HEC Overseas PhD Scholarship Application Guide 2026

The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan offers overseas PhD scholarships to support Pakistani scholars at top international universities.

Eligibility Criteria

• Pakistani citizen
• MS/MPhil degree (18 years of education) with minimum 60% marks
• Unconditional offer from a top-ranked international university
• Valid GRE/GMAT score

Top Priority Fields

• Science and Technology
• Agriculture
• Medicine
• Management Sciences
• Social Sciences

Application Process

1. Apply to universities and secure admission
2. Submit HEC scholarship application online
3. Appear for HEC interview
4. Sign bond and begin studies

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