
HEC Call for Applications — Access to Scientific Instrumentation Programme (ASIP) 2026–27 for PhD Scholars
HEC Call for Applications · Karachi · Express,
Notice advertisement published in Express on Sunday, 13 September 2026, listed under Karachi, Pakistan. Issued by HEC Call for Applications.
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The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan invites applications under the Access to Scientific Instrumentation Programme (ASIP) for 2026–27 to provide financial support to PhD scholars enrolled in public-sector universities for access to advanced scientific and analytical facilities at public-sector universities, public-sector R&D organisations and approved service providers.
Key details and application instructions:
| Issuer | Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Programme | Access to Scientific Instrumentation Programme (ASIP) 2026–27 |
| Purpose | Financial support for sample analysis and access to advanced instrumentation for PhD research |
| Who may apply | Only PhD students enrolled in public-sector universities of Pakistan |
| Eligibility requirements | Applicants must have approved research synopsis/proposal by the competent forum (e.g., Ethical Review Board, Advanced Studies & Research Board, Directorate of Research). Applications for sample analysis must be submitted at least 12 weeks prior to the analysis. Applicants may apply only for tests that are not available in their own university/institute; if the test is available at the institute but the applicant is not using it, detailed justification is required. |
| Funding & limits | Maximum funding for sample analysis is Rs. 200,000 per year (financial year July 1–June 30). Multiple applications permitted but total disbursement must not exceed Rs. 200,000 or three disbursements in total during the PhD programme. Payments made by HEC directly to the service provider after satisfactory completion of analysis. |
| Approved test locations | Tests must be conducted at public-sector universities or public-sector R&D organisations (or approved service providers). |
| How to apply | Apply online via HEC online research portal. Application forms must be submitted through the online portal: https://research.hec.gov.pk |
| Further information & contacts | HEC ASIP webpage: www.hec.gov.pk/site/ASIP, Email: [email protected], Phone: 051-90401912, 051-90401954 |
| Application period / Deadline | Applications are accepted throughout the year via the online portal |
Applicants should ensure their research proposal has the required institutional approvals before applying and submit applications through the HEC research portal for processing and disbursement.
Published in Express on Sunday, 13 September 2026. DailyAds.pk indexes newspaper advertisements; the original notice and the issuing organisation remain the source for final terms and eligibility.










