US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor PhD Scholarship Program 2026

Overview

US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor PhD Scholarship Program 2026 is a prestigious opportunity provided by Higher Education Commission (HEC) & Government of Pakistan. This scholarship is designed to support students pursuing PhD (Doctoral). It offers Fully Funded (Category I) / Tuition Capped (Category II), including benefits like Monthly Stipend: USD 1,600 per month (Annual USD 19,200) for living expenses. Health Insurance: Up to USD 2,000 per annum. Return Airfare: PKR 250,000 (One-time reimbursement). Category I (Top 50 QS Ranked Uni): 100% Tuition Fee covered by HEC. Category II (Top 51-300 QS Ranked Uni): Tuition support capped at USD 12,000 per annum (Student must secure a waiver for the rest).. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to secure this funding for their academic journey.

Benefits & Coverage

Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Pakistani / AJ&K National.
• Education: Minimum 4-year Bachelor's (BS/BSc/BE - 16 Years) OR MS/MPhil (18 Years).
• Academic Record: No 2nd or 3rd Division allowed in the entire academic career.
• Age Limit: Max 40 years (Public Sector Faculty/Govt Employees), Max 35 years (All others).
• Admission Status: Must have secured admission in a US University ranked in the Top 300 (QS World Ranking).
• Test Requirement: Valid GRE General Score (Min 300) OR HEC Aptitude Test (HAT) Score (Min 60%).
• Exclusion: Candidates who already hold a PhD or are currently availing another scholarship are ineligible.

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