OIC Scholarships at Islamic University of Technology (IUT), Dhaka 2026

About This Scholarship

The Islamic University of Technology (IUT) in Dhaka, Bangladesh, offers prestigious OIC scholarships for engineering and technology students from member states, including Pakistan. Nominated via HEC, this program provides fully funded bachelor's and master's degrees. The scholarship covers complete tuition, highly subsidized or free on-campus hostel accommodation, and a monthly pocket allowance. IUT is renowned for its rigorous engineering curriculum and provides a unique international environment for Muslim students.

Scholarship Benefits & Coverage

• 100% full tuition fee waiver across designated Chinese universities for Master's and PhD programs
• 3,000 RMB/month living stipend for Master's students (approx. PKR 115,000) to cover daily living and dining expenses
• 3,500 RMB/month living stipend for PhD scholars (approx. PKR 135,000) to support advanced research and personal costs
• Free on-campus university dormitory accommodation (twin room for Master's, private single room for PhD scholars)
• Comprehensive international student medical insurance coverage valued at 800 RMB per year

Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  Nationality: Pakistani / AJ&K National (Dual nationals often ineligible for HEC nomination).
• 2
  Age Limit (BS): Maximum 22 years.
• 3
  Age Limit (MS): Maximum 30 years.
• 4
  Age Limit (PhD): Maximum 35 years.
• 5
  Test Requirement: Must possess a valid HEC USAT score (for BS) or HAT score (for MS/PhD) with minimum 50% marks.
• 6
  Academic Merit (BS): Minimum 60% in HSSC/A-Levels (Physics, Chemistry, Math are mandatory for Engineering).
• 7
  Academic Merit (MS/PhD): Minimum 2.5/4.0 CGPA.
• 8
  Health: Must be medically fit (HIV/Hep B&C Clearance required).

How to Apply – Step by Step

1. 1

   Step 1 (HEC Portal): Register at scholarship.hec.gov.pk and select 'Learning Opportunities Abroad' > 'OIC IUT Dhaka'.

2. 2

   Step 2 (IUT Portal): Fill the online admission form at the IUT official website (admission.iutoic-dhaka.edu).

3. 3

   Step 3 (Payment): Pay the application processing fee (approx. USD 20-30 to IUT and PKR 500 to HEC).

4. 4

   Step 4 (Submission): Upload the IUT application proof and Test Score to the HEC portal.

5. 5

   Step 5 (Nomination): HEC sends the list of high-scoring candidates to IUT for the 'Full Scholarship' quota.

6. 6

   Note: If you are not nominated by HEC, you can still apply directly to IUT as a 'Self-Finance' or 'Partial' candidate.

Required Documents

• HEC USAT / HAT Score Card
• IUT Online Application Form (Printed Copy)
• Educational Transcripts (Attested by IBCC/HEC)
• Passport Copy (Valid for 6+ months)
• Medical Fitness Certificate (Blood group, HIV, Hep B/C)
• Police Character Certificate

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