Applications are now open for the Allama Muhammad Iqbal Scholarship 2026, a fully funded undergraduate scholarship offered by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan. This scholarship provides international students from Central Asia and Friendly Countries with the opportunity to pursue a Bachelor's (BS) degree at leading universities in Pakistan with full financial support.Join our Coaching class for the Duolingo English Test

The scholarship is funded by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Government of Pakistan, under the Allama Muhammad Iqbal Scholarship Programme. It aims to strengthen educational cooperation and cultural exchange by supporting talented international students across a wide range of academic disciplines while promoting quality higher education in Pakistan.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

Successful applicants will receive:

·       Full tuition fee coverage.

·       Free accommodation.

·       Monthly living stipend.

·       One-time travel and airfare support during the degree programme.

·       One-time settlement allowance upon arrival in Pakistan.

·       Opportunity to study at recognized universities in Pakistan.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Applicants must:

·       Be a citizen of an eligible Central Asian or Friendly Country.

·       Apply for an Undergraduate (BS) programme.

·       Have completed GCE A Levels or an equivalent qualification with:

o   At least 60% marks for most programmes.

o   At least 65% marks for Engineering programmes.

·       Obtain an Equivalence Certificate from the Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC), Pakistan after being awarded the scholarship.

·       Meet all admission requirements of the selected university and HEC.

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

The scholarship is available in the following fields:

·       Engineering and Technology

·       Computer Science

·       Information Technology (IT)

·       Business and Economics

·       Allied Health Sciences

·       Agriculture

·       Social Sciences

·       Food Security

·       International Relations

·       Media Studies

·       Languages

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Applicants should prepare:

·       Completed online application form.

·       Academic certificates and transcripts.

·       Passport or national identification document.

·       Recent passport-size photograph.

·       Any additional documents required by HEC.

·       IBCC Equivalence Certificate (after scholarship award).

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Interested applicants should:

1.     Visit the official HEC scholarship website.

2.     Read the scholarship guidelines carefully.

3.     Complete the online application form.

4.     Upload all required supporting documents.

5.     Submit the application before the deadline.

6.     Wait for further communication from HEC regarding the selection process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

·       Host Country: Pakistan

·       Scholarship Type: Fully Funded Undergraduate (BS)

·       Funding Organization: Higher Education Commission (HEC), Government of Pakistan

·       Eligible Countries: Central Asia and Friendly Countries

·       Financial Coverage: Full Tuition, Accommodation, Monthly Stipend, Airfare, Settlement Allowance

APPLICATION DEADLINE

10 August 2026


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