US-Pak Knowledge Corridor Scholarship

HEC invites applications for fully funded PhDs. Scholarships at top universities in the USA. Under the US-Pak Knowledge Corridor Scholarship, applicants will be selected to pursue PhD studies at top US universities including Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT, Harvard University, Yale University, Princeton University and over 250 US universities. It includes universities that occupy top positions in world rankings.

The US-Pak Knowledge Corridor aims to provide 1,000 scientists with opportunities to develop Pakistani faculty in the US. In the initial phase, HEC is focusing on sending 1,500 PhD students. scientists to leading American universities. The US-Pak Knowledge Corridor is seen as a “paradigm shift” in human capital development/education, which will ultimately complement economic growth in the long run.

Benefits of US-Pak Knowledge Corridor Scholarships for the USA

• Monthly stipend 
• Health insurance 
• Fully funded tuition fees 
• Settlement allowance
•  Airline ticket

US Pak Knowledge Corridor Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

Pakistani Nationals/AJK MS/MPhil from HEC recognized universities Candidates with 4 years Bachelor's degree (16 years of study) are eligible for direct admission to Ph.D. programs at U.S. universities Age limit: maximum 40 years for tenured faculty and researchers at public sector universities/R&D organizations and 35 years for all others Valid and acceptable GRE and TOEFL scores are required for admission to U.S. universities. Scholars who have already secured admission or are enrolled in doctoral programs at 235 top U.S. universities and 23 university systems are also eligible to apply.

Academic criteria:

Academic achievements calculated using the HEC-AEF calculator will be applicable. Have a maximum of 2 second divisions during your academic career. No third league or D grades in his career. Not less than 50% marks in academic career.

How to Apply for US-Pak Knowledge Corridor Scholarship 2022

Applications for scholarships are invited from potential candidates who meet both the general eligibility criteria and the specific eligibility criteria.

Please send scanned copies of the application form along with other required documents to the e-mail address provided below. The document is certified by an official of grade 17 or above. At this stage, you are not required to send paper copies of this application and other documents. You may be asked to send paper copies later if necessary. The complete set of documents together with the application must be submitted at once, single copies will not be accepted.

Those prospective applicants who meet the general eligibility criteria but do not meet the specific eligibility requirements are eligible to apply for the scholarship provided they have obtained a valid GRE (general) score of 308 (three hundred and eight) or higher.

The latest QS ranking applies. The website of the top universities (www.topuniversities.com) will serve as a reference point for the QS ranking, including: More details such as eligibility criteria, financial security, list of US universities and tentative admission dates can be found on HEC website (US - Pak Knowledge Corridor Page)