HEC Fully Funded Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship 2024-25

Hungary Scholarship 2024 for Pakistani Students

The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has officially announced the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Program 2024-25, extending this opportunity to both Pakistani and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) nationals.

The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Program, established by the Hungarian government, aims to support international students in pursuing bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degrees at renowned Hungarian universities.

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Program 2024-25:

Scholarship Categories

Scholarships are available in four categories:

1. Bachelor’s degree (after 12 years of education).
2. One-tier master’s degree (equivalent to bachelor’s and master’s degrees combined).
3. Master’s degree (after 16 years of education).
4. PhD degree (after 17-18 years of education).

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Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Submit attested certificates/transcripts/degrees from relevant authorities such as HEC and IBCC during registration.
• Provide HAT or USAT test scores.
• Submit a medical certificate verifying freedom from AIDS, hepatitis, and other contagious diseases.
• Fulfill the criteria of the Hungarian university.

Applicants currently in the final year of their existing study programs and result-awaiting candidates are also eligible to apply.

For Bachelor’s

Applicants must possess HSSC/intermediate or equivalent bachelor’s and one-tier master’s degrees.

For Master’s

Applicants must have completed 16 years of education.

For PhD

Applicants must have completed 18 years of education.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply through both the Stipendium Hungaricum and HEC portals. Although both portals are currently unavailable, applicants are advised to regularly check for updates.

Required Documents

Applicants are required to submit the following documents:

• Online application form.
• Motivation letter.
• Language proficiency proof, school certificates, transcripts, and their translations.
• Medical certificate.
• Passport copy.
• Acceptance statement for application in Tempus Public Hungary online system.

Benefits

Selected applicants will receive:

For PhD:

• Monthly stipend of HUF 140,000 for the first phase (four semesters).
• Monthly stipend of HUF 180,000 for the second phase of education (four semesters).

For All Other Programs:

• Monthly stipend of HUF 43,700 until the completion of their degree.

In addition, students in both PhD and other programs will receive:

• Free dormitory place or a contribution of HUF 40,000/month to accommodation costs.
• Medical insurance of up to HUF 65,000 a year.

Note: These provisions partially cover living expenses, and applicants are advised to check the expected living expenses in Hungary before applying.

Deadline

The deadline for applying to the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Program is 15 January 2024 (4 PM Pakistan Time).

More Details

For additional details, candidates can visit the HEC’s Stipendium Hungaricum section on its website or contact 051-111-119-432 or 0334-1119432.

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