The HEC initiative seeks to enhance educational collaboration between Pakistan and Afghanistan by offering Afghan students the chance to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees at prestigious universities throughout Pakistan.
These scholarships cover tuition fees, living stipends, hostel accommodations, and other vital expenses, empowering Afghan youth to advance their academic and professional careers.
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This program is designed to enhance educational collaboration between Pakistan and Afghanistan and support regional progress through academic exchange.
Scholarship Highlights:
Afghan students selected under this program will receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:
· Full tuition fee coverage
· Monthly living stipend
· Hostel/residential facility
· Travel expenses
· Book and research allowances (for postgraduate students)
The scholarships cover a wide range of academic fields, including Medicine, Engineering, Agriculture, Management Sciences, Computer Science, and more.
Scholarship Levels:
· Undergraduate (BS)
· Graduate (MS/M.Phil.)
· Doctoral (PhD)
Key Objectives of the Program:
· To provide Afghan students with access to quality higher education in Pakistan.
· To build professional linkages between educational institutions in Pakistan and Afghanistan.
· To support human resource development for Afghanistan’s reconstruction.
· To foster goodwill and long-term cooperation between the two neighboring nations.
· To attract international students to Pakistani universities as part of a broader regional academic integration.
Eligibility:
Afghan nationals who meet the academic criteria for the respective degree programs in Pakistan are eligible to apply.
Applicants must ensure they submit verified academic documents and fulfill the admission requirements of Pakistani universities.
Deadline to Apply:
September 30, 2025 is the last date to submit online applications.
How to Apply:
Interested Afghan nationals can apply through the official scholarship portal: https://pakafghan.hec.gov.pk
This initiative is a vital part of Pakistan’s strategy to contribute to the development of Afghanistan by empowering its youth through education, and to establish long-lasting institutional, academic, and cultural ties.
