HEC Need-Based Scholarships
Higher Education Commission (HEC)
Need-based scholarship support for financially disadvantaged students at participating public-sector universities and institutions. Applications are handled through the Financial Aid Office of the participating university/institution, not submitted directly to HEC.
Eligibility
- Applicants should be financially disadvantaged students at participating public-sector universities/institutions.
- Students need to secure admission in an approved discipline at a participating university/institution.
- Students who are already enrolled may also apply, according to the referenced HEC guidance.
Required documents
No verified document list is available yet.
How to apply
- 1Obtain the scholarship application form from the participating university/institution Financial Aid Office, or use the official downloadable form where provided.
- 2Complete the form and submit it with the required supporting documents to the same Financial Aid Office.
- 3Do not submit the application directly to HEC; the participating institution handles it.
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