The Scotland Scholarships for Young Women and Girls 2025 are now accepting applications! This prestigious scholarship program, funded by the Scottish Government and administered by the British Council, provides invaluable opportunities for women to pursue higher education. The scholarships support both undergraduate and graduate studies in any Higher Education Commission (HEC)-recognized university across Pakistan, empowering young women to fulfill their academic ambitions and reach their potential.
Scholarship Details and Benefits
This initiative is part of the Scotland Pakistan Scholarship Scheme, designed to make higher education more accessible to women. The scholarships are available for candidates pursuing either:
- A four-year undergraduate degree at an HEC-recognized university
- A two-year MPhil degree at an HEC-recognized university
Eligible Fields of Study
Applicants must be pursuing their degrees in one of the following fields:
- Education
- Sustainable Energy
- Food Security and Agriculture
- Health Sciences
- STEM (for Master’s degrees only)
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Scotland Pakistan Scholarships for Young Women and Girls 2025, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a Pakistani national currently residing in Pakistan
- Be pursuing a two-year master’s degree or four-year bachelor’s degree in one of the eligible fields listed above
- Hold a confirmed admission offer from an HEC-recognized university in Pakistan
Required Documents for Scottish Scholarship 2025-26:
- An online Application Form.
- University Tuition Fee.
- Scanned Copy of CNIC (Applicant).
- Scanned Copy of CNIC. (Parent).
- Scanned Copy of Transcripts.
- Proof of admission in Bachelors, Masters, or MPhil.
- Salary Slip of Parent/Guardian or Pension Slip or any employment proof.
How to Apply for the Scottish Pakistan Scholarships 2025-26
- Click on the apply button below to proceed to the online scholarship application.
- The application must be submitted online on British Council official website: www.britishcouncil.pk/programmes/education/scholarship.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the Scotland Pakistan Scholarships 2025-26 is 15th September, 2025. For further information contact
Saima Parveen
Assistant Registrar/Incharge (SFAO)
Contact No. 041-9201301