Scholarships for postgraduate students in Pakistan
Introduction
Full List of Scholarships for Pakistani Students
Government of Pakistan Merit Scholarship for BS, MS & Ph.D. 2021-22 – Study Abroad
Chinese Government Scholarship for Pakistani Students 2021-22
HEC China Business Training Program 2021-22 – Fully Funded
CSC Masters, Ph.D. Scholarship in China 2021-22 Fully Funded
Turkish Government Scholarship for Pakistani Students 2021-22 – Fully Funded NUST National University of Sciences & Technology Scholarship for Graduate Students 2021/2022 [Fully Funded] JNU Worldwide M.Phil/Ph.D. Admission with Scholarship 2021 [Fully Funded] Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset Scholarships 2021-22
Full List of Scholarships for Pakistani Students
- Qatar Foundation International Scholarship Program
- The APS is offering scholarships in Pakistan students who wish to pursue their PhDs at top-ranking universities in Pakistan. The scholarship will cover tuition fees, airfare, and health insurance.
- Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) Scholarship Program for Pakistanis: AKF offers four scholarships every year for Pakistani students wanting to study abroad in the fields of medicine, social sciences, and humanities. Each applicant must be fluent in English and have a good academic record with a minimum GPA of 3.5 out of 4 or equivalent CGPA/CGPA scale (5-point). Moreover, candidates should also demonstrate their commitment to community service activities before applying for these scholarships.
Government of Pakistan Merit Scholarship for BS, MS & Ph.D. 2021-22 – Study Abroad
Government of Pakistan Merit Scholarship for BS, MS & Ph.D. 2021-22 – Study Abroad
The Government of Pakistan is offering scholarships to outstanding Pakistani students to pursue graduate studies in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. The Government of Pakistan Merit Scholarship Scheme was established in 1985 by the Ministry of Education and Professional Training (MoEPT), Government of Pakistan. The aim is to promote higher education among Pakistani nationals who have passed their Matriculation Examinations securing at least 60% marks or its equivalent level with at least two years of work experience after graduation.
This scholarship program offers highly competitive financial aid awards (scholarships) based on merit as well as academic achievement. These scholarships are available for pursuing higher education at undergraduate degree programs including Master’s degrees by Research/Dissertation or Coursework degree programs up to Ph.D. level provided these research proposals are submitted under this scheme and approved by concerned authorities before admission into universities abroad through nominated links with selected foreign universities which may include:
Chinese Government Scholarship for Pakistani Students 2021-22
The Chinese Government Scholarship for Pakistani Students is a competitive scholarship program for Pakistani students. It offers master’s, Ph.D., and short-term courses scholarships to Pakistani students to study in China.
The main focus of this program is on developing bilateral relations between Pakistan and China through academic exchange. This program provides opportunities for both Pakistani students as well as teachers from Pakistan to learn about Chinese culture, history, society, and economy through higher education courses at the university level in numerous disciplines including engineering, medicine, science, etc.
This scholarship scheme was launched by the Chinese government in 2016 to promote friendly ties between Pakistan and China through educational collaboration between both countries’ higher education institutions.
HEC China Business Training Program 2021-22 – Fully Funded
The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan is a public-sector organization that oversees and regulates all Pakistani universities. It is also responsible for providing financial aid to students, as well as organizing scholarships and fellowships for postgraduate students.
The HEC China Business Training Program 2021-22 provides the opportunity for Pakistani government officials to study in China through fully-funded training programs. The program aims to strengthen cooperation between the two countries through increased knowledge sharing and exchange among them.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Students enrolled in Master’s/MPhil degrees or Ph.D. programs at recognized institutes/universities in Pakistan are eligible to apply for this scholarship program.
- Applicants must have earned good grades (CGPA 3+) during their bachelor’s degree coursework; while applicants who have completed their bachelor’s degrees but have not yet been awarded an official transcript may submit proof of having been awarded honors by their respective institutes rather than submitting official transcripts of marks obtained during their studies.
CSC Masters, Ph.D. Scholarship in China 2021-22 Fully Funded
China Scholarship Council (CSC) Masters, Ph.D. Scholarship in China 2021-22 Fully Funded Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must be citizens of Pakistan.
Applicants must have the highest qualification as a Bachelor’s degree for Master’s Degree Programmes and a master’s degree for the Ph.D. program from a reputable university or equivalent exam held by the Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) or any other recognized institution. Applications from students currently enrolled in the relevant program will not be considered eligible to apply or selected as the recipient of scholarship awards under this scheme;
For both MPhil/Ph.D. programs, applicants should have an annual family income not exceeding Rs 4 lac per annum; For Ph.D. programs only, applicants must provide proof that their parents/guardians are retired employees of public sector organizations registered with FPEB as pensioners; Applicants applying for MPhil programs must submit a document stating whether they were awarded any scholarship during their education period at undergraduate level through FPEB scholarship examination or any other means;
For both MPhil/Ph.D. programs, applicants should have passed at least 55% marks in last graduation (for candidates appearing in final examinations); For Ph.D. programs only, the applicant must be able to read the English language fluently and write it correctly
Turkish Government Scholarship for Pakistani Students 2021-22 – Fully Funded
A scholarship is a form of financial aid awarded to students. Scholarships are given without any repayment and are normally based on academic achievement or potential, to help students gain access to higher education. The criteria for eligibility for scholarships vary between institutions and countries, but generally include:
- Academic achievement – A student who has achieved outstanding results in their studies may be eligible for an academic scholarship that covers all or part of their tuition fees and living expenses.
