If you are a student from Pakistan who dreams of studying abroad now is the perfect time to make your move. In 2026, many top universities and government programs around the world are offering fully funded scholarships for Pakistani students. These scholarships cover everything from tuition fees to living costs travel expenses and even health insurance in some cases. No matter where you want to study whether it’s Europe, North America, Asia or the Middle East there are plenty of options for you. And here’s the best part many of these scholarships do not require IELTS. Some programs accept other English language certificates or even offer exemptions.
Key Points:
- Scholarships for Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD programs.
- No application fees for most programs.
- IELTS not needed for many scholarships.
- Full coverage including tuition, stipend, accommodation and travel.
- Open to Pakistani students in all fields of study.
- Study in Canada, Germany, Turkey, China and more.
- Deadlines vary so start preparing early.
Scholarships for Pakistani Students Summary
| Study In | Various Countries |
| Available For | Pakistani Students |
| Scholarships Types | Fully Funded |
| Last Date to Apply | Different |
List of Top 10 Scholarships for Pakistani Students 2026
1. DAAD Scholarship – Germany
- Fully funded: Covers full costs during studies (e.g., tuition fee, travel cost, accommodation etc.).
- No IELTS needed for many programs.
- Open to international students including Pakistanis.
- Available for many academic fields.
- Valid for the 2025–2026 academic year.
- Check the official DAAD site for eligibility rules.
Explore Full DAAD Scholarship Guide ←
2. Turkiye Burslari Scholarship – Turkey
- Offers Bachelor’s Master’s and PhD programs.
- Open to students worldwide including Pakistanis.
- No application fee and IELTS not required.
- 5000 students selected each year (one of the biggest programs).
- Extra benefits: Free Turkish language course and cultural activities.
Full Details on Turkiye Burslari 2026 ←
3. MEXT Scholarship – Japan
- Fully funded: Pays for tuition living costs and more.
- No IELTS or TOEFL needed for many courses.
- Available for Bachelor’s Master’s and PhD degrees.
- Open to most fields of study.
- Currently limited to some countries but more may be added.
Full Guide to MEXT Scholarship 2026 ←
4. MOFCOM Scholarship 2026 – China
- Funded by China’s Ministry of Commerce.
- Offers Master’s (1–2 years) and PhD (3 years) programs.
- Fully funded: Includes yearly stipend (36000–42000 RMB) tuition and living costs.
- Taught in English (no Mandarin needed).
- Open to all nationalities with work experience.
- Focus areas: Trade technology education public health and more.
Complete Guide to MOFCOM Scholarship 2026 ←
5. Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program 2026 – USA
- 100 fully funded spots for graduate studies.
- Open to students worldwide including Pakistanis.
- Covers tuition living costs travel books and personal expenses.
- Works with all Stanford graduate programs.
- Focuses on leadership teamwork and global impact.
Knight-Hennessy Scholarship Full Overview ←
6. Hamad Bin Khalifa University Scholarship – Qatar
- Fully funded: Covers everythig related to studies.
- For Bachelor’s Master’s PhD and Law programs.
- Open to Qatari and international students.
- Must get admission to HBKU first.
- Scholarships given every year in different fields.
- Covers tuition living allowance and other costs.
HBKU Scholarship 2026 – Complete Info ←
7. Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Scholarships 2025/27
- Study in multiple European countries.
- Fully funded: Tuition, travel, living costs and more.
- Mixes top academics with real-world experience.
- A multicultural learning journey.
- Programs in many fields with partner universities.
Erasmus Mundus 2026/27 – Full Scholarship List ←
8. SINGA Scholarship 2026–2027 (Singapore Government)
- Fully funded: Tuition living costs and one-time airfare.
- For Master’s PhD and combined Master’s-to-PhD degrees.
- No IELTS or GRE required.
- Open to international students in Singapore.
- Great for research-focused students in STEM fields.
Complete Guide to SINGA Scholarship 2026 ←
9. Kazakhstan Government Scholarships – Kazakhstan
- Total Scholarships 550 such as:
- 490 Bachelor’s
- 50 Master’s
- 10 PhD scholarships.
- No application fee.
- Study in English at top Kazakh universities.
- Degrees recognized under the European system.
- Covers tuition travel housing medical insurance and more.
- Helps build leadership and teamwork skills.
Kazakhstan Government Scholarship – Full Guide ←
10. Italian Government International Scholarship – Italy
- Fully funded: 900€/month stipend tuition and health insurance.
- For Master’s and PhD students.
- Promotes global teamwork in science and culture.
- Study at top Italian universities (61 public, 30 private and art institutions).
- Many programs in English with great cultural exposure.
Italian Government Scholarship 2026 – Full Details ←