Looking to study in Pakistan or abroad for FREE? HEC, Pakistan’s education boss, has scholarships for EVERYONE!. Aspiring undergraduate students, rejoice! The Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan’s esteemed authority for academic excellence, presents a plethora of scholarship opportunities for the year 2024. Whether you are a high-achieving individual brimming with academic potential, or a student facing financial constraints, HEC Scholarships 2024 empowers your educational journey with tailored scholarship programs.
HEC Scholarships 2024:
- Benazir Undergraduate Scholarship Project (BUSP): This scholarship is for academically deserving undergraduate students from low-income families.
- HEC Need Based Scholarships: This program provides financial assistance to needy students enrolled in undergraduate programs at public universities.
- 75 Celebration of Independence Day of Pakistan Scholarship Program: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate students based on merit.
- Coastal Region Higher Education Scholarship Program for Balochistan: This scholarship program supports students from Balochistan pursuing undergraduate studies in coastal areas.
- Higher Education Opportunities for the students of Balochistan & FATA: This program offers scholarships to students from underprivileged areas of Balochistan and FATA.
Benazir Undergraduate Scholarship Project (BUSP):
Eligibility:
- Pakistani students enrolled in undergraduate programs at HEC-recognized public universities.
- Annual family income below PKR 500,000.
- Minimum GPA of 3.00 in Matric and Intermediate examinations.
Application Process:
- Online application through HEC’s scholarship portal.
- Required documents: Matric and Intermediate mark sheets, income certificate, family affidavit, CNIC copies of parents and applicant.
Selection Criteria:
- Financial need (60%).
- Academic merit (40%).
HEC Need Based Scholarships:
Eligibility:
- Pakistani students enrolled in undergraduate programs at public universities.
- Annual family income below PKR 500,000.
- Minimum GPA of 2.50 in Matric and Intermediate examinations.
Application Process:
- Online application through HEC’s scholarship portal.
- Required documents: Matric and Intermediate mark sheets, income certificate, family affidavit, CNIC copies of parents and applicant.
Selection Criteria:
- Financial need (70%).
- Academic merit (30%).
75 Celebration of Independence Day of Pakistan Scholarship Program:
Eligibility:
- Pakistani students enrolled in undergraduate programs at HEC-recognized universities.
- Minimum GPA of 3.50 in Matric and Intermediate examinations.
- Additional merit points for extra-curricular activities, leadership positions, and participation in national/international competitions.
Application Process:
- Online application through HEC’s scholarship portal.
- Required documents: Matric and Intermediate mark sheets, extra-curricular activity certificates, CNIC copy.
Selection Criteria:
- Academic merit (100%).
Coastal Region Higher Education Scholarship Program for Balochistan:
Eligibility:
- Domicile of Balochistan.
- Enrolled in undergraduate programs at public or private universities in coastal areas of Balochistan.
- Minimum GPA of 2.50 in Matric and Intermediate examinations.
Application Process:
- Online application through HEC’s scholarship portal.
- Required documents: Matric and Intermediate mark sheets, domicile certificate, university admission letter, CNIC copy.
Selection Criteria:
- Merit (70%).
- Domicile of Balochistan (30%).
Higher Education Opportunities for the students of Balochistan & FATA:
Eligibility:
- Domicile of Balochistan or erstwhile FATA.
- Enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programs at HEC-recognized universities.
- Minimum GPA of 2.50 for undergraduate and 3.00 for postgraduate programs in Matric and Intermediate/Bachelor’s examinations.
Application Process:
- Online application through HEC’s scholarship portal.
- Required documents: Matric, Intermediate, and Bachelor’s mark sheets (for postgraduate), domicile certificate, university admission letter, CNIC copy.
Selection Criteria:
- Merit (50%).
- Domicile of Balochistan or erstwhile FATA (50%).