The main fully funded scholarships for Pakistani students in the 2026–27 and 2027 cycles are Chevening and Commonwealth (UK), Fulbright (USA), DAAD EPOS (Germany), Erasmus Mundus (Europe), Türkiye Burslari, the Chinese Government Scholarship, Stipendium Hungaricum, MEXT (Japan), GKS (Korea) and Australia Awards. Commonwealth Master’s closed on 20 October 2026, while many Erasmus Mundus and DAAD EPOS courses are open for 2027 entry. The government-to-government schemes (China, Hungary, Türkiye) open between November and January.
Last checked: 20 October 2026. Sources are linked in the text.
Fully funded scholarships for Pakistani students: 2026–27 table
Every row below was checked on the scholarship’s official page. “Window” is the latest cycle we could confirm. Where a cycle has closed, the next one usually follows the same months, but wait for the official notice before planning around it.
| Scholarship | Country | Level | What is covered | IELTS needed? | Window (latest confirmed) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevening | UK | One-year master’s | Tuition, return economy flight, monthly stipend, visa cost, arrival and departure allowances | Set by your three chosen universities | 2027–28 closed in October 2026; next round opens August 2027 |
| Commonwealth Master’s | UK | Master’s | Tuition, airfare, £1,712 per month (£2,000 in London), study travel grant | No, CSC does not require IELTS | CSC deadline was 16:00 BST, 20 October 2026; nominators close earlier |
| Fulbright (USEFP) | USA | Master’s, PhD | Tuition, textbooks, airfare, living stipend, health insurance | GRE required; TOEFL for selected candidates | Last deadline 1 April 2026 (closed) |
| DAAD EPOS | Germany | Master’s, some PhD | €992 per month (graduates), €1,300 (doctoral), insurance, travel allowance | Set by each course | Course-specific deadlines for 2027–28 |
| Erasmus Mundus | EU (2+ countries) | Master’s | Participation costs, contribution to travel, visa and living costs | Set by each consortium | Mostly October to January for the following year |
| Türkiye Burslari | Türkiye | Bachelor’s, master’s, PhD | Tuition, 6,500 / 9,500 / 13,000 TL per month, housing, insurance, flight, 1-year Turkish course | Only if your programme asks for it | 10 January to 20 February each year |
| Chinese Government (CSC) via HEC | China | Bachelor’s, master’s, PhD | Tuition, housing, CNY 2,500 / 3,000 / 3,500 per month, insurance | English-taught: IELTS/TOEFL listed in documents; Chinese-taught: HSK | 2026–27 HEC deadline was 5 January 2026 (75 seats) |
| Stipendium Hungaricum | Hungary | Bachelor’s, master’s, PhD | Tuition, accommodation support, monthly stipend (paid by university) | Set by university | 2026–27 deadline was 15 January 2026 (400 HEC seats) |
| MEXT Research | Japan | Master’s, PhD | See MEXT guidelines | Embassy test and interview | 2027 round closed 26 May 2026 |
| Global Korea Scholarship | South Korea | Bachelor’s, master’s, PhD | Airfare, Korean language year, tuition, monthly allowance | Not required at entry; English or TOPIK scores help | 2027 GKS-U guidelines posted 9 September 2026 |
| Australia Awards Pakistan | Australia | Master’s | Full scholarship (see programme page) | Check programme rules | Closed; reopens early 2027 |
“Window” here means the deadline set by the scholarship body. For HEC-routed schemes (China Type A, Hungary) you must also apply on the HEC scholarship portal before the HEC deadline.
What “fully funded” really means
None of these pays every rupee. Fully funded usually means tuition plus a monthly stipend, often with housing, insurance and one return flight. Costs you still carry from Pakistan include passport fees, HEC and IBCC attestation, English tests, courier charges and the first few weeks of expenses before the first stipend arrives.
Get your degree attested early. Most of these schemes ask for HEC-attested degrees and transcripts, and attestation queues can take weeks. Our HEC degree verification guide explains the process.
Fully funded scholarships for Pakistani students (undergraduate)
Bachelor’s options are fewer than master’s. The ones Pakistani FSc and A-level students can realistically target are:
- Türkiye Burslari: under 21, at least 70% (90% for medicine, dentistry and pharmacy). Read our Türkiye Burslari guide for Pakistani students.
- Chinese Government Scholarship: under 25, USAT score of at least 50 for the HEC route, and the new CSCA test is now mandatory for bachelor’s applicants. See our CSC guide for Pakistani students.
