The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has declared fully funded PhD scholarships as part of the US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor Project, creating chances for Pakistani scholars to undertake doctoral studies at prestigious universities in the United States.
As per HEC, the initiative is designed to enhance academic collaboration between Pakistan and the United States while aiding in the enhancement of Pakistan’s human resource capacity in advanced sectors.
The program is available to scholars applying to institutions ranked within the Top 300 according to the QS World Rankings. It comprises two funding categories.
Applicants who gain admission to universities within the Top 50 will receive complete tuition fee coverage, a monthly stipend, and health insurance. Meanwhile, those accepted to universities ranked between 51 and 300 will be eligible for financial aid of up to USD 12,000 annually for tuition, alongside a stipend and health insurance.
HEC noted that these scholarships are part of its continuous endeavors to offer Pakistani students and professionals global research exposure and training in advanced fields, thereby improving their ability to contribute to the nation’s development.
Currently, applications are open for two admission cycles. The cutoff for Spring and Summer 2026 admissions is November 15, 2025, while the deadline for Fall 2026 admissions is April 30, 2026.
Qualified candidates can submit their applications via HEC’s online scholarship portal at [scholarship.hec.gov.pk](http://scholarship.hec.gov.pk).
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