Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2025–2026 for Pakistani Scholars
Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2025–2026 for Pakistani Scholars
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships (SGES) are prestigious awards funded by the Swiss Confederation through the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS/ESKAS). They aim to promote international exchange and research cooperation by supporting young researchers from all over the world. For Pakistani scholars, this is a unique chance to pursue PhD or postdoctoral research in Switzerland at world-class universities and research institutes.
1. Application Timeline
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Applications open: 4 August 2025
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Deadline in Pakistan: 30 September 2025
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Application submission: Through the Swiss Embassy in Islamabad and the official portal go.eskas.ch
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Results announced: By May 2026
Official Info – EDA
Scholarship Guidelines – SBFI
2. Eligibility Criteria
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Must be a Pakistani citizen.
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Must hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) at the time of application.
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Applicants must secure a Swiss professor/supervisor who agrees to supervise their PhD or postdoctoral research.
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Previous recipients of this scholarship are not eligible.
3. Scholarship Coverage
The scholarship is fully funded and includes:
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Monthly stipend:
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PhD students: CHF 1,920
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Postdocs: CHF 3,500
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Health insurance (for non-EU/EFTA scholars)
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One-time housing allowance (CHF 300 rental deposit)
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Half-price public transport card
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Return airfare to Pakistan at the end of the program
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Research and establishment allowances
Note: Tuition fees, conference travel, and fieldwork costs are usually not covered.
4. Duration
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PhD scholarships: 1–3 years (renewable annually based on academic progress).
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Postdoc scholarships: 12 months (non-renewable).
5. Required Documents
Applicants must prepare and submit two sets (original + copy):
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Completed FCS application form
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Research proposal (approx. 5 pages with timeline)
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Letter of invitation/commitment from a Swiss supervisor
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Supervisor’s CV and academic profile
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Applicant’s CV and motivation letter
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Two academic recommendation letters
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Copies of academic transcripts and diplomas
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Medical certificate
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Passport copy
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Language proficiency certificates (if required)
Full details available on Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships (ESKAS).
6. Benefits for Pakistani Scholars
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Access to top Swiss universities and research facilities.
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Opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research under expert supervision.
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Exposure to Switzerland’s world-class academic and cultural environment.
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Building international academic networks.
7. How to Apply
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Review eligibility and scholarship details via Swiss Embassy Islamabad – Scholarships.
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Identify and contact a potential Swiss supervisor.
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Prepare your research proposal and application documents.
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Submit the application via the online portal (go.eskas.ch) and forward the complete application package to the Swiss Embassy in Islamabad before 30 September 2025.
8. Official Contacts
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Swiss Embassy Islamabad (Scholarships Section): islamabad.scholarships@eda.admin.ch
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Official Website: sbfi.admin.ch – Swiss Government Scholarships
9. Final Thoughts
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2025–26 provide Pakistani scholars with an unparalleled opportunity to carry out advanced research in Switzerland. With full financial support, health coverage, and access to globally recognized institutions, this program is highly competitive but deeply rewarding.
If you are serious about applying, start early: secure a Swiss supervisor, prepare a strong research proposal, and get your documents in order well before the 30 September 2025 deadline.
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Finding a Swiss supervisor
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Application preparation and review
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