Law Graduates Scholarship Program for Balochistan for Study Abroad 2026
Higher Education Commission (HEC)
About This Scholarship
The Law Graduates Scholarship Program for Balochistan is a targeted initiative to elevate the legal profession in the province. It provides fully funded opportunities for outstanding law graduates from Balochistan to pursue LLM or PhD degrees at top international law schools. Covering international tuition, travel, and a competitive living stipend, this program aims to build a cadre of highly qualified legal experts, judges, and academics who will strengthen the justice system and legal education within Balochistan.
Scholarship Benefits & Coverage
- PKR 2,000 to PKR 4,000 monthly stipend for Intermediate students to cover books and living costs
- PKR 4,000 to PKR 6,000 monthly living allowance for Graduation and 4-year BS degree students
- PKR 5,000 to PKR 8,000 monthly stipend for Master’s, MS, and MPhil scholars
- Full tuition fee coverage for selected Out of Province and Fully Funded scholarship schemes
- Continuous financial grant disbursed throughout the remaining regular duration of the degree
Eligibility Criteria
- 1Domicile: Must possess Domicile/Local Certificate of Balochistan Province.
- 2Age Limit (LLM): Maximum 30 years on closing date.
- 3Age Limit (PhD): Maximum 35 years on closing date.
- 4Academic Requirement: LLB/LLM degree from HEC recognized university with minimum 50% marks.
- 5Admission: Must secure admission in a top 500 QS-ranked university (Foreign).
- 6Test Score: Must secure min 50% marks in the HEC Aptitude Test.
- 7Special Quota: 15-20% scholarships reserved for children of martyrs/severely injured victims of the 8th Aug 2016 Quetta blast.
How to Apply – Step by Step
- 1
Register on the HEC Scholarship Portal (scholarship.hec.gov.pk).
- 2
Select 'Law Graduates Scholarship Program for Balochistan'.
- 3
Fill the online profile and generate the fee challan.
- 4
Pay the test fee (PKR 1,000) via 1Link/1Bill Invoice.
- 5
Submit the application online. (Hard copies not required initially).
- 6
Prepare for the Test (Law Graduate Assessment Test) covering Law, English, and General Knowledge.
Required Documents
- Domicile/Local Certificate of Balochistan
- CNIC of Applicant
- Educational Degrees (LLB / LLM)
- HEC Aptitude Test Score (if available, else apply for test)
- Proof of victimization (for Special Quota applicants)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this scholarship open to students from other provinces?
No, this specific scheme is exclusively reserved for candidates holding a valid domicile from Balochistan.
Does it cover both LLM and PhD?
Yes, funding is provided for both Master of Laws (LLM) and PhD in Law programs at recognized foreign universities.
Always verify deadline and requirements on the official website before applying.
Go to Official Application Portal