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HomeScholarships75th Celebration of Independence Day of Pakistan Scholarship Program (National Top Talent)
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MS / MPhil (2 Years)
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75th Celebration of Independence Day of Pakistan Scholarship Program (National Top Talent)

Higher Education Commission (HEC) Deadline: Program Deferred / Halted (Previous Deadline: March 21)

Overview

75th Celebration of Independence Day of Pakistan Scholarship Program (National Top Talent) is a prestigious opportunity provided by Higher Education Commission (HEC). This scholarship is designed to support students pursuing MS / MPhil (2 Years) or PhD (4 Years). It offers Fully Funded, including benefits like Full Tuition Fee: Covers 100% tuition costs at top-ranked global universities. Monthly Stipend: Rate varies by country/city to cover living costs. Return Airfare: Economy class ticket provided once per degree. Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage. Settlement Allowance: One-time payment upon arrival.. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to secure this funding for their academic journey.

Benefits & Coverage

Full Tuition Fee: Covers 100% tuition costs at top-ranked global universities.
Monthly Stipend: Rate varies by country/city to cover living costs.
Return Airfare: Economy class ticket provided once per degree.
Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage.
Settlement Allowance: One-time payment upon arrival.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Nationality: Pakistani / AJ&K National.
  • Admission Requirement: Must have a confirmed, unconditional admission letter from a **Top 25 Ranked University** (QS or Times Higher Education rankings) in a selected subject.
  • Academic Record: Minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0 or 3.75/5.0. No 3rd Division in entire academic career.
  • Age Limit: Maximum 35 years (General), Maximum 40 years (Public Sector Employees).
  • Bond: Must sign a bond to serve Pakistan for 3 years (MS) or 5 years (PhD) upon return.

Required Documents

  • Unconditional Admission Letter from Top 25 University
  • CNIC / Passport
  • All Educational Transcripts & Degrees
  • Domicile Certificate
  • Statement of Purpose
  • NOC (for Government Employees)

Frequently Asked Questions

Application Details

Status
Varies
Apply Before Program Deferred / Halted (Previous Deadline: March 21)
Month Variable (Dependent on Govt Fund Release)

How to Apply?

  1. Secure an Unconditional Admission Letter from a Top 25 World Ranked University (e.g., MIT, Oxford, Stanford).
  2. Wait for the HEC advertisement (Currently halted due to economic constraints).
  3. Apply via HEC E-Portal (scholarship.hec.gov.pk).

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