The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has announced the launch of the Allama Muhammad Iqbal Scholarship Scheme for Sri Lankan students, offering both fully and partially funded opportunities to pursue undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral studies at top‑ranked Pakistani universities.

The initiative aims to strengthen academic ties and cultural exchange between Sri Lanka and Pakistan. Selected candidates will gain exposure to Pakistani society and values, while sharing their own culture with peers and community groups.

Scholarships are available across disciplines including engineering, natural sciences, social sciences, arts, humanities, architecture, fine arts, business, IT, agriculture, and media studies. 

Fully funded awards cover tuition, living allowances, hostel charges, and book costs, while partially funded scholarships cover tuition fees only.

Eligibility requires strong academic performance: at least 65% marks for medicine and engineering programs, and 60% marks for master’s and doctoral studies. Age limits apply: 23 years for undergraduates, 35 for postgraduates, and 40 for faculty members.

Applicants must submit online applications via HEC’s portal by June 25, 2026. All candidates will sit for an aptitude test conducted by HEC in collaboration with the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo and the Government of Sri Lanka.

The program mandates that graduates return to Sri Lanka to contribute to national development after completing their studies in Pakistan.

For inquiries, contact Project Director Jehanzeb Khan at info.paksl@hec.gov.pk.