Aghaz-e-Haqooq-e-Balochistan Scholarship 2026 (AHBP)

Overview

Aghaz-e-Haqooq-e-Balochistan Scholarship 2026 (AHBP) is a prestigious opportunity provided by Higher Education Commission (HEC) & Govt of Pakistan. This scholarship is designed to support students pursuing Master's (MS / MPhil) leading to PhD or PhD (Doctoral Degree) or Undergraduate (BS - via 'Provision' stream). It offers Fully Funded (Overseas & Indigenous), including benefits like 1. Overseas Scholarship (MS/PhD): - Tuition Fee: 100% covered for Top 500 World Universities. - Stipend: Monthly living allowance (approx. $1,200 - $1,500 depending on country). - Airfare: Return air ticket. - Settlement Allowance: One-time payment upon arrival. 2. Indigenous Scholarship (Local MS/PhD): - Tuition Fee: Paid directly to the Pakistani university. - Stipend: Monthly stipend (approx. PKR 18,000 - 25,000). - Book Allowance: Annual grant for books/research.. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to secure this funding for their academic journey.

Benefits & Coverage

Eligibility Criteria

• Domicile: MUST be a domicile holder of **Balochistan** province.
• Academic Merit (PhD): Minimum 3.0/4.0 CGPA in MS/MPhil (First Division).
• Academic Merit (MS): Minimum 16 Years of education (Bachelor's) with 3.0 CGPA or First Division.
• Age Limit: Up to 35 years (for PhD) and 30 years (for MS). Relaxed to 40 years for regular Faculty Members.
• Test Score: Must secure at least 50% marks in the HEC Aptitude Test (HAT).
• Bond: Awardees must sign a bond to serve in Balochistan for 5 years after completion of studies.

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