A message from Alberto Tonolo:
Ten PhD scholarships are available at the University of Padova for candidates interested in all branches of Mathematics (start of activities: November 1st, 2026).
Eligibility.
The scholarship competition is open to applicants of any citizenship, holding a 2nd cycle degree or a single cycle degree from an Italian university or an equivalent qualification from other Countries of at least
four years’ duration (applicants must obtain their qualification no later than 30th September 2026).
Admission is decided on the basis of qualifications, of a motivational letter, of recommendation letters and - for those shortlisted - of an interview.
How to apply.
The call is published (deadline May 20, 2026 - 1 pm CEST) at the page
https://www.unipd.it/dottorato/dottorati-42-ciclo
English version at the page
https://www.unipd.it/en/dottorato/dottorati-42-ciclo
Applications are only accepted online using the link indicated in the call.
Applicants must read carefully all instructions provided in the call, including those concerning further benefits (accommodation, see Annex 2, and Galilean School of Higher Education research and accommodation grant, see Annex 3), and the technical notes. Further notices may be found in our site:
https://dottorato.math.unipd.it/prospective-students/Admissions_Coming_Year
Grant awarded.
The annual grant will be of euros 17,443.00 (gross amount). The grant will be awarded for three years and it will be subject to satisfactory progresses evaluated on a yearly basis.
Applicants who need further assistance may send an email to phd.math@math.unipd.it
Thank you for your attention, alberto