Commonwealth Scholarship Programme
Master's & PhD Scholarships
United KingdomScholarship at a Glance
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Study Level
Master's / PhD
Funding
UK Government Scholarship
Deadline
20 October 2026, 16:00 BST
Eligibility
Pakistani/AJK nationals meeting HEC and CSC requirements; HEC is the Pakistan nominating agency.
Application Route
Commonwealth Portal + HEC Portal
About This Scholarship
Commonwealth funding for eligible Pakistani/AJK applicants pursuing full-time Master's or PhD study in the UK for the 2027–28 academic year.
Funding Snapshot
A quick overview of the financial support available under this scholarship opportunity.
Tuition
Scholarship support according to the relevant CSC award
Living Support
Support according to the applicable award
Accommodation
According to the relevant scholarship terms
Travel Support
Support according to the applicable CSC award
Who Can Apply
Eligibility
Applicants must be Pakistani or AJK nationals meeting the applicable requirements.
Applicants must meet Commonwealth Scholarship Commission requirements.
Applicants must satisfy HEC eligibility and nomination requirements.
Applicants must meet the academic requirements of the selected UK programme.
Prepare Before Applying
Required Documents
Valid passport or CNIC
Academic certificates and transcripts
CV / Resume
Study programme information
Required references
Documents required by HEC and CSC
How to Apply
Follow these steps to prepare and submit your scholarship application through the appropriate route.
Check Eligibility
Review the Commonwealth and HEC eligibility requirements for the current call.
Prepare Documents
Prepare academic records, identification, CV and other required supporting documents.
Apply Through HEC
Complete the required Pakistan nomination process through the HEC portal.
Submit CSC Application
Complete the Commonwealth application route where required by the current call.
Official Source
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