD scholarships across engineering, architecture, and related fields — with a stipend of roughly €18,854/year and no tuition fees.

This award is officially open for international applicants seeking full-time higher education programs. Selected candidates receive financial support throughout the standard duration of their degree.

Scholarship Benefits:

Full scholarship: No tuition fees 🔹 Annual stipend: Approximately €18,854/year 🔹 Access to research facilities, laboratories, and academic resources 🔹 Opportunity for international research exchanges/collaborations depending on the specific doctoral program 🔹 Multiple selection sessions increase your chances of admission within the same cycle

Eligibility Requirements:

A Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree (or equivalent combined qualification) in a relevant field 🔹 Complete academic transcripts from both degrees 🔹 Valid identification document (passport or national ID) 🔹 B2-level English certificate (or equivalent proof of English proficiency) 🔹 An abstract of your Master's thesis 🔹 A motivational statement outlining your research interests and goals 🔹 Two academic or professional references/referee contacts

Application Process:

Identify your preferred doctoral program/research area from the official PhD program list Register on the Politecnico di Torino PhD admissions portal Prepare and upload all required documents (transcripts, ID, English certificate, thesis abstract, motivational statement, referee details) Submit your application before your chosen session's deadline Await evaluation — this may include a written assessment and/or interview depending on the program Successful candidates receive an official scholarship and enrollment offer

Key Dates (41st Cycle):

Second selection session deadline: 16 November 2026 🔹 Third selection session deadline: 15 February 2027 🔹 Program start: Following successful selection, typically within a few months of the relevant session's results

Frequently Asked Questions

At least 96 fully funded PhD scholarships are available across the multiple sessions of the 41st cycle.
A: No — it's open to both Italian and international applicants who meet the academic and language requirements.
This varies by program — some Politecnico di Torino PhD tracks require you to propose a research topic aligned with available supervisors, while others assign this after admission. Check your specific program's guidelines.
You can still apply for the third session, closing 15 February 2027, within the same 41st cycle.

Quick Summary

Host CountryItaly
Funding TypeCurrently Open
Verification Manually Verified
Last UpdatedUpdated Jul 2026

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