- Good example – If a student has demonstrated the ability to maintain good conduct, work towards improving themselves through study, contribute positively to the community around them and serve as a role model for others then they may be awarded a non-academic merit-based scholarship.
NUST National University of Sciences & Technology Scholarship for Graduate Students 2021-22
- NUST National University of Sciences & Technology Scholarship for Graduate Students 2021-22 is available to Pakistani citizens studying in Pakistani universities.
- NUST National University of Sciences & Technology Scholarship for Graduate Students 2021-22 covers tuition fees, accommodation allowance, study materials, and medical insurance.
- Applicants must have a good academic record to qualify for this scholarship.
JNU Worldwide M.Phil/Ph.D. Admission with Scholarship 2021 [Fully Funded]
- JNU Worldwide M.Phil/Ph.D. Admission with Scholarship 2021 [Fully Funded]
- The Jamia is offering M.Phil and Ph.D. programs in Law, Economics, Political Science, History, English Literature, and Linguistics with a scholarship from its funds.
- The Scholarships cover tuition fees for both the academic years as well as living expenses for one year at a time for both MPhil & Ph.D. students who would be admitted for the first 12 months of their degree program at Jamia Millia Islamia University (JMI) New Delhi or any other affiliated university in India/ Abroad under JMI’s exchange program.
Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset Scholarships 2021-22
The Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset Scholarships are fully funded scholarships for students from developing countries.
The Scholarship is available to pursue a postgraduate degree program in Australia, under an eligible RTP scheme. Applications are invited from senior secondary school leavers and university students who are nationals of the following countries: Afghanistan; Bangladesh; Bhutan; Cambodia; China (including Hong Kong SAR); Fiji; India; Indonesia; Kiribati; Malaysia (including East Malaysia); Maldives; the Marshall Islands, Micronesia Nauru Palau Papua New Guinea Philippines Solomon Islands South Korea Sri Lanka Thailand Timor-Leste Tonga Tuvalu Vanuatu Vietnam
AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT ENDeavour Postgraduate Awards (EPAs) 2021 – 2022 Fully Funded
The Australian Government Endeavour Postgraduate Awards (EPAs) are awarded to students from developing countries to undertake postgraduate study in Australia. The program is jointly funded by the Australian Government and participating universities.
The EPAs program provides full funding for up to four years of international postgraduate study in any discipline, with no tuition fees charged by universities and a living allowance payment of AUD$25,000 per year for up to three years (not subject to tax). After three years, students may apply for another one-year extension if they wish to continue their studies.
QATAR SCHOLARSHIP FOR THE SESSION OF 2020-21-2021 (FULLY FUNDED)
QATAR SCHOLARSHIP FOR THE SESSION OF 2020-21-2021 (FULLY FUNDED)
Qatar Scholarship is a joint initiative of the Government of Qatar and the Government of Pakistan and is supported by the Qatar Foundation. It aims to promote academic cooperation between Pakistan and Qatar universities through exchange programs, joint workshops and seminars, collaborative projects, joint research proposals, and other forms of academic collaboration.
The Qatari government has decided to provide fully-funded scholarships for Pakistani students to pursue their studies in any field at any university in Qatar during the 2020 – 2021 Academic Session. This scholarship program covers tuition fees, accommodation expenses, and a monthly stipend for four years/eight semesters with annual increments for tuition fee waiver up to the Master’s Degree level only. Students will be awarded this scholarship based on merit on a number-based weighted average system from Punjab province after passing the FSc examination with a minimum of 60% marks from open category candidates.
UNIVERSITIES OF BARCELONA PRIDE SCHOLARSHIP 2020/2021; FULLY FUNDED FOR PAKISTANI STUDENTS.
The University of Barcelona Pride Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship offered to Pakistani students by the University of Barcelona.
The scheme is open to international students who are studying in their final year at any university, college, or institute across Pakistan and abroad.
The scholarship will be awarded on a merit basis after completing your graduation from any educational institute or university located within or outside the country’s territory (whichever has been approved by University).
The application deadline for this program is 1st May 2020 and it closes on 31st March 2021; however, there are some exceptions like having prior work experience with international organizations, etc., which can be taken into consideration when applying for this scholarship program as well as receiving admission into your chosen graduate course at any accredited institution*.
Conclusion
I hope this article has given you a comprehensive list of scholarships available for postgraduate students in Pakistan. If you’re interested in pursuing higher studies abroad, then I highly recommend that you check out the websites listed below WorldNews64.They contain more information about the available scholarship programs, their requirements, and how to apply for them.
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