NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
- Financial assistance & scholarships are available for study at Undergraduate level in all disciplines at HEC selected public sector Pakistani universities and degree awarding institutions.
- Students need to compete for securing admission at the participating institution as per admission policy of the institution and be enrolled in Undergraduate (4 years) programs.
- Students in financial need who are already enrolled in participating institutions are also eligible to apply.
- The eligibility of a candidate is linked to his/her financial needs as assessed by the Institutional Scholarship Award Committee. The financial background of the family of the applicant will be kept in view in this regard.
- The number of slots will be decided by the universities.
- Funding for slots will continue for the complete duration of the program. In case any students drop out, they will be replaced by other candidates on the waiting list.
- All disciplines will be kept open. The selected university will decide whether to include or exclude any discipline keeping in view its grant, program cost, and number of allocated slots, etc.
- In the case of Medicine, Pharm-D and other five year programs, funding will be made available for the complete program.
- Considering the allocated grant, the university may adjust the total number of scholarships to an extent in order to cover the tuition fees.
- In addition to the tuition fee, every grantee will be paid Rs.6000/- stipend per month for the complete program.
- Those students who secure admission on self-finance are not eligible for HEC Need-Based Scholarship Program
Note
The complete application should be sent to relevant Financial Aid Offices where the applicant intends to secure admission.
List of Participating Universities
| S. No | University | Province |
| 1 | The Women University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Bagh | AJK |
| 2 | Mirpur University of Science & Technology, Mirpur (AJK) | AJK |
| 3 | AJK University, Muzaffarabad | AJK |
| 4 | University of Poonch, Rawalakot | AJK |
| 5 | University of Management Sciences and Information Technology, Kotli (AJK) | AJK |
| 6 | Lasbela Univ. of Agri., Water & Marine Sciences, Uthal | Balochistan |
| 7 | University of Balochistan, Quetta | Balochistan |
| 8 | Balochistan Univ. of IT & MS, Quetta | Balochistan |
| 9 | Sardar Bahadur Khan Women University, Quetta | Balochistan |
| 10 | Balochistan Univ. of Engg. & Tech., Khuzdar | Balochistan |
| 11 | University of Turbat, Turbat | Balochistan |
| 12 | University of Lorali, Lorali | Balochistan |
| 13 | Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad | Faderal |
| 14 | International Islamic University, Islamabad | Faderal |
| 15 | National Univ. of Modern Languages, Islamabad | Faderal |
| 16 | Air University, Islamabad | Faderal |
| 17 | National Defence University, Islamabad | Faderal |
| 18 | Bahria University, Islambad | Faderal |
| 19 | Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhatto Medical Uni, Islamabad | Faderal |
| 20 | Pakistan Institute of Development Economics, Islamabad | Faderal |
| 21 | Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad | Faderal |
| 22 | COMSATS Institute of IT, Islamabad | Faderal |
| 23 | Virtual University of Pakistan | Faderal |
| 24 | Karakurum International University, Gilgit | Gilgit Baltistan |
| 25 | Islamia College University, Peshawar | KPK |
| 26 | University of Malakand, Chakdara | KPK |
| 27 | Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University (FWU), Peshawar | KPK |
| 28 | University of Science & Tech., Bannu | KPK |
| 29 | Hazara University, Mansehra | KPK |
| 30 | Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan | KPK |
| 31 | Kohat Univ. of Science & Tech., Kohat | KPK |
| 32 | Gomal University, D.I. Khan | KPK |
| 33 | Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Sheringal, Dir Upper | KPK |
| 34 | Abbotabad University of Sce. And Tech. Abbotabad | KPK |
| 35 | University of Swat, Swat | KPK |
| 36 | KPK University of Agriculture, Peshawar | KPK |
| 37 | The University of Swabi for Women, Swabi | KPK |
| 38 | KPK Univ. of Engg. & Tech., Peshawar | KPK |
| 39 | University of Peshawar, Peshawar | KPK |
| 40 | Khyber Medical University, Peshawar | KPK |
| 41 | Institute of Management Sciences, Peshawar | KPK |
