🎓 How to Apply for a Scholarship in Pakistan

How to apply for scholarships in Pakistan — HEC, Ehsaas/BISP undergraduate, and provincial scholarships — eligibility, portal registration and documents.

Pakistani students can apply for several scholarships — HEC need- and merit-based programs, the Ehsaas / BISP undergraduate scholarship, and provincial and university schemes. Most now run through online portals where you register, fill the form and upload documents.

Read each scholarship's eligibility (income, marks, program) carefully and apply before the deadline. This guide covers the general process.

Step-by-step

  1. Find the right scholarship

    Check HEC, the Ehsaas undergraduate scholarship, and your province's / university's schemes. Note the eligibility (income limit, marks, program) and deadline.

  2. Register on the portal

    Create an account on the relevant scholarship portal (e.g. the HEC or Ehsaas scholarship site) with your CNIC/B-Form and email.

  3. Fill the application form

    Enter your personal, family income and academic details, and select your institution and program.

  4. Upload documents

    Upload your CNIC/B-Form, domicile, educational certificates/result cards, income proof and a photograph.

  5. Submit before the deadline

    Review and submit the application within the announced window; late applications are usually not accepted.

  6. Track and complete verification

    Track your application; you may be asked for an interview, a test, or document verification by your university's scholarship office.

ℹ️ This is a general guide. Requirements, fees and portals can change — always confirm on the official government website before you act.

Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for an HEC scholarship?

Register on the relevant HEC scholarship portal, fill the form, upload your documents and submit before the deadline. Eligibility depends on the specific program.

What is the Ehsaas undergraduate scholarship?

It is a need-based scholarship for undergraduate students from low-income families, covering tuition and a stipend, applied for through the official portal.

What documents do I need for a scholarship?

Usually your CNIC/B-Form, domicile, educational certificates/result cards, income proof and a photograph — check each scholarship's exact list.

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