HEC ASIP 2026-27 — Access to Scientific Instrumentation Programme for PhD Scholars (Pakistan)
HEC ASIP 2026-27 · Lahore · Express,
Admission advertisement published in Express on Sunday, 13 September 2026, listed under Lahore. Issued by HEC ASIP 2026-27.
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The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan invites applications for the Access to Scientific Instrumentation Programme (ASIP) 2026-27. The programme provides financial support to PhD scholars enrolled in public sector universities to access advanced scientific and analytical facilities at labs of public sector universities and R&D organisations across Pakistan.
| Issuer | Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Programme | Access to Scientific Instrumentation Programme (ASIP) 2026-27 |
| Eligible applicants | Only PhD students enrolled in public sector universities of Pakistan |
| Purpose | Financial support for sample analysis and access to advanced instrumentation not available at applicant's own institute |
| Maximum funding | Up to Rs. 200,000 per applicant per year (July 1 to June 30). Total disbursement must not exceed Rs. 200,000/year or three disbursements in total during the PhD programme. |
| Where tests must be conducted | Public sector universities or public sector R&D organisations |
| How to apply | Submit application form online via the HEC research portal: https://research.hec.gov.pk |
| Further information / contact | HEC website ASIP page; Email: [email protected]; Tel: 051-90401912, 051-90401954 |
Key eligibility and requirements:
- Applicant's research synopsis/proposal must be approved by the competent university forum (e.g., Ethical Review Board, Advanced Studies & Research Board, Directorate of Research, etc.).
- Applications must be submitted at least twelve (12) weeks prior to sample analysis.
- Applicants may only apply for tests that are not available at their own university/institute; if similar equipment exists at the home institute but is not used, a detailed justification must be provided.
- Payments are made by HEC directly to the service provider after satisfactory completion of analysis.
Applications are accepted throughout the year via the online portal.
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.