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Fully Funded
PhD (Direct - for candidates with 18 years education)
MS/MPhil (Only for Engineering Technology graduates)

HEC Overseas Scholarships for PhD in Selected Fields (Phase-III) 2026

Higher Education Commission (HEC) Deadline: Varies (Typically announced in May/June for Spring intakes)

Overview

HEC Overseas Scholarships for PhD in Selected Fields (Phase-III) 2026 is a prestigious opportunity provided by Higher Education Commission (HEC). This scholarship is designed to support students pursuing PhD (Direct - for candidates with 18 years education) or MS/MPhil (Only for Engineering Technology graduates). It offers Fully Funded, including benefits like Tuition Fee: 100% paid directly to the foreign university. Monthly Stipend (USA): USD 1,600 per month. Monthly Stipend (UK): GBP 1,015 per month (London rates may vary). Monthly Stipend (Europe): EUR 1,000 - 1,286 per month (Country specific). Monthly Stipend (China/Malaysia): USD 800 - 900 per month. Monthly Stipend (Australia): AUD 1,583 per month. Return Airfare: Economy class ticket (One-time for joining and return). Health Insurance: Covered (Up to a capped limit/Standard Policy).. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to secure this funding for their academic journey.

Benefits & Coverage

Tuition Fee: 100% paid directly to the foreign university.
Monthly Stipend (USA): USD 1,600 per month.
Monthly Stipend (UK): GBP 1,015 per month (London rates may vary).
Monthly Stipend (Europe): EUR 1,000 - 1,286 per month (Country specific).
Monthly Stipend (China/Malaysia): USD 800 - 900 per month.
Monthly Stipend (Australia): AUD 1,583 per month.
Return Airfare: Economy class ticket (One-time for joining and return).
Health Insurance: Covered (Up to a capped limit/Standard Policy).

Eligibility Criteria

  • Nationality: Pakistani / AJ&K National.
  • Academic Criteria (PhD): Must hold MS/MPhil (18 years) with Minimum 3.0/4.0 CGPA or 1st Division.
  • Academic Criteria (MS Eng Tech): Must hold 16 years B.Tech/BS Engineering Tech with NTC Registration.
  • Maximum 2nd Divisions: No more than one 2nd Division in the entire academic career.
  • No 3rd Division: No 3rd Division/Grade D allowed in academic history.
  • Age Limit: Max 35 years (Open Merit), Max 40 years (Regular Faculty/Govt Employees).
  • Test Requirement: Must score min 70% in HEC Aptitude Test (HAT).

Required Documents

  • HEC Aptitude Test (HAT) Score Card (Min 70%)
  • CNIC / Passport
  • MS/MPhil Transcript & Degree (for PhD applicants)
  • NTC Registration Certificate (for Engineering Tech applicants)
  • Domicile Certificate
  • NOC (for Govt/University Employees)

Frequently Asked Questions

Application Details

Status
Varies
Apply Before Varies (Typically announced in May/June for Spring intakes)
Month May-June

How to Apply?

  1. Register for the HEC Aptitude Test (HAT) via etc.hec.gov.pk (Score of 70% is mandatory).
  2. Wait for the HEC advertisement for 'Overseas Phase-III'.
  3. Log in to the HEC Scholarship Portal (scholarship.hec.gov.pk).

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