By XOXI Opportunities · 2026-06-23
1. What is GCUB-Mob? The Grupo Coimbra de Universidades Brasileiras (GCUB) International Mobility Program is a fully-funded scholarship that brings international students to pursue Master's or Doctoral degrees at Brazilian universities. It is now in its 5th Edition in 2026. The application is completely free and open to almost all nationalities worldwide. 2. Degree Levels & Duration For Master's (Mestrado) the scholarship covers up to 24 months of study. For Doctorate (Doutorado) it covers up to 48 months. Both levels require you to already hold an undergraduate degree before applying 3. Financial Coverage a. What the Scholarship Pays For The host Brazilian university covers your full tuition fees, all enrollment fees, and any academic or laboratory fees related to your program. On top of that you receive a monthly stipend that matches the official rates set by Brazilian federal agencies CAPES and CNPq. b. Monthly Stipend Amounts For Master's students the stipend is approximately BRL 2,100 per month which is roughly USD 400–420. For Doctorate students it is approximately BRL 3,100 per month which is roughly USD 600–620. These amounts follow official CAPES/CNPq rates and may be updated slightly each year. 4. Eligibility Criteria You must meet all of the following conditions. First, you must not hold Brazilian nationality. Second, you must hold an undergraduate degree regardless of whether you are applying for Master's or PhD. Third, you must be a citizen of a country that has diplomatic relations with Brazil which includes Pakistan and most countries worldwide. Fourth, you must be able to demonstrate financial capacity to cover your travel, visa, insurance, and initial costs. 5. Universities The program includes over 60 Brazilian federal and state universities spread across all regions of Brazil. Some of the most notable ones are the University of São Paulo (USP), UNICAMP, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), UFMG, and UFRGS among many others covering a wide range of academic fields and disciplines. 6. How to Apply Step 1 — Research the Program Visit the official GCUB website and read the full Call for Applications for 2026. Go through the list of eligible courses and universities carefully to find programs that match your academic background and research interests. Step 2 — Choose Up to 5 Universities You are allowed to apply to up to 5 different universities in a single application cycle. This significantly increases your chances of being selected. You should rank them according to your preference. Step 3 — Prepare Your Documents You will need your academic transcripts, your undergraduate degree certificate, a Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your passport or national ID, and any additional documents required by your chosen universities. All documents must be submitted in PDF format. Step 4 — Submit Online Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official portal at mob.gcub.org.br. The application is 100% free with no fees at any stage. 7. Deadlines The application window typically opens in late May and closes in early July each year. For the 2026 edition the closing deadline falls around early to mid July 2026. Results are announced a few months after the deadline and the program usually starts early the following academic year. Always confirm exact dates on the official GCUB portal as they can shift slightly. 8. Why This Scholarship Stands Out It is completely free to apply. You can apply to five universities at once which greatly improves your chances. Full tuition is covered with no hidden academic costs. You receive a government-level monthly stipend from the start. It is open to nearly all nationalities. Both Master's and PhD levels are available across more than 60 universities in diverse fields all across Brazil. Here is the Link to apply: https://mob.gcub.org.br/inscricao.php