HEC Commonwealth Scholarship 2025-26 for Masters & PhD in UK – Apply Now
🌍 The Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan has officially announced the Commonwealth Scholarship Programme 2025-26 for Masters and PhD studies in the United Kingdom (UK). 🇬🇧 This golden opportunity is designed for talented students from Pakistan and AJ&K who want to pursue higher education abroad.
These scholarships are fully funded by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC), UK, in collaboration with HEC Pakistan.
👉 Last Date to Apply: October 14, 2025
👉 Official Application Portal: Click Here to Apply
📢 About the HEC Commonwealth Scholarship 2025-26
The Commonwealth Scholarships 2025 aim to support academically brilliant students from developing countries. Under this program, Pakistani and AJ&K nationals can apply for Master’s (16 years of education required) and PhD (18 years of education required) programs in top universities in the UK.
This is a life-changing chance to study at prestigious institutions with all expenses covered.
✅ Eligibility Criteria for HEC Commonwealth Scholarships
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a Pakistani or AJ&K national
- For Master’s Degree: Minimum 16 years of education
- For PhD Degree: Minimum 18 years of education
- Must have an excellent academic record
- Must not already be enrolled in a CSC-funded UK program
- English proficiency preferred (IELTS/TOEFL may be required by UK universities)
📝 Step-by-Step Application Process
To successfully apply, candidates must complete two separate applications:
🔹 Step 1: Apply on Commonwealth (CSC) Portal
Visit the official CSC Application Portal.Select your program:
- 👉 Apply for Master’s Scholarship
- 👉 Apply for PhD Scholarship
Submit before the deadline.
🔹 Step 2: Apply on HEC Portal
- Visit HEC Scholarship Portal: https://scholarship.hec.gov.pk
- Register/Login to your account.
- Update your email & contact information.
- Select “Learning Opportunities Abroad”.
- Complete the application form and submit.
- Save/print a copy of your application for records.
⚠️ Important Notes
- Both applications (HEC + CSC) must be submitted.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- No hard copies required (unless HEC requests).
- 45% quota reserved for female applicants.
- HEC only facilitates nominations; final selection is made by CSC UK.
- Any false information will result in disqualification.
📅 Key Dates for HEC Commonwealth Scholarship 2025-26
- Applications Open: September 2, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: October 14, 2025
📞 Contact Information
- HEC Helpline: 051-111-119-432 / 0334-119432
- Queries: onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk
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📢 Conclusion
The HEC Commonwealth Scholarships 2025-26 provide Pakistani students with an incredible opportunity to study in the UK for free. 🌍 If you dream of pursuing a Master’s or PhD at a top UK university, don’t miss this chance. Apply before October 14, 2025 to secure your future.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the HEC Commonwealth Scholarship 2025-26?
It is a fully funded scholarship program by CSC UK, managed in collaboration with HEC Pakistan for Masters and PhD studies.
Q2: Who can apply?
Pakistani and AJ&K nationals with 16 years of education (Masters) or 18 years of education (PhD).
Q3: What is the last date to apply?
The deadline to apply is October 14, 2025.
Q4: Do I need to apply on both portals?
Yes, applications must be submitted on both CSC and HEC portals.
Q5: Is there any application fee?
No, there is no fee for applying.
Q6: What documents are required?
Academic transcripts, CNIC, recommendation letters, research proposal (for PhD), and other supporting documents as per HEC guidelines.
Q7: Is English proficiency required?
Yes, applicants must meet the language requirements of UK universities.
Q8: Can females apply?
Yes, with minimum 45% nominations reserved for women.
Q9: Will HEC provide financial support?
No, HEC only facilitates nominations. Funding is provided by CSC UK.
Q10: Where can I apply?
- HEC Portal: https://scholarship.hec.gov.pk
- CSC Portal: Available on the official Commonwealth website.