HEC Pakistan Announces 75 National Top Talent Scholarships for Pakistani Students For MS & PhDs
If you are Pakistani and Azad Kashmir resident then this scholarship is for you. On the occaision of Independence day of Pakistan, Higher Education Commission has announced the Total 75 Scholarships of National Top Talent Scholarships program for you. essentially to admission in MS/Mphil and PHD Programs. Read below details carefully and complete your documents and apply accordingly.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Name | 75 National Top Talent Scholarships Programme for Pakistani Students (MS & PhD Scholarships) |
| Announced By | Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan |
| Occasion | 75th Independence Anniversary Celebrations |
| Scholarships Offered | - 40 PhD Scholarships - 35 MS Scholarships |
| Purpose | To enable Pakistani and Azad Kashmir nationals to study in the world’s top 25 universities (QS/THE Rankings) in selected subjects. |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Pakistani/Azad Kashmir national |
| Admission | Confirmed/Unconditional Admission/Enrolment in any of the world's top 25 ranked universities (QS/THE) in selected subjects. |
| Educational Qualification | - For MS Scholarships: BS/BE/Master’s or equivalent (16 years of education) in relevant fields of study. - For PhD Scholarships: MS/MPhil/ME or equivalent (18 years of education) in relevant fields of study. |
| Academic Performance | - Minimum 2nd Division throughout the academic career prior to the final degree. - Minimum CGPA 3.0 out of 4.0 & 3.75 out of 5.0 in terminal degree. |
| Age Limit | - 40 years for full-time faculty of public universities/degree-awarding institutions/colleges & employees of public sector organizations. - 35 years for all other applicants. |
| Other Scholarships | Must not be availing any other scholarship. |
How to Apply
| Steps | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Application | Submit an online application at https://eportal.hec.gov.pk. |
| Processing Fee | Deposit a non-refundable PKR 700/- in HEC’s account: - Account Number: 174279001334-01 (Habib Bank Limited, Shalimar Recording Company Branch, H-9, Islamabad). - Upload the deposit slip. |
| Documents Submission | Submit the printed copy of the online application form with required documents to HEC before the deadline. |
Important Notes
| Note | Details |
|---|---|
| Award Basis | Scholarships will be awarded on a first-come-first-served basis. |
| Host University Requirement | Candidates must fulfill host university’s requirements, including GAT, GRE, TOEFL, IELTS, or any other applicable tests. |
| Admission Status | Conditional admission/enrolment will not be considered. |
| Information Accuracy | Misrepresentation/incorrect details will result in termination of the application process. |
| Service Obligation | - For MS scholarships: Awardees must serve in Pakistan for a period of three years. - For PhD scholarships: Awardees must serve immediately after completion of studies. |
Deadline
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline / Closing date | March 21, 2023 |
Contact Information
| Details | Contact |
|---|---|
| Location | Sector H-9, Islamabad |
| Phone Number | Tel: 051-111-119-432 |
| Contact URL | https://onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk |
| Website | www.hec.gov.pk/site/idps75 |