US-Pak Knowledge Corridor PhD Scholarship Program 2026 – Apply Online
US-Pak Knowledge Corridor PhD Scholarship Program &
GRE Training 2026: Complete Guide
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has
announced two major opportunities under the US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor
initiative. This project aims to send outstanding Pakistani and AJK nationals
to top-ranked United States universities to pursue higher education and shape
national progress.
Applications are officially open for both Fall 2026 PhD
Admissions and Comprehensive GRE Training Classes. Below is the
complete breakdown of eligibility criteria, funding categories, deadlines, and
application links.
Opportunity 1: Comprehensive GRE Training Program
To help students secure admissions into top US institutes,
HEC is offering specialized, comprehensive GRE training sessions.
- Training
Locations: Islamabad, Karachi, Quetta, and Lahore.
- Who
Can Apply: Prospective students and non-PhD faculty members aspiring
to secure a PhD scholarship under this HEC initiative.
- Special
Perquisite: Trainees who secure a GRE General score of 300 and
above will have their official ETS exam fee fully reimbursed by HEC!
GRE Training Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality:
Pakistani or AJK nationals.
- Education:
Minimum 4 years Bachelor's degree (B.S / B.Sc / B.E—16 years of formal
education).
- Academic
Record: Strictly no 2nd or 3rd Division across the entire
academic career.
- Age
Limit: Maximum 40 years for regular government employees and
public sector faculty; 35 years for all other applicants.
- Training
Fee: Shortlisted candidates only pay a concessional fee of Rs.
5,000/-. The remaining cost of the training is heavily subsidized and
covered by HEC.
How to Apply for GRE Training
Applications must be submitted via the dedicated Google Form
before June 20, 2026. No deposit fee is required at this initial stage. 👉
Apply for GRE Training: https://forms.gle/8D6eHRuwRN37zh1J6
Opportunity 2: PhD Scholarships for Fall 2026 Intake
HEC is inviting formal applications for direct PhD
scholarships in top 100 QS World Ranked US Universities for the Fall 2026
session. Note that this is directly for PhD tracks and does not include
an MS leading to PhD path.
Scholarship Categories & Financial Benefits
1. Category I – Top 50 QS World Ranked US Universities
(Overall)
- Financial
Coverage: Full tuition fee coverage as per actual university invoice,
along with a monthly living stipend and health insurance.
- Requirements:
Secured admission in a top 50 QS ranked US institute, alongside a valid
GRE General score (Minimum 300 total) OR an HEC HAT Score (Minimum 60%).
2. Category II – 51–100 QS World Ranked US Universities
(Overall)
- Financial
Coverage: Tuition fee support up to a maximum of USD 12,000/- per
annum, alongside a monthly living stipend and health insurance coverage.
- Requirements:
Secured admission in a top 51–100 QS ranked US institute, alongside a
valid GRE General score (Minimum 300 total) OR an HEC HAT Score (Minimum
60%).
General Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality:
Pakistani or AJK nationals.
- Academic
Standing: Minimum 4 years bachelor's degree (16 years of formal
education) with no 2nd or 3rd Division anywhere in your academic
timeline.
- Age
Limit (on closing date): Maximum 40 years for regular
government employees, public sector university faculty members, and
researchers of approved R&D organizations. Maximum 35 years for
all other applicants.
- Exclusivity:
Candidates must not be availing of any other active scholarship programs.
How to Apply for the PhD Scholarship
Eligible profiles must submit their scholarship portfolio
online via the HEC web portal. The final deadline for online application
submission on the portal is April 30, 2026. 👉
Apply for Scholarship: https://scholarship.hec.gov.pk/
News & Official Sources
- Official
Program Portal: www.hec.gov.pk/site/US-PAK-KC
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