STIPENDIUM HUNGARICUM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 2024-2

The Higher Education Commission (HEC) is currently accepting applications from Pakistani/AJ&K nationals for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme (2024-25), a scholarship initiative launched by the Hungarian Government. This program provides opportunities for Bachelor’s, Master’s, One-Tier Master’s, and PhD studies.​

Explore Various Scholarship Types:

Discover a range of Stipendium Hungaricum scholarships available for Pakistani students who meet the essential eligibility criteria in specified disciplines and other requirements set by Hungarian universities. The following programs are covered:

1. Bachelor’s Degree (post 12 years of education)
2. One-Tier Master’s Degree (post 12 years of education)
3. Master’s Degree (post 16 years of education)
4. PhD Degree (post 17/18 years of education)

Eligibility Criteria for Hungarian Scholarship for Pakistani Citizens

Are you a citizen of Pakistan or AJ&K aspiring to pursue higher education in Hungary? Here’s a breakdown of the eligibility criteria you need to meet:

1. Undergraduate Programs:
   • Applicants enrolled in the last year of their existing study programs/degrees and result-awaiting candidates can apply.
   • For Bachelor’s programs (e.g., DVM, DPharm, Medicine/Dentistry), completion of HSSC/Intermediate degree or equivalent before August 01, 2024, is required.
   • Failure to submit the final degree and transcript by August 01, 2024, on the official portal will result in scholarship cancellation.
2. Postgraduate Programs:
   • For Master’s programs, a 16-year Bachelors/equivalent degree completion before August 01, 2024, is mandatory.
   • PhD program applicants must have completed a 17/18 years Masters/MS/MPhil degree or equivalent before August 01, 2024.
   • Submission of final degree and transcript is crucial on the official portal by August 01, 2024, to avoid scholarship cancellation.
3. General Requirements:
   • No upper age limit.
   • Minimum age limit for undergraduate programs is 18 years (born on or before August 31, 2006).
   • Complete filling of all fields in both the Hungary application form and HEC application form is mandatory.
   • Certificates/Transcripts/Degrees must be attested by IBCC and HEC.
4. Additional Conditions:
   • IELTS/TOEFL scores as required by Hungarian universities.
   • Submission of a medical certificate of satisfactory health condition issued not earlier than November 15, 2023.
   • Applicants must commit to a bond ensuring they will not change their discipline and will return to Pakistan after completing their degree.
5. Testing Requirements:
   • Submission of HAT or USAT test scores with a minimum score of 50 out of 100 is mandatory.
   • Applicants who took the test after January 01, 2022, can upload results on the HEC portal.
   • Those yet to take the test can register at https://etc.hec.gov.pk/.
6. Non-Eligibility (Ineligibility):
   • Dual citizenship holders are not eligible.
   • Applications providing incomplete or misrepresented information may lead to scholarship cancellation, even post-award.

Note: Applicants must ensure accreditation of professional degrees (Medical, Engineering, Nursing, etc.) from respective councils (e.g., PMC, PEC, PNC) before applying.

Explore your opportunities, meet the criteria, and embark on your educational journey with the Hungarian scholarship

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