Scotland Government Scholarship 2026 for Pakistani Students - Fully Funded

Scotland Government Scholarship 2026 for Pakistani Students – Fully Funded

Applications are now open for the Scotland Government Scholarship 2026 , a fully funded opportunity for Pakistani female students pursuing undergraduate or master’s/MPhil degrees at HEC-recognized universities in Pakistan . Funded by the Scottish Government and administered by the British Council Pakistan , this program aims to empower women through access to quality education in high-impact fields.

This scholarship covers full tuition, hostel costs, and travel allowances for eligible students. For the first time, the program includes support for four-year bachelor’s degrees in addition to two-year master’s/MPhil programs . The initiative is designed to promote education in key development sectors and support women from underrepresented backgrounds.

Degree Levels

• Bachelor’s (4-year programs)
• Master’s/MPhil (2-year programs)

Selected scholars will receive:

• Full tuition fee coverage
• University hostel accommodation (where applicable)
• Travel allowance for two round trips annually between home and university (for hostel residents)

Eligible Fields of Study

For Bachelor’s Degree:

• Education
• Sustainable Energy
• Food Security and Agriculture
• Health Sciences

For Master’s/MPhil Degree:

• Education
• Sustainable Energy
• Food Security and Agriculture
• Health Sciences
• STEM Education

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Scotland Government Scholarship 2026, applicants must:

• Be female Pakistani nationals currently residing in Pakistan
• Be enrolled in or have an admission offer for a four-year bachelor’s or two-year master’s/MPhil program in one of the listed subject areas
• Be attending an HEC-recognized university in Pakistan
• Submit all required documentation
• Women with disabilities, from rural areas, or minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

• Completed application form
• Scanned copy of CNIC
• Academic transcripts