Timeline
Four dates that shape your year
Applications open
Apr 1, 2026
Applications close
May 31, 2026
Results announced
Aug 15, 2026
Period begins
Sep 1, 2026
* For students from low-income families (< PKR 45,000/month).
02 — Eligibility
Who can apply
Ensure you qualify on core disciplines, citizenship status, and credential requirements.
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Pakistani citizen from a low-income family
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Enrolled in an undergraduate programme at a public-sector HEC-recognized university
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Family income below PKR 45,000 per month
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Minimum 60% marks or CGPA 2.0/4.0 in previous examination
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Not holding any other government scholarship
Who this is NOT for
- Short-term residency seekers: Candidates looking for conference or travel support rather than active degree enrollment.
- Remote learners: Students planning to attend online degree modules from Pakistan.
- U.S. Dual Citizens: Dual nationals holding U.S. citizenship (for U.S. study grants).
- Late planners: Those unable to commit 9–12 months of early preparation for visa and document assembly.
03 — Documents
Required credentials
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Ehsaas online application form (ehsaas.hec.gov.pk)
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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CNIC / B-Form
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Income certificate from authorized government officer
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Domicile certificate
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Academic transcripts
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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University enrollment proof
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Father/guardian CNIC
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Affidavit of not receiving other scholarship
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Bank account details
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
04 — The pipeline
Narrative steps, four acts
Most candidates underestimate how much prep work is done before the online form opens. Follow this structured chronological timeline to plan deliberately.
Visit ehsaas.hec.gov.pk and register
Follow the official playbook instructions to complete this step.
Complete the online application form
Follow the official playbook instructions to complete this step.
Upload all required financial...
Upload all required financial and academic documents
Submit to your university's...
Submit to your university's financial aid office for verification
University forwards verified applications...
University forwards verified applications to HEC
HEC conducts review and scoring
Follow the official playbook instructions to complete this step.
Approved students receive funds...
Approved students receive funds to bank accounts
Get the free application checklist (PDF)
A comprehensive, printable spreadsheet checklist mapping milestones, required essays, references, and deadline checks.
05 — Answered
Frequently asked questions
Can private university students apply?
No, only public-sector university students are eligible.
Is it renewable?
Yes, subject to maintaining minimum academic requirements and continued financial need.
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