As part of its commitment to building research capacity in Benin, CERDI is launching an ambitious doctoral fellowship programme for the academic year 2026-2027.

These scholarships, funded in partnership with the CNRS and the Université Clermont Auvergne, will cover registration fees, a monthly stipend and mobility costs for research stays in France.

Eligibility requirements

  • Be a Beninese national or have resided in Benin for at least three years
  • Hold a Master 2 in Economics, Management or Social Sciences
  • Be under 35 years of age at the time of application

Applications must be submitted before 30 July 2026.