HEC Need-Based Scholarship Program, administered by Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan, is one of the funding options available to low-income pakistani students with strong academic potential in Pakistan. The award covers The scholarship covers the full tuition fee of the student and provides a fixed monthly stipend of PKR 6,000 to assist with books, transportation, and living expenses. and is open to undergraduate (4-5 years) and graduate (2 years) students studying all academic disciplines offered by the participating institutions. The scholarship runs for entire duration of the degree program (subject to academic performance) and may be renewed annually based on academic performance. Eligibility is generally based on open to financially underprivileged students who have secured admission on merit in participating HEC recognized public sector universities. The application deadline is Varies by university (Typically aligns with the admission cycle of the host institution), with an acceptance rate of approximately Varies by institution and available budget allocation for that year. Applicants are encouraged to review the official eligibility criteria carefully before starting their application.