Saudi Arabia Announces 600 Fully-Funded Scholarships for Pakistani Students
By Opportunity Mentor | Updated on Feb 2025
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Saudi Arabia has recently announced 600 fully-funded scholarships exclusively for Pakistani students to study at diploma, Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD levels in the Kingdom. According to a statement released by the Pakistani Embassy in Saudi Arabia, both students residing in Pakistan and those legally living in Saudi Arabia are eligible to apply.
Procedure to Apply
- Students must apply directly on the respective university’s website or online portal.
- Each university sets its own eligibility criteria and application deadlines—consult the official website for specific details.
- Applications must be forwarded to the Saudi Ministry of Education via the university, and a copy should be sent to the official email of the Pakistani Embassy in Riyadh (Parepriyadh@mofa.gov.pk).
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be Pakistani or Azad Jammu and Kashmir nationals.
- 75% of the scholarships are reserved for Pakistani students from Pakistan, while 25% are for Pakistani students residing in Saudi Arabia.
- Both male and female students are eligible.
- Age limits: 17–25 years for Bachelor’s, up to 30 years for Master’s, and less than 35 years for PhD programs at the application deadline.
- Selected applicants will start their programs in September/October each year.
- Applicants must not hold any other scholarship and should have no criminal record or previous academic suspension.
Benefits of the Scholarship
- Free lodging for the duration of the program.
- A 3-month furnishing allowance upon arrival (for married scholars).
- Return air tickets.
- Free medical coverage for the student and, if married, for their family.
- A 3-month graduation allowance for shipment of books.
- Subsidized meals on campus and support for dependents.
- Sports, recreational activities, and travel allowances.
- A monthly allowance of 900 Saudi Riyal (SR) for science students and 850 SR for humanities students.
Participating Universities
These scholarships are offered by 25 universities in Saudi Arabia. Note that each university has its own intake percentage for international students.
| S. No. | Name of University | Website |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeddah University | www.uj.edu.sa |
| 2 | Bisha University | www.ub.edu.sa |
| 3 | Umm-al-Qura University | www.uqu.edu.sa |
| 4 | Islamic University | https://www.iiu.edu.pk |
| 5 | Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University | www.iu.edu.sa |
| 6 | King Saud University | www.ksu.edu.sa |
| 7 | King Abdul Aziz University | www.kau.edu.sa |
| 8 | Hafar Al Batin University | https://www.my.gov.sa/ |
| 9 | King Faisal University | www.kfu.edu.sa |
| 10 | King Khalid University | www.kku.edu.sa |
| 11 | Qassim University | www.qu.edu.sa |
| 12 | Taibah University | www.taibahu.edu.sa |
| 13 | Taif University | www.tu.edu.sa |
| 14 | Hail University | www.uoh.edu.sa |
| 15 | Jazan University | www.nu.edu.sa |
| 16 | Al Jouf University | www.ju.edu.sa |
| 17 | Al Baha University | www.prtal.bu.edu.sa |
| 18 | Tabuk University | www.ut.edu.sa |
| 19 | Najran University | www.nu.edu.sa |
| 20 | Northern Border University | www.nbu.edu.sa |
| 21 | Princess Nora University | www.pnu.edu.sa |
| 22 | Imam Abdulrahman University | www.iau.edu.sa |
| 23 | Prince Sattam bin Abdul Aziz University | www.psau.edu.sa |
| 24 | Shaqra University | www.sa.edu.sa/en |
| 25 | Majmah University | www.mu.edu.sa |
Why Apply?
These fully-funded scholarships offer a unique opportunity to pursue quality education in Saudi Arabia with no financial burden. Benefits such as free lodging, monthly allowances, return air tickets, and comprehensive medical and travel support allow you to focus entirely on your academic and personal growth while experiencing the rich culture of the Kingdom.
Application Process
- Apply directly via the university’s online portal. Each university sets its own eligibility criteria and deadlines, so check the respective websites carefully.
- After submitting your application, forward a copy of your application to the Pakistani Embassy in Riyadh at Parepriyadh@mofa.gov.pk to enable proper follow-up with the Saudi Ministry of Education.
- The universities will review your application and forward eligible applications to the Ministry of Education, which will make the final award decisions.
