Faculty Development Programme (FDP) Overseas Scholarships 2026

About This Scholarship

The FDP Overseas Scholarships empower Pakistani university faculty members to pursue their PhD degrees at top-ranked international universities. Aimed at upgrading the academic and research standards of local higher education institutions, this fully funded program covers full tuition, a robust monthly living stipend (usually in USD/GBP/EUR), airfare, and health insurance. It is an exclusive opportunity for regular faculty members to gain global exposure and bring cutting-edge research methodologies back to their parent universities.

Scholarship Benefits & Coverage

• Full Tuition Fee: Paid directly to the foreign university (Subject to HEC caps per country).
• Monthly Living Allowance: Rate varies by country (e.g., approx. USD 1,600+ for USA, GBP 1,100+ for UK, EUR 1,200+ for Europe).
• Return Airfare: Economy class ticket (One-time for joining and return).
• Health Insurance: Standard coverage as per university/country requirement.
• Settlement Allowance: One-time payment upon arrival.
• Job Guarantee: Scholars are appointed as faculty members (Lecturer/Assistant Prof) in the sponsoring Pakistani university upon selection.

Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  Nationality: Pakistani / AJ&K National.
• 2
  Academic Qualification (for PhD): MS/MPhil (18 years) with Minimum 3.0/4.0 CGPA or 1st Division.
• 3
  Academic Qualification (for MS+PhD): Masters/BS (16 years) with Minimum 2.5/4.0 CGPA or 1st Division.
• 4
  Age Limit: Max 35 Years (for MS/MPhil leading to PhD) / Max 40 Years (for direct PhD).
• 5
  Academic Career: No 3rd Division allowed in the entire academic career.
• 6
  Bond: Must sign a surety bond to serve the sponsoring university for 5 Years (PhD) or 3 Years (MS) after return.

How to Apply – Step by Step

1. 1

   Monitor advertisements from Public Sector Universities (e.g., NUST, UET, PU, KU) titled 'Faculty Development Program' or 'Overseas Scholarship'.

2. 2

   Apply directly to the university's HR/Registrar office.

3. 3

   Pass the university's selection process (Test/Interview).

4. 4

   Once selected, the university recommends the candidate to HEC.

5. 5

   Secure admission in a Top-Ranked Foreign University (usually Top 300 QS).

6. 6

   Sign the service bond and proceed abroad.

Required Documents

• CNIC / Passport
• All Educational Transcripts & Degrees (Attested)
• HEC Aptitude Test (HAT) Score (if required by university)
• NOC from current employer (if already working)
• Admission Letter from Foreign University (at later stage)

Frequently Asked Questions