HEC Scholarships 2027 are the most important source of funding for Pakistani students. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC) runs need-based scholarships for undergraduates, the Benazir (formerly Ehsaas) Undergraduate Scholarship, indigenous PhD fellowships and many foreign scholarships (HEC nominates candidates for programs like Commonwealth and Stipendium Hungaricum).
This guide lists all major HEC scholarship programs, eligibility, how to apply on the HEC scholarship portal and the usual last dates.
List of HEC Scholarships 2027
| Scholarship | Level | Main benefit |
|---|---|---|
| HEC Need-Based Scholarship | BS / MS | Tuition fee + living support for needy students |
| Benazir Undergraduate Scholarship (ex-Ehsaas) | BS (public universities) | Full fee + Rs. 4,000/month stipend |
| Indigenous PhD Fellowship | PhD in Pakistan | Monthly stipend + research support |
| HEC Overseas Scholarships | MS/PhD abroad | Fully funded study in priority fields |
| Commonwealth Scholarship (HEC nomination) | Master’s/PhD in UK | Fully funded |
| Stipendium Hungaricum (HEC nomination) | BS/MS/PhD in Hungary | Fully funded |
| Other bilateral programs | Various | Announced on HEC website through the year |
1. HEC Need-Based Scholarship
The HEC need-based scholarship supports talented students from low-income families at participating public universities.
- Covers: tuition fee and a living allowance (as per HEC policy)
- Who: BS and MS students admitted on merit at participating universities
- How to apply: through your university’s financial aid office when the call is announced (usually after admissions each semester)
- Selection: household income, family assets and an interview by the university committee
2. Benazir Undergraduate Scholarship (formerly Ehsaas)
- Covers: 100% tuition plus registration, exam and library charges
- Stipend: Rs. 4,000 per month
- Income limit: family income up to Rs. 45,000 per month
- Quota: 50% for female students and 2% for students with disabilities
- Who: 4–5 year undergraduate students at public-sector universities
3. Indigenous PhD Fellowship
HEC funds PhD scholars at Pakistani universities with a monthly stipend and research support. Calls are announced on the HEC website, and applicants usually need to pass a test (such as HAT) and secure admission in an HEC-recognized PhD program.
4. HEC Foreign Scholarships
HEC announces fully funded overseas scholarships for MS/MPhil and PhD in priority fields, and nominates candidates for international programs such as:
- Commonwealth Scholarships (UK)
- Stipendium Hungaricum (Hungary)
- Bilateral programs with China, Romania, Turkey and other countries
General Eligibility
- Pakistani or AJK national
- Admission in an HEC-recognized institution (for local scholarships)
- Good academic record (minimum marks/CGPA as per each call)
- Income limits for need-based programs
- Age limits for foreign scholarships (usually 35 for MS and 40 for PhD)
Documents Usually Required
- CNIC / B-Form and parents’ CNICs
- Domicile certificate
- Matric, Intermediate and degree transcripts
- Income certificate / salary slip / income affidavit
- Utility bills
- Admission letter and fee challan
- Test result (HAT/GRE/IELTS) for PhD and foreign scholarships
How to Apply on the HEC Scholarship Portal
- Go to eportal.hec.gov.pk and create an account with your CNIC.
- Complete your profile (personal, education and contact details).
- Open Scholarships, select the program you want and click Apply.
- Upload documents and submit before the last date.
- For need-based and Benazir scholarships, also submit forms to your university’s financial aid office if required.
Tips
- Keep your HEC e-Portal profile complete and updated – most calls require it.
- Check your university’s financial aid office notice board every semester.
- Prepare income documents in advance; incomplete files are rejected.
- For foreign scholarships, write a strong statement of purpose.
FAQs
What is the HEC scholarship portal?
The official portal is eportal.hec.gov.pk, where you create a profile and apply for HEC programs.
Is the Ehsaas scholarship now called Benazir scholarship?
Yes. The HEC undergraduate scholarship formerly known as Ehsaas is now the Benazir Undergraduate Scholarship.
Can private university students get HEC scholarships?
Benazir and most need-based scholarships are for public-sector universities. Some programs include selected private universities – check each call.
What is the last date for HEC scholarships 2027?
Each program has its own deadline. Need-based calls are usually announced every semester by universities.
Related guides: Honhaar Scholarship 2027, Scholarships for Pakistani Students 2027, CSC Scholarship 2027 and GKS Scholarship 2027.
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