Politecnico di Torino
PhD Scholarships
: Fully Funded, Premium Research Opportunity
Politecnico di Torino, Italy’s top technical university, is offering fully funded PhD scholarships for the 41st PhD cycle, open to international students across all fields—engineering, architecture, applied sciences. This is a unique chance for ambitious researchers: 96 PhD scholarships available (first session), each with a competitive stipend, research and mobility support.
Details:
The scholarships cover a monthly stipend of ~€1,400, plus generous travel and lodging grants (up to €4,000/year housing + €2,000/year travel), and access to a university-provided laptop. With 41st cycle applications open for entry dates Nov 1, 2025 (first session) and Mar 1, 2026 (second session), candidates benefit from the university’s top-tier research labs, global collaborations, and an environment ranked among Europe’s best technical institutions.
Benefits of Scholarship
– Fully funded for 3 years
– €1,400/month stipend
– €4,000/year for lodging
– €2,000/year travel allowance
– Laptop provided by university
– International mobility support
– Access to state‑of‑the‑art research facilities
University Rankings & Prestige
Politecnico di Torino is consistently:
– Top-ranked in engineering and technology across Europe and globally
– Recognized for its strong industry links, especially in automotive, aerospace, and architecture
– Home to 30+ student teams and international associations
Tips for Applicants
1. Choose research topic wisely: two paths—your own proposal or predefined ones
2. Prepare early for deadlines:
– Session 1: Feb 19, 2025 – Apr 30, 2025 at 14:00 CET
– Session 2: Oct 15, 2025 – Nov 14, 2025 at 14:00 CET
3. Strong CV & research statement tailored to your field and potential supervisor
4. Contact supervisors in predefined topics to align interests early
5. English proficiency: no fixed IELTS required, but fluency essential
Elegiblity
Eligible Countries: All
Age: No limit
UG: Must have completed
G: Must hold a master’s or equivalent degree
PG: Must meet PhD entrance eligibility
Passport Required: Yes
IELTS or Equivalent Required: No
Types
Type: % Available: Stipend / Benefits:
Own Topic 50% €1,400/month + laptop + mobility grants
Predefined Topic 40% €1,400/month + housing + supervisor support
Industrial Apprenticeship 5% Same + company collaboration
Company-Funded 5% €30,000+/year (negotiated)
Documents required
→ Curriculum Vitae
→ Master’s degree certificate + transcripts
→ Research proposal / statement
→ Recommendation letters (2–3)
→ Proof of English proficiency (if available)
→ Passport/ID copy
Academic requirements
Programmers
UG: Not Applicable
G: Engineering, Architecture, Applied Sciences
PG: Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, ICT, Energy, etc.
Universities Included:
Politecnico di Torino and partner research centers in Italy
APPLICATION START DATE:
Session 1: Feb 19, 2025
Session 2: Oct 15, 2025
APPLICATION END DATE:
Session 1: Apr 30, 2025 (14:00 CET)
Session 2: Nov 14, 2025 (14:00 CET)
