Scholarship Overview
Pakistan's Prime Minister's Office has issued updated directives regarding Afghan medical students and doctors residing in the country. Under these mandates, continued education through official channels—including Higher Education Commission (HEC) scholarships and the Allama Muhammad Iqbal Scholarship—is strictly contingent upon holding valid visas, complying with national immigration rules, and obtaining official clearance from Pakistan's Ministry of Interior.
Who Can Apply
The updated rules apply to Afghan medical candidates and practitioners currently in Pakistan:
- Afghan undergraduate medical students who secured admission in government-sponsored or approved programmes prior to September 1, 2026, and possess complete legal documentation.
- Eligibility requirements for new applicants or non-medical tracks are: Not specified in the source; please check the official notice.
Benefits
Permitted students receive authorization to maintain their studies and secure professional council recognition:
- Permission to remain enrolled in Pakistani medical universities after gaining Ministry of Interior clearance.
- Official institution-led registration with the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC).
- Financial coverage details and allowance structures are: Not specified in the source; please check the official notice.
How to Apply
Affected individuals and host institutions must observe key instructions and strict deadlines:
- Universities must complete PMDC registration for eligible Afghan medical students by October 15, 2026, and forward proof of registration to relevant government bodies.
- Afghan students missing legal clearance, those admitted after September 1, 2026, MBBS or BDS graduates, and postgraduate doctors (including FCPS, MCPS, MD, and MS trainees or practitioners) must exit Pakistan by October 10, 2026.
- Graduates under these specific provisions will not be granted house-job placements.
- Future admissions for Afghan students depend entirely on upcoming government policy decisions. Application submission methods are: Not specified in the source; please check the official notice.
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Always confirm deadlines and eligibility on the official scholarship website.