Applications are now open for the Scotland Pakistan Scholarships for Young Women and Girls 2025, a fully funded initiative by the Scottish Government, administered by the British Council. This program supports Pakistani women pursuing higher education in fields such as Education, Sustainable Energy, Food Security and Agriculture, Health Sciences, STEM (master’s only), and Climate at any HEC-recognized university in Pakistan. It covers four-year bachelor’s degrees or two-year master’s/MPhil degrees. The scholarship is open to female Pakistani nationals residing in Pakistan, with a confirmed admission offer from an HEC-recognized university, particularly encouraging applications from women with disabilities, rural backgrounds, or minority groups. Check more BS, MS and PhD positions.
There is no application fee, and the deadline to apply is 31 August 2025. The scholarship fully funds tuition, university hostel costs (if applicable), and two annual round-trip travels for on-campus students.
Key Details
- Funding Body: Scottish Government, administered by British Council
- Eligible Levels: Four-year bachelor’s or two-year master’s/MPhil
- Fields of Study: Education, Sustainable Energy, Food Security and Agriculture, Health Sciences, STEM (master’s only), Climate
- Benefits: Full tuition, hostel costs (if applicable), two round-trip travels per year for hostel residents
- Eligibility: Female Pakistani nationals residing in Pakistan with confirmed admission to an HEC-recognized university; priority for women with disabilities, rural backgrounds, or minorities
- Application Fee: None
- IELTS/GRE: Not required
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Scholarship Overview
This scholarship supports:
- Undergraduate Studies: A four-year bachelor’s degree at any HEC-recognized university in Pakistan.
- Master’s Studies: A two-year master’s or MPhil degree at any HEC-recognized university in Pakistan.
Eligible Fields of Study
The scholarship covers degrees in the following areas:
- Education
- Sustainable Energy
- Food Security and Agriculture
- Health Sciences
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) – Master’s level only
- Climate
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Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full coverage of tuition fees for eligible courses.
- University hostel costs (if applicable).
- Travel expenses for two round trips per year between home and university for students staying in on-campus hostels.
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Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be female and a Pakistani national currently residing in Pakistan.
- Be pursuing a four-year bachelor’s degree or a two-year master’s/MPhil degree in the listed subject areas.
- Have a confirmed admission offer from an HEC-recognized university in Pakistan.
Note: Young women from rural areas, with disabilities, or from minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
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How to Apply
Visit the scholarship page, expand the section titled “Scotland Pakistan Scholarships for Young Women and Girls 2025-26,” and select the appropriate application form (bachelor’s or master’s/MPhil). Submit all required documents by 31 August 2025. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How can I apply for this scholarship?
Visit the scholarship page, expand the section titled “Scotland Pakistan Scholarships for Young Women and Girls 2025-26,” and select the appropriate application form (bachelor’s or master’s/MPhil). Submit all required documents by 31 August 2025. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
2. Is the GRE required?
No, the GRE is not required.
3. Is IELTS required?
No, IELTS is not required.
4. What programs fall under Health Sciences?
Examples include:
- Nutrition
- Public Health
- Biochemistry
5. What programs fall under Education?
Examples include:
- Master’s in Education
- Education Leadership
- TESOL
- TEFL
- MEd
6. What is STEM?
STEM includes Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Examples include:
- Biotechnology
- Biosciences/Applied Biosciences
- Environmental Engineering
- Aeronautical Engineering
- Mathematics
7. How can I track my application?
There is no application tracking system. After the 31 August 2025 deadline, candidates will be shortlisted by late September/early October, interviewed in October/November, and awards will be finalized by late November/early December (tentative).
8. When will a final decision be made?
Tentative timeline:
- Application deadline: 31 August 2025
- Shortlisting: End of September/early October
- Interviews: Mid-October to early November
- Awards announced: End of November to early December
9. Will all candidates be informed of the decision?
Only successful candidates will be notified. If you don’t hear back by early October, you likely weren’t shortlisted.
10. What are the scholarship timelines?
- Application deadline: 31 August 2025
- Shortlisting: Late September
- Interviews: Mid-October
- Awards disbursed: Late November to early December
11. What proof of employment is needed for parents/guardians in the informal sector?
Mention their employment (e.g., farmer) in the application, provide a rough estimate of monthly income, and submit contact details with a copy of CNIC/B Form for verification.
12. What supporting documents are required?
- Copy of CNIC/Form B (applicant and parent/guardian)
- Parent/guardian’s salary or pension slip, or proof of employment
- Most recent degree certificate or result sheet
- University admission confirmation letter
- Tuition fee schedule (and hostel fee schedule, if applicable)
- Disability certificate or medical proof (if applicable)
13. What subject areas are covered?
- Master’s/MPhil: Education, Sustainable Energy, Food Security and Agriculture, Health Sciences (excluding Medical Sciences), STEM, Climate Change
- Bachelor’s: Education, Sustainable Energy, Food Security and Agriculture, Health Sciences (excluding Medical Sciences), Climate Change
- Note: Social sciences (e.g., economics, business, psychology) are not covered.
14. What does the scholarship cover?
- Tuition fees for bachelor’s or master’s courses
- University hostel costs (if applicable)
- Two round-trip travels per year for on-campus hostel residents
15. What is an HEC-recognized university?
Public or private universities recognized and affiliated with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.
16. Is there an age limit?
No, there is no age limit for female applicants pursuing eligible degrees.
17. Can I use a previous admission letter?
Yes, if you are currently enrolled or have deferred admission to the next year. Otherwise, a new admission letter is required.
18. What if the university intake is after the scholarship deadline?
Apply by 31 August 2025 without an admission letter. Shortlisted candidates receive a conditional offer, confirmed only upon submission of a valid admission letter.
19. How are candidates shortlisted?
Based on academic merit and financial need. Applicants must:
- Be female Pakistani nationals residing in Pakistan
- Pursue a master’s (≤2 years) or bachelor’s (≤4 years)
- Have a confirmed offer from an HEC-recognized university
20. What level of education is covered?
Four-year bachelor’s and two-year master’s/MPhil degrees. PhD programs are not funded.
21. How do I secure an offer letter?
Apply to an HEC-recognized university for an eligible program and submit the admission letter as proof.
22. What is proof of admission?
A document confirming university admission, including department, program, start date, and degree commencement year.
23. Can I apply for international studies?
No, the scholarship is only for studies at HEC-recognized Pakistani universities.
24. Does the scholarship cover the full course?
It covers tuition for the current and future semesters, but not past semesters.
