A major opportunity has opened for Pakistani students aspiring to study in the United States, as the Higher Education Commission (HEC) has announced PhD scholarships for 2027 admissions under the ‘Pak-US Knowledge Corridor’ program.
According to official details, the scholarships will allow selected candidates from Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) to pursue doctoral studies at top-ranked universities in the US.
HEC stated that the initiative is aimed at supporting highly talented students who wish to gain admission to leading global institutions under fully or partially funded arrangements.
More details regarding eligibility criteria, funding structure, and application procedures are expected to be shared through the official HEC portal.
These scholarships are available for talented students from Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir who wish to pursue a PhD degree from QS Top 100 ranked universities in the United States.
The HEC clarified that this scholarship is strictly for PhD programs only and does not cover Master’s, MS, or MS leading to PhD programs.
HEC has divided the scholarships into two categories based on the ranking of US universities. The first category includes QS Top 50 universities.
Under this category, students will receive full tuition fees, a stipend of USD 19,200 per year, and USD 2,000 per year for health insurance.
For admission to Top 50 universities, a minimum GRE General score of 300 or at least 60% marks in the HEC HAT test is required.
The second category includes universities ranked between 51 and 100 in the QS World Rankings. This category provides up to USD 12,000 per year for tuition fees, a stipend of USD 19,200 per year, and USD 2,000 per year for health insurance.
For admission to these universities, applicants must also have a minimum GRE General score of 300 or at least 60% marks in the HEC HAT test.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have completed at least 16 years of education (BS, BSc, BE, or equivalent degree) with no second or third division throughout their academic career.
The upper age limit is 40 years for government employees, regular faculty members of public sector universities or colleges, and researchers from approved R&D institutions. For all other applicants, the age limit is 35 years.
Applicants must not already be receiving any other scholarship.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are required to first secure admission in an HEC-approved subject at a US university. After obtaining admission, they must submit their applications through the HEC online scholarship portal. For detailed information, applicants can visit the official HEC website.
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