HEC Overseas PhD Scholarships
Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan
HEC funds PhD studies abroad for Pakistani faculty and researchers in priority fields.
Eligibility
Pakistani citizens with MS/MPhil, strong academic records, and employment in public sector.
Nationalities: Pakistani
Degree levels: phd
Minimum IELTS: 6.5
Minimum TOEFL: 80
Valid IELTS/TOEFL at time of application.
Interview: Required as part of selection.
Application fee: 0.00
Funding
tuitionliving allowancetravelinsurance
Full tuition, monthly stipend (varies by country), return airfare, health insurance
Deadline: August 15, 2026
Last verified: August 17, 2026
Source: HEC Pakistan Official Scholarships Page (view source)
Contact: scholarships@hec.gov.pk
Eligibility criteria, funding amounts and deadlines change over time — always confirm with the official source before applying.