| 42 | Bacha Khan University, Charsada | KPK |
| 43 | University of Haripur, Haripur | KPK |
| 44 | Khushal Khan Khattak University, Karak | KPK |
| 45 | University of Swabi, Swabi | KPK |
| 46 | FATA University, Akhurwal Dara Adam Khel | KPK |
| 47 | University of Arid Agriculture, Rawalpindi | Punjab |
| 48 | National Uni. Of Medical Science, Rawalpindi | Punjab |
| 49 | Lahore College for Women University, Lahore | Punjab |
| 50 | Government College University, Faisalabad | Punjab |
| 51 | University of Education, Lahore | Punjab |
| 52 | University of Sargodha, Sargodha | Punjab |
| 53 | The Women University, Multan | Punjab |
| 54 | University of Gujrat, Gujrat | Punjab |
| 55 | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad | Punjab |
| 56 | Ghazi University, Dera Ghazi Khan | Punjab |
| 57 | The Govt. Sadiq College Women University Bahawalpur | Punjab |
| 58 | GC Women University, Sialkot | Punjab |
| 59 | GC Women University, Faisalabad | Punjab |
| 60 | University of Health Sciences, Lahore | Punjab |
| 61 | King Edward Medical University, Lahore | Punjab |
| 62 | Kinniard College for Women, Lahore | Punjab |
| 63 | Information Tech. University Lahore | Punjab |
| 64 | Islamia University, Bahawalpur | Punjab |
| 65 | National Textile University, Faisalabad | Punjab |
| 66 | University of Engg. & Tech., Taxila | Punjab |
| 67 | University of Engg. & Tech., Lahore | Punjab |
| 68 | Univ. of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore | Punjab |
| 69 | Government College University, Lahore | Punjab |
| 70 | Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan | Punjab |
| 71 | University of the Punjab, Lahore | Punjab |
| 72 | Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design, Lahore | Punjab |
| 73 | Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan | Punjab |
| 74 | Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi | Punjab |
| 75 | Fatima Jinnah Medical University, Lahore | Punjab |
| 76 | Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University Engg & Tech, Multan | Punjab |
| 77 | Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science & Technology | Sindh |
| 78 | Dawood University of Engineering & Technology Karachi | Sindh |
| 79 | Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at Sakrand | Sindh |
| 80 | Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University, Lyari | Sindh |
| 81 | NED University of Engineering and Technology | Sindh |
| 82 | University of Karachi, Karachi | Sindh |
| 83 | Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi | Sindh |
| 84 | People University of Medical Health Sciences For Women, Nawabshah (Benazirabad) | Sindh |
| 85 | Quaid Awam University Engineering Science & Technology Nawabshah | Sindh |
| 86 | Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam | Sindh |
| 87 | Liaquat Univ. of Medical & Health Sciences, Jamshoro | Sindh |
| 88 | Mehran Univ. of Engineering Science & Technology Nawabshah Jamshoro | Sindh |
| 89 | University of Sindh, Jamshoro | Sindh |
| 90 | Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University of technology & skill development, Khairpur | Sindh |
| 91 | Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur | Sindh |
| 92 | Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Benzirabad | Sindh |
| 93 | Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi | Sindh |
| 94 | Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University, Larkana | Sindh |
| 95 | Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Karachi | Sindh |
| 96 | Institute of Business Administration, Karachi | Sindh |
| 97 | Sukkur Institute of Business Administration, Sukkur | Sindh |
| 98 | Shaheed Zulifqar Ali Bhutto University of Law, Karachi | Sindh |
- The applications of all potential candidates are reviewed by the Institutional Scholarship Award Committee (ISAC). The committee is headed by the Vice Chancellor of the participating institution, along with members from the institution as well as external members. This is done to ensure impartiality and transparency.
- The ISAC recommends potential candidates to the HEC Scholarship Management Committee (SMC). The committee includes top Executives of HEC, representatives from the participating institutions, and eminent scholars. The SMC undertakes a thorough review before approving eligible cases.
