The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has officially invited applications from Pakistani and AJK nationals for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme 2026–27, a prestigious international scholarship launched by the Government of Hungary. This fully funded programme offers opportunities for Bachelor's, One-Tier Master's, Master's, and PhD studies in leading Hungarian universities.
The scholarship is administered jointly by HEC Pakistan and the Tempus Public Foundation, Hungary.
This initiative enables talented Pakistani students to pursue world-class education abroad, gain global exposure, and contribute to national development upon return.
⭐ Available Academic Levels
Students can apply for the following Hungarian study programs:
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Bachelor’s Degree
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One-Tier Master’s Degree
(fields like Medicine, Dentistry, Law, etc.) -
Master’s Degree
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PhD / Doctoral Studies
Applicants can explore study fields approved by HEC at:
👉 www.hec.gov.pk/site/ARL
📌 Application Requirements & Process
Applicants must carefully follow all instructions before applying. Incomplete or incorrectly submitted applications will be rejected.
1. Read Instructions Carefully
Before starting the application, candidates must visit the HEC link:
👉 www.hec.gov.pk/site/ARL
All instructions, FAQs, and details must be understood clearly.
2. Mandatory Submission on TWO Portals
Applicants must submit online applications on both portals:
🔹 a. Hungarian Portal
👉 Apply at: https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu/apply/
🔹 b. HEC Scholarship Portal
👉 Apply at: https://scholarship.hec.gov.pk
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Register & complete your profile
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Select “Hungarian Scholarship Program”
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Submit the form
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Save a copy of your submitted application
Note:
Failure to apply on both portals will result in automatic rejection.
3. Application Notes
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Hard copies are not required at this stage.
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Keep printed copies and digital records of both forms.
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Only applications marked as SUBMITTED will be considered.
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Once submitted, applications cannot be edited.
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Meeting eligibility does not guarantee nomination.
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HEC’s nomination decision will be final.
For help, contact HEC via:
👉 https://onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk
📅 Deadline
The last date to apply on the HEC portal is:
🗓 January 15, 2026 — 4:00 PM (Pakistan Standard Time)
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
📚 HEC Aptitude Test Requirement
The Education Testing Council (ETC) will tentatively conduct:
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HAT — For MS/MPhil & PhD
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USAT — For Undergraduate Studies
These tests are expected in January or February 2026.
For updates:
👉 https://etc.hec.gov.pk
⚠ Important Note for Professional Degrees
Students applying in fields such as:
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Medicine / Dentistry
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Engineering
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Nursing
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Architecture & Town Planning
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Law
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Veterinary Medicine
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Technology
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Pharmacy
…must ensure that their selected foreign degree programme is accredited by the respective Pakistani bodies:
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PMDC
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PEC
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PNC
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PCATP
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PBC
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PVMC
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PCP
Failure to check accreditation may result in degree non-recognition in Pakistan.
🏛 Contact Information
Project Management Unit
Academic & Research Linkages (ARL) – HEC
Sector H-9, Islamabad
📞 HEC Helpline:
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UAN: 051-111-119-432
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Mobile: 0334-1119432
🌐 Support: https://onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk
🌐 Website: www.hec.gov.pk