HEC Pakistan funds direct PhD study at top-100 QS-ranked US universities. Two intakes: Spring/Summer 2027 closes 30 October 2026 and Fall 2027 closes 30 March 2027. Category I (top 50): full tuition plus $19,200 annual stipend and $2,000 health insurance; Category II (51-100): tuition support up to $12,000 per year with the same stipend and insurance. Applicants must be citizens of Pakistan or AJK, hold 16 years of education with no second/third division, score GRE 300+ or HAT 60%+, hold direct PhD admission, and be max 35 years old (40 for government employees, public university faculty and approved R&D researchers).
The last date to apply is 30 Mar 2027. Apply a few days early — portals slow down near the deadline.
This role is based in USA. Check visa and work-permit rules on the official page for your situation.
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Source: HEC Updates (aggregator) — we link to the original official page where available.
Source: HEC Updates (aggregator)
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