Fully Funded Scholarships in Schengen Countries for Pakistani Students (Bachelor, Master & PhD) – 2026–2027 Intake


Fully Funded Scholarships in Schengen Countries for Pakistani Students (Bachelor, Master & PhD) – 2026–2027 Intake




For Pakistani students, studying in Europe’s Schengen countries offers world-class education, multicultural exposure, and the opportunity to live in some of the most advanced and beautiful countries in the world. Whether you are targeting Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programs, numerous fully funded scholarships are available across Germany, Italy, Hungary, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, and other European states.

These scholarships are open to non-EU international students, including Pakistanis, and cover a wide range of academic fields — from Engineering, Medicine, and Natural Sciences to Social Sciences, Arts, and Business. Below is a structured and comprehensive list of the most prominent opportunities for the 2026–2027 intake.


1. Erasmus+ Scholarships (European Union)

Level: Master’s, PhD, Exchange Programs
Countries: Multiple EU/Schengen States
Coverage: Full tuition fees, monthly stipend, travel allowance, visa costs, and health insurance.
Key Points:

  • You apply to a Joint Master or Doctorate Program offered by a consortium of European universities.

  • Students usually study in 2–3 European countries during the program.

  • No separate scholarship form is required—once you apply for the Erasmus Joint Degree, your application is automatically considered for funding.

  • Highly competitive but prestigious.

Official Website: https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu


2. DAAD Scholarships (Germany)

Level: Master’s, PhD, Postdoctoral
Country: Germany
Coverage: Monthly stipend (€934 for Master’s / €1,200 for PhD), travel, health insurance, and sometimes language courses.
Key Points:

  • One of the most popular scholarships for Pakistani students.

  • Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence and a relevant background.

  • German language is not mandatory for most English-taught programs.

Official Website: https://www.daad.de


3. Stipendium Hungaricum (Hungary)

Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
Country: Hungary
Coverage: Full tuition, monthly stipend, free accommodation or housing allowance, health insurance.
Key Points:

  • Pakistan has a bilateral agreement with Hungary.

  • Applications are submitted through HEC Pakistan as well as the Hungarian portal.

  • Wide variety of programs in English are offered.

Official Website: https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu
HEC Portal: https://www.hec.gov.pk


4. Italian Government Scholarships (Italy)

Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
Country: Italy
Coverage: Tuition waivers, monthly stipend, and health insurance.
Key Points:

  • Italy offers a large number of English-taught programs, especially at the Master’s and PhD level.

  • Additional regional scholarships (e.g., ADISU, Lazio Disco) are available for international students.

  • Pakistani students have a strong track record of securing these scholarships.

Official Website: https://studyinitaly.esteri.it


5. Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships (Switzerland)

Level: Postgraduate, PhD, Research
Country: Switzerland
Coverage: Monthly stipend, health insurance, tuition waiver, travel support.
Key Points:

  • For highly talented students and researchers worldwide.

  • Aimed at strengthening international exchange and research collaboration.

Official Website: https://www.sbfi.admin.ch


6. Dutch Scholarships (Netherlands)

Level: Master’s, Short Courses, Bachelor (limited)
Country: Netherlands
Popular Programs:

  • Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP)

  • Holland Scholarship

  • Radboud Scholarship

  • Leiden University Excellence Scholarship
    Coverage: Full or partial tuition, monthly allowance, and travel.
    Key Points:

  • Many Dutch universities are ranked globally and offer degrees entirely in English.

  • Holland Scholarship is open to non-EU students including Pakistanis.

Official Website: https://www.studyinholland.nl


7. Belgian Government Scholarships

Level: Master’s, Training, Research
Country: Belgium (Flanders & Wallonia)
Programs: VLIR-UOS Scholarships, KU Leuven IRO Scholarships
Coverage: Tuition, living allowance, travel costs, and insurance.
Key Points:

  • Targeted at students from developing countries.

  • Especially strong in development studies, engineering, agriculture, and health.

Official Website: https://www.vliruos.be


8. University & Regional Scholarships

Apart from national programs, many individual universities in Schengen countries offer their own merit-based or need-based funding, for example:

  • University of Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (Netherlands)

  • University of Geneva Excellence Master’s Fellowship (Switzerland)

  • IMT School PhD Scholarships (Italy)

  • Politecnico di Milano Merit Scholarships (Italy)

  • KU Leuven Science Scholarships (Belgium)

These can often be combined with regional support programs, making them very attractive for self-motivated applicants.


9. HEC Pakistan – Overseas Scholarships & LOA

Pakistani students should also explore HEC’s Learning Opportunities Abroad (LOA) and HEC Overseas Scholarships programs. These often fund or co-fund MS, PhD, and research placements in European universities.

HEC Portal: https://www.hec.gov.pk


Conclusion

For Pakistani students aiming to study abroad, Schengen countries offer some of the most generous and structured scholarships in the world. Whether you are applying for undergraduate studies or advanced research, there is a funding option suited for you.

The key to success is early preparation: build a strong academic profile, prepare motivation letters carefully, collect recommendation letters, and track application deadlines closely (many programs open between September and January for the following academic year).


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