- Stipendium Hungaricum: HEC listed 200 bachelor’s seats and 70 one-tier master’s seats (including 20 for medicine) for 2026–27.
- GKS Korea undergraduate: under 25, 80% cumulative marks or top 20% of class, according to Study in Korea.
Fully funded scholarships for Pakistani students without IELTS
“Without IELTS” rarely means “without proof of English”. It means the scholarship body itself does not demand a test, and the university may accept something else, such as a Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter from your Pakistani university stating that your degree was taught in English.
- Commonwealth Master’s (UK): the CSC states it “does not require any candidates to take an IELTS test”. Your UK university still decides whether to accept your English proof.
- Türkiye Burslari: TOEFL or similar is only needed “if required by the chosen university or program”. The scholarship includes a one-year Turkish course for programmes taught in Turkish.
- Chinese Government Scholarship: Chinese-taught programmes need HSK instead (HSK 4 for master’s and PhD). English-taught programmes list IELTS or TOEFL among the documents, and rules on alternatives vary by university, so check each university’s admissions page.
- Stipendium Hungaricum and Erasmus Mundus: each university or consortium sets its own rule. Some accept MOI letters, many do not.
- GKS Korea: no test is required at entry, but scores improve your ranking.
An MOI letter should be on university letterhead, signed by the registrar or controller of examinations, and name your degree, years of study and that the medium was English. Ask the university’s admissions office before relying on one.
How to apply: a step order that works
- Pick three or four schemes whose age limit and level fit you. Age limits are strict.
- Get HEC attestation of degrees and transcripts, and a passport valid for at least two years.
- Sit HAT or USAT if you want HEC-routed schemes (China, Hungary). HEC asks for a minimum score of 50.
- Draft a statement of purpose and a study plan for each scheme. AI tools can help you edit, not write; see how Pakistani students use ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude.
- Request two recommendation letters at least a month before the deadline.
- Submit on the scheme portal and the HEC portal where both are required. Missing one disqualifies you.
Common mistakes
- Applying on the CSC portal but not the HEC portal (or the reverse) for Type A.
- Missing the nominator deadline for Commonwealth, which is earlier than the CSC UK deadline.
- Using one generic statement for every country.
- Paying “consultants” for scholarships that charge no application fee. Türkiye Burslari, for example, is free to apply.
Other scholarships for Pakistani students to watch
HEC runs its own Overseas Scholarships for MS/MPhil and PhD at QS or THE top-200 universities. Pakistan Times reported a Phase III, Batch IV call with a 28 August 2026 deadline, selection through HAT and interview (Pakistan Times). Confirm the next batch on hec.gov.pk.
Frequently asked questions
Which fully funded scholarships are open for Pakistani students right now?
As of late October 2026, many Erasmus Mundus and DAAD EPOS courses accept applications for 2027. Commonwealth Master’s closed on 20 October. The China (HEC Type A), Hungary and Türkiye rounds open between November and January.
Can Pakistani students get a fully funded scholarship without IELTS?
Yes. Commonwealth and Türkiye Burslari do not demand IELTS themselves, and some Chinese, Hungarian and Erasmus programmes accept an English-medium (MOI) letter. The university’s rule decides.
Are there fully funded undergraduate scholarships for Pakistani students?
Yes: Türkiye Burslari, the Chinese Government Scholarship, Stipendium Hungaricum and GKS Korea all fund bachelor’s degrees.
Is Chevening open for 2027?
No. Applications for 2027–28 closed in October 2026. Chevening’s timeline shows interviews in March to April 2027 and the next round opening in August.
Do I need HEC attestation for foreign scholarships?
Most schemes routed through HEC require it, and many universities ask for attested documents. Start early.
How much is the Chinese Government Scholarship stipend?
CNY 2,500 a month for bachelor’s, 3,000 for master’s and 3,500 for PhD, plus tuition, housing and insurance.
Sources
- Chevening application timeline
- Chevening: what the scholarship covers
- Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships
- USEFP Fulbright Degree Program
- DAAD scholarships
- Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
- Erasmus Mundus catalogue
- Türkiye Burslari full-time programmes
- HEC Chinese Government Scholarship 2026–27
- HEC Stipendium Hungaricum 2026–27
- Embassy of Japan in Pakistan: MEXT 2027
- Study in Korea: GKS
- Australia Awards Pakistan
