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HEC Overseas Scholarships 2026 (OSS Phase-III) for MS/MPhil & PhD — Apply by 2026-08-28
HEC Overseas Scholarships 2026 (OSS Phase-III) for MS/MPhil & PhD · Islamabad · Express,
Admission advertisement published in Express on Sunday, 9 August 2026, listed under Islamabad, Pakistan. Issued by HEC Overseas Scholarships 2026 (OSS Phase-III) for MS/MPhil & PhD. The last date printed on the advertisement was Friday, 28 August 2026 and has passed.
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Issuer: Higher Education Commission (HEC), Islamabad. HEC invites applications from outstanding Pakistani / AJK nationals for Overseas Scholarships (Phase-III) for MS/MPhil and PhD studies at Top 200 QS/THE ranked universities.
Thematic priority areas include: Digital Transformation & Emerging Technologies; Energy, Climate Change & Environment; Agriculture, Food Security & Agri-Tech; Health, Biotechnology & Life Sciences; Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing; Natural & Physical Sciences; Social Sciences, Business & Governance; Interdisciplinary & Strategic Areas.
| Program | Key Eligibility & Notes |
|---|---|
| PhD Scholarships |
- Applicant must be a Pakistani / AJK national. - Minimum 18 years of education (MS/MPhil or equivalent). Candidates with 17-year foreign degrees may apply subject to equivalence from the relevant authority. - Maximum of one second division (or equivalent) prior to terminal degree is permissible. - Minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0 in MS/MPhil or first division in annual system. - Employees of public sector universities/colleges/R&D/government/semi-government must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC). - Maximum age: 40 years for public sector employees; 35 years for others. |
| MS / MPhil Scholarships |
- Applicant must be a Pakistani / AJK national. - Candidates must hold BS/BE/Masters or equivalent (16 years of education) in a relevant field with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0 in semester system or first division in annual system. - Maximum of one second division (or equivalent) prior to terminal degree is permissible. - Employees of public sector universities/colleges/R&D/government/semi-government must submit a NOC. - Maximum age: 35 years for public sector employees; 30 years for others. |
Selection and tests:
- Selection on merit based on HEC Aptitude Test (HAT) scores and interview, subject to provincial quotas and other HEC conditions.
- HEC Aptitude Test (HAT) is conducted by the Education Testing Council (ETC) under HEC. Valid past HAT scores where applicable will be considered; applicants should check HEC for HAT updates and requirements.
Application process:
- Apply online via the HEC e-Services Portal: https://eservices.hec.gov.pk
- Application processing fee: Rs. 3,000 (to be deposited through 1LINK payment services).
- Candidates must opt for foreign universities (Top 200 QS/THE world rankings) and meet host university admission requirements (e.g., IELTS/TOEFL where required).
Important contacts & links:
- Application deadline: 2026-08-28 (28 August 2026) — 1600 hours.
- Project Director: Saima Naurin, Higher Education Commission, Sector H-9, Islamabad.
- Helpline: 051-111-119-432 or 0334-111-9432. Online help: https://onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk
- Further details & full instructions: https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/scholarshipgrants/OSSPhase-III
Note: Applicants should review full eligibility criteria, required documentation (including NOC where applicable), and HAT requirements on the HEC website before submitting applications.
Published in Express on Sunday, 9 August 2026. DailyAds.pk indexes newspaper advertisements; the original notice and the issuing organisation remain the source for final terms and eligibility.
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