- After finalization of awardees' list, the participating institutions will forward the funds to the selected students.
Interested applicants can receive the Scholarship Application Form from the Financial Aid Office (FAO) at the participating University/Institution. The form can also be Downloaded Here.
The Scholarship Form will be submitted along with supporting documents to the same Financial Aid office (at university only) after completion. (HEC will not accept any application form directly)
Students need to secure admission to any one of the approved disciplines at the participating Universities/Institutions as per their admission criteria.
Please note that this scholarship program also considers partial scholarship for students already enrolled at the selected university/DAI.
Please note that under this scholarships scheme, the funds are not transferred directly to students by HEC. The payment is made to the students through participating universities/institutions.
What does the scholarship cover?
The Needs Based Scholarship program covers funds for the following expenses:
- Tuition Fee
- Stipend
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Are applicants enrolled in universities/institutions outside of Pakistan eligible for the scholarship?
The scholarship will only be offered to the applicants who are enrolled in selected participating public sector Pakistani universities. List is already available on HEC webpage:
https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/scholarshipsgrants/NBS/Pages/List-of-Eligible-DAIs.aspx
Does this scholarship provide any total or partial assistance to the students who are studying in other Pakistani universities outside of the HEC selected institutes?
This scholarship will not provide any assistance to students who are studying in institutions other than the HEC selected institutes.
What is the application process? Do I need to re-apply every year?
After being admitted to the selected university, you can apply directly for financial aid. The financial aid form will be made available with the Administration Office of the university. You can return it to the same office for submission. Once you are selected under this program, you will not need to apply every year.
https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/scholarshipsgrants/NBS/Pages/Downloads.aspx
What are the eligibility criteria for these scholarships?
Any financially constrained students enrolled in the selected university/DAI are eligible to apply. For further details, check the Eligibility Criteria page.
What kind of expenses will be covered in this scholarship program?
The scholarship covers the full tuition fee and monthly stipend (PKR 6000/month for 10 months).
Can I apply for admission to any of the participating universities for admission?
Yes, you can apply to any of the participating universities when they offer the admission.
How can I apply for university admission?
Please see the participating university schedule for the admission in the relevant programs.
How can I receive an application form?
The application form is available on the HEC website (downloads) and participating University web site/Financial Aid Office.
I have completed my matriculation. Can I apply for this scholarship?
No, these scholarships are only for the Undergraduate level.
I am studying in the third semester of the relevant course, am I eligible for this scholarship?
Yes, previously enrolled students can apply for this scholarship.
I am already availing financial assistance/scholarship from university/institute. Am I eligible for this scholarship?
No, the students already availing financial assistance/scholarships from universities/institutes are not eligible to apply.
Which are the selected participating universities?
You can see the details of selected participating universities on the official Website of the Higher Education Commission.
Is it possible to transfer the awarded scholarship from a selected university/institute to another one?
No. As per provision, it is not possible to transfer the scholarship from a selected university/institute to any other university/institute.
If we secure admission on self-finance in participating university then we are eligible for this scholarship?
No. Students who got admission on self-finance are not eligible for this scholarship.
Do the students who are studying in affiliated colleges of participating universities are eligible to apply for this scholarship?
No. This scholarship program does not cover affiliated colleges of participating universities.
Does HEC announce the starting and closing date of this scholarship program?
No. It is the responsibility of participating university to announce the start and end date.
Which are the supporting documents we need to attach with scholarship application form?
Following are the documents.
- Salary slip.
- Utility bills.
- Parent/guardian CNIC.
Will this scholarship pay previous dues to already enrolled students?
Ans: No; Funds will be provided from the date of "Award of scholarship" not from the date of enrollment into the university.
Contact US
Project Manager, Needs Based Scholarship Program,
Human Resource Development Division,
Higher Education Commission,
Sector H-8, Islamabad.
E-mail: hnbs@hec.gov.pk
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