Allama Muhammad Iqbal Scholarship for Afghan Students

Job Description

Opportunities

The Allama Muhammad Iqbal Scholarship is a prestigious initiative aimed at providing educational opportunities for Afghan students. Named after the renowned philosopher, poet, and politician Allama Muhammad Iqbal, this scholarship seeks to support the academic ambitions of talented individuals from Afghanistan. Below are the key details regarding the scholarship.

The primary goal of this program is to promote bilateral relations between Pakistan, Afghanistan and to increase people-to-people contacts between the two neighboring countries.

The 4500 Afghans Scholarship pays for living  books, hostel fees, expenses,, and university tuition. If you are an Afghan youth and want to pursue your bachelor and master studies at leading universities in Pakistan,…

Objectives

Promote Education*: To enhance educational access for Afghan students.

Cultural Exchange*: To foster understanding and collaboration between Pakistan and Afghanistan through education.

Empowerment*: To empower young minds to contribute positively to their communities.

Key Dates

• Deadline: 30 October 2024 (11:59 PM)
• Type: Fully-funded
• Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD
• Gender: Male/Female
• Language of Study: English
• Spenser: Government of Pakistan
• Organizer: Higher Education Commission (HEC)

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Allama Muhammad Iqbal Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Nationality: Must be a citizen of Afghanistan.
2. Academic Record: A strong academic background, with a minimum percentage set by the scholarship committee.
3. Age Limit: Applicants must be within a specified age range (typically 17-40 years).
4. Field of Study: Open to various disciplines, but priority may be given to fields that contribute to development:Afghan students can apply for the study as mentioned above levels:
   • Medicine
   • Engineering
   • Agriculture
   • Management Science
   • Computer science
   • Social Science
   • And more others
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Benefits of the Scholarship

• Tuition Fees: Covers full tuition fees for the duration of the course.
• Living Expenses: Provides a monthly stipend to cover living costs.
• Travel Allowance: Offers a one-time travel allowance for students relocating to the host country.
• Cultural Integration: Opportunities for cultural exchange programs and workshops.
• Book allowance
• Hostel dues

Requirements of the Scholarship

• Bachelor’s:

1. Education: Applicants must have completed 12 years of school study and obtained their high school certificate
2. Age : Applicants’ age should be between 17-23 years before the scholarship application deadline
3. Minimum % for general subjects: Applicants should demonstrate at least 60% marks per the IBCC Pakistan equivalent formula
4. Minimum  for Medical and Engineering: A minimum of 65 marks is required
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Master’s Degree:

1. Education: Applicants must have completed 16 years of education
2. Age: Applicants age should be 35 years before the scholarship application deadline
3. CGPA : At least 2.5 out of 4.0 equivalent

PhD:

1. Education: Applicants must have completed 18 years of education
2. Age: Non-faculty member’s applicants’ age should be 35 and 40 years for faculty members
3. CGPA : At least 3.0 out of 4.0 equivalent

How to Apply:

The Allama Muhammad Iqbal Scholarship is a valuable opportunity for Afghan students seeking to further their education and contribute to their communities. By investing in the youth, this scholarship aims to create a brighter future for both Afghanistan and the region. Qualified Afghan students can apply online through the HEC website

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