The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has opened applications for the Moroccan Government Scholarships Program 2026-27, offering Pakistani and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) students an opportunity to pursue higher education in Morocco.
Under the scholarship scheme, the Kingdom of Morocco will provide 10 scholarships to eligible Pakistani and AJK nationals for studies at public higher education, technical, and vocational institutions. The program is available for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degree programs.
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Students interested in applying must submit their applications through the HEC online scholarship portal no later than June 10, 2026.
Who Can Apply?
The scholarship is open to Pakistani and AJK citizens who are permanent residents of their respective regions. Individuals holding dual nationality are not eligible to apply.
Applicants seeking admission to undergraduate programs must have completed Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) education or an equivalent qualification.
Those applying for Master’s programs should possess a relevant Bachelor’s degree, while PhD candidates must hold a Master’s degree that qualifies them for doctoral studies.
In addition to academic qualifications, candidates are required to provide valid test scores. Applicants for Bachelor’s programs must submit a valid Undergraduate Studies Admission Test (USAT) score, while those applying for Master’s and PhD programs must provide a valid Higher Education Aptitude Test (HAT) score.
Language Requirements
Prospective students should be aware that French is the primary language of instruction at most Moroccan universities and educational institutions.
Students who do not have sufficient proficiency in French may be required to complete language preparation courses after arriving in Morocco.
Certain academic disciplines, particularly Arabic Language and Islamic Studies, may be offered in Arabic.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship enables selected students to study at Moroccan public institutions offering higher education, technical training, and vocational programs.
Applicants are advised to carefully review the financial details of the scholarship, including tuition coverage, living allowances, travel arrangements, and any additional terms and conditions before making their final decision.
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Students intending to enroll in professional degree programs should also ensure that their chosen qualifications meet recognition and accreditation requirements in Pakistan.
Important Considerations for Professional Degrees
HEC has advised applicants interested in fields such as Medicine, Engineering, Nursing, Architecture, Law, Veterinary Sciences, and other regulated professions to verify accreditation requirements with the relevant professional councils in Pakistan before applying.
This step is essential to ensure that qualifications obtained abroad are recognized upon returning to Pakistan.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the HEC scholarship portal. Candidates are required to complete their profile and access the “Learning Opportunities Abroad” section, where they can select the Moroccan Government Scholarships Program.
The commission has emphasized that only fully completed applications submitted before the deadline will be considered. Draft or partially completed applications will not be processed.
Applicants should ensure that their email address and phone number listed in the HEC portal remain active, as all future correspondence will be conducted through these channels.
At the initial stage, applicants are not required to send hard copies of documents. Only shortlisted or nominated candidates will be contacted for further documentation.
Documents Required
Before applying, students should gather all necessary academic and personal documents. These may include educational certificates, transcripts, national identity documents, domicile certificates, passport details, recent photographs, and valid USAT or HAT test scores, depending on the level of study.
Applicants for professional degree programs may also need to provide relevant equivalence or accreditation information if requested.
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Additional documentation may be required from candidates who advance to later stages of the selection process.
Application Deadline
HEC has set June 10, 2026, as the final date for submitting applications under the Moroccan Government Scholarships Program 2026-27.
