# Greek State Scholarships Foundation PhD funding > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greek-state-scholarships-foundation-phd-funding > Updated: 2026-08-17T05:12:36.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. The Greek State Scholarships Foundation (IKY) clarified its funding structure for PhD fellowships following government notices that suggested a budget and position reduction. IKY stated that the total program of 610 fellowships, funded by the EU Social Fund Plus (ESF+), remains intact. The foundation explained that the perceived reduction was actually a scheduling adjustment, with 310 fellowships allocated for the 2021–2024 period and the remaining 300 to be distributed through annual calls between 2025 and 2027. Following this clarification, IKY announced the call for the initial 310 doctoral scholarships. The program covers seven scientific fields for a maximum of 36 months. However, the initiative has drawn criticism from academic experts, such as Anastasios Perrakis, who argued the call is “out of European reality.” Critics have raised concerns regarding the timing of funding, the €1,200 monthly stipend, the lack of social security or employment rights, and various administrative requirements including military service and income criteria. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-17: State Scholarships Foundation announces 310 doctoral grants in Greece The State Scholarships Foundation (IKY) announced 310 doctoral scholarships in Greece, drawing criticism from academic Anastasios Perrakis regarding funding timelines, stipend levels, and labor rights. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/state-scholarships-foundation-announces-310-doctoral-grants-in-greece ### 2026-08-03: Greek IKY confirms 610 PhD fellowships will be fully funded IKY says the 610 PhD fellowships funded by the EU Social Fund remain fully financed; only the award schedule changes, with 310 slots in 2021‑24 and 300 spread over 2025‑27, contrary to reports of a cut. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-iky-confirms-610-phd-fellowships-will-be-fully-funded --- Cite as: Greek State Scholarships Foundation PhD funding. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/greek-state-scholarships-foundation-phd-funding