DIYA Pakistan Scholarship

The DIYA Pakistan Scholarship supports eligible Pakistani students with annual financial assistance routed through their institutes. It is offered by DIYA Pakistan (Ihsan Trust) and generally targets students who meet academic merit and need-based criteria. The process includes an online form, document email submission, and verification before yearly disbursement.

PakistanBachelorsPartially FundedDeadline: Rolling (official final date not publicly announced; apply as early as possible)

Official source: DIYA Pakistan (Ihsan Trust) • Last updated:

Eligibility

Degree level
Bachelors
Study location
Pakistan
Admission required
Many providers require admission or a valid offer before funding decisions (confirm official source)
Minimum GPA/grades
Merit threshold is provider/program-dependent (confirm official source)
Work experience
Requirement varies by scholarship type and provider
Field of study
Program-dependent; applicants must match eligible disciplines listed by the provider
Residency requirement
May apply for country-targeted or region-targeted schemes
Document language/translations
Certified translations/legalization may be required for non-native-language documents
Current enrollment status
Depends on call rules (new-admit vs currently-enrolled categories may differ)
Age limit
Age policy varies by provider/country profile; many schemes do not publish one universal cap
Language requirements
Set by the host institution/program; accepted tests or exemptions vary by provider
Eligible nationalities
Pakistani students
Academic background
At least 60% marks at all academic levels
Funding conflict rule
Students receiving more than PKR 25,000 per year from another organization are not eligible
Identity requirement
Valid CNIC details required for tracking and payment process
Program continuity
Continued support depends on yearly result and fee proof submission

Benefits

Tuition
Listed as partial (confirm coverage on official source)
Stipend
Varies by provider/call; check official source for amount and payment terms
Accommodation
Provider-dependent; may be included, subsidized, or unavailable by scheme
Travel
Provider-dependent; some schemes include one-time travel support
Health insurance
Coverage depends on scholarship conditions and host-country rules
Other benefits
Additional support may include research, books, or orientation allowances (scheme-dependent)
Visa/residence support
Some schemes provide limited support; verify visa-fee or permit support on official source
Application fee
Fee policy is portal/provider-specific; confirm before submission
Tuition support
Annual scholarship cheque issued to the applicant's institute after approval
Disbursement mode
Institute may hand over cheque to student or adjust it against fee
Bank processing
Cheque can be cashed at Meezan Bank branch with original CNIC and CNIC copy
Renewal support
Scholarship can continue yearly until course completion if renewal conditions are met

Application process

  1. Where to apply: Complete the official online form at diyapak.org/apply-scholarship
  2. Confirm requirements: Read the official instructions and confirm eligibility and the exact deadline (some providers have multiple rounds).
  3. Admission: If the scholarship is degree-linked, complete program admission steps first and keep offer/enrollment evidence ready.
  4. Documents email: Send scanned required documents to apply@diyapak.org with CNIC number in email subject
  5. Review timeline: Wait for application review (usually 20-30 days)
  6. Status tracking: Check application status weekly on official website
  7. Approval and payment: After approval, cheque is sent to institute (usually within 20-30 days), then processed by institute/student
  8. Renewal: For next year, email updated result and fee receipt with CNIC in subject
  9. Account/nomination: Create an account or complete nomination/referral steps where the provider requires it.
  10. Selection method: Follow the provider’s official process (merit/test/interview/portfolio, as applicable).
  11. Final decision/enrollment: Submit before the deadline, save your confirmation/reference number, and monitor email/portal for results and next steps.

Required documents

  • CNIC / Smart Card details
  • Academic transcripts / result cards
  • Current institute fee receipt
  • Student and institute details as required in official form
  • Any additional documents requested by DIYA Pakistan during verification
  • Passport / national ID (if required)
  • Degree certificates / diplomas (if applicable)
  • CV/Resume
  • Motivation letter / statement of purpose
  • Recommendation letters (if required)
  • Language test score (IELTS/TOEFL) if required
  • Admission letter / proof of enrollment (if required)
  • Certified translations (if required)
  • Portfolio / research proposal (if required)
  • Medical / health certificate (if required)

Good to know

  • DIYA's public instructions state no fixed final deadline; applications are effectively rolling.
  • Incorrect information or 'Not Accepted' status can lead to ineligibility for future applications.
  • Keep CNIC format consistent across form and email subject to avoid tracking delays.

FAQ

Is DIYA Pakistan Scholarship fully funded?

It is generally need-based partial financial support and not a universal full-cost scholarship.

Who is not eligible under funding rules?

Students already receiving more than PKR 25,000 per year from another organization are not eligible.

Is there a fixed final deadline?

A single final date is not publicly announced on official instructions; apply as early as possible.

How long does review usually take?

DIYA states the review process usually takes around 20-30 days.

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