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Post Doctoral Fellowship Program Phase-III – Higher Education Commission (HEC)
Pakistani students eligible

Post Doctoral Fellowship Program Phase-III

Higher Education Commission (HEC)

Degree: PhD, Postdoctoral Posted: 05 Oct 2026 Open until filled

About the Scholarship

The Post Doctoral Fellowship Program Phase-III offers 1000 fellowships for PhD and postdoctoral research in Pakistan. The program is managed by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and aims to support faculty members and researchers at various institutions.

At a glance

Detail Information
Provider Higher Education Commission (HEC)
Degree level PhD, Postdoctoral

Eligibility

  • Faculty members of public sector universities and institutes
  • Faculty members of private universities
  • Researchers from public sector R&D organizations recognized by Pakistan Council of Science and Technology

Required Documents

  • Research Proposal as per format
  • Valid Invitation/acceptance letter from top 200 QS world-ranked universities
  • Host supervisor CV
  • Updated/accurate self CV
  • Updated Profile on HEC online portal
  • NOC from relevant section(s) of HEC for previous scholarships
  • Attested Ph.D. Degree/Foreign Ph.D. degree & transcript
  • Equivalence Certificate for foreign Ph.D.
  • Duty Resumption Notification for Ph.D. completed during service
  • Experience Certificates for foreign Ph.D. holders
  • NOC from employer stating regular employment and leave availability

Application Process

  1. Prepare all required documents
  2. Ensure updated profile on HEC online portal
  3. Submit application on pdfp.hec.gov.pk during the application period

Official website: https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/scholarshipsgrants/postdoc/Pages/default.aspx

Important information

  • The application portal will open for a specific duration
  • The last date for submission will not be extended
  • Only applications submitted on the designated portal will be considered

Frequently Asked Questions

Who provides the Post Doctoral Fellowship Program? +

The program is provided by the Higher Education Commission (HEC).

How many fellowships are offered in this program? +

The program offers 1000 fellowships over a span of 5 years.

What is the eligibility for the fellowship? +

Eligibility includes faculty members from public and private universities and researchers from recognized public sector R&D organizations.

Where should applications be submitted? +

Applications must be submitted on pdfp.hec.gov.pk.

Will the application deadline be extended? +

No, the last date for submission will not be extended.

Updated 07 Oct 2026

Official source: www.hec.gov.pk

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