The Scotland Pakistan Scholarships 2025-26 for Women & Girls – Apply Online Now program, funded by the Scottish Government and administered by the British Council, offers fully funded scholarships for Pakistani women to pursue Undergraduate (4-year Bachelor’s) and Postgraduate (2-year Master’s) degrees in HEC-recognized universities across Pakistan. The initiative aims to empower women by enhancing access to higher education, covering tuition fees, hostel expenses, and limited travel costs. Special encouragement is given to women from rural areas, minority groups, and those with disabilities to apply. Applications are open till 31st August 2025.
Scholarship Overview
| Details of Scholarships | Info |
| Organization | British Council (Funded by Scottish Government) |
| Program Name | Scotland Pakistan Scholarships 2025-26 for Women & Girls |
| Level of Study | 4-Year Bachelor’s & 2-Year Master’s Programs |
| Location | HEC-Recognized Universities across Pakistan |
| Eligibility | Pakistani Women & Girls only |
| Fields of Study | Education, Health Sciences, Sustainable Energy, STEM (Masters only), Food Security & Agriculture, Climate Change |
| Benefits | Tuition Fees, Hostel Costs (where applicable), Twice-yearly Travel from Home to University |
| Application Method | Online via British Council Official Website |
| Ad Posted Date | August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31st August 2025 |
Scholarship Positions (Programs Covered)
- 4-Year Undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree (Eligible Fields of Study)
- 2-Year Master’s Degree (Eligible Fields of Study)
Eligible Subjects
- Education
- Health Sciences
- Sustainable Energy
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) – Masters only
- Food Security & Agriculture
- Climate Change
Benefits of the Scotland Pakistan Scholarships 2025-26
- Full tuition fee coverage for eligible programs.
- University hostel expenses (where applicable).
- Travel costs: Twice per year from home to university and back.
Eligibility Criteria
- Only Pakistani women and girls can apply.
- Must be a Pakistani citizen currently residing in Pakistan.
- Must hold or have a confirmed admission/offer from an HEC-recognized university in one of the listed subjects.
- Women with disabilities, from rural areas, or minority backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
- Complete the online application form available at the British Council’s official website: Apply Here
- Alternatively, scan the provided QR Code to access the form directly.
- Submit the completed form before the deadline of 31st August 2025.
Terms & Conditions
- Applications submitted after the closing date will not be considered.
- The scholarship is applicable only for the listed subjects.
- Hostel and travel benefits apply only where applicable.
- The British Council manages the scheme and will directly coordinate with successful candidates and universities.
For queries, email: ps3@britishcouncil.org.pk
Toll-Free Helpline: 0800-22000