The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has invited applications from Pakistani and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) nationals under the Chinese Government Scholarship Program (CGSP) for 2024-25 for BS, MS, and Ph.D. programs.
Here are the important details you should know about CGSP 2024-25.
Programs Offered
Scholarships under the CGSP 2024-25 are being offered at the following levels:
- Undergraduate (4-5 years of study tenure).
- Master’s (2-3 years of study tenure).
- Doctoral (3-4 years of research tenure).
Mandatory 1-2 years of Chinese language preparatory classes will also be offered during the study or research tenure.
Areas of Study
- Science
- Engineering
- Agriculture
- Medicine
- Economics
- Legal Studies
- Management
- Education
- History
- Literature
- Philosophy
- Fine Arts
- Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be Pakistani and AJK nationals and permanent residents of Pakistan and AJK. Dual nationals are not eligible.
- For BS scholarships, applicants must possess a relevant qualification (Intermediate/A-level/FA/FSc/12 years of education) by the closing date.
- They must be aged under 25 years on or before the closing date.
- For MS scholarships, applicants must possess a relevant first-class qualification (BS/16 years of education) by the closing date.
- They must be aged under 35 years on or before the closing date.
- For Ph.D. scholarships, applicants must possess a relevant first-class qualification (MS/MPhil/17-18 years of education) by the closing date.
- They must be aged under 40 years on or before the closing date.
- All applicants must also meet the application requirements of CSC and the admission requirements of the respective Chinese universities.
- All applicants are required to provide HAT or USAT test score. Applicant must have obtained a minimum score of 50 out of 100 in HAT or USAT test.
- Without providing minimum HAT or USAT test score (50 out of 100), applications will not be considered for further process.
- How to Apply
- Applicants must apply online at both the CSC and HEC portals. Applications sent through any other mode will not be entertained.
- In case applicants fail to apply at both portals, their applications will not be considered.
- It is also advised that applicants provide all supporting documents in the required format. Otherwise, their applications will be rejected.
- HEC Online Portal
- Applicants can apply for CGSP 2024-25 through HEC’s Online Portal after registering and fulfilling their profiles.
- CSC Online Portal
- Applicants can apply for the CGSP 2024-25 through the CSC’s Online Portal after selecting program Type: A and Agency No.5861. Applicants can also apply through this portal as well.
- Documents Required
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit the following documents:
- Copy of signed application forms downloaded from both HEC and CSC Online Portals along with original fee submission receipt/deposit slip.
- Attested copies of all educational degrees, CNIC/B-form, Domicile, and equivalence certificates issued by IBCC or HEC.
- A study plan or research proposal consisting of 200 words for BS, 500 words for MS, and 800 words for Ph.D. Copies of research publications and achievements only for Ph.D. candidates.
- Two original recommendation/reference letters by professors/associate professors of previous institutions. (Only for MS and Ph.D. candidates)
- Language proficiency certificates or IELTS/TOEFL/HSK score (where applicable).
- Copy of passport valid till 1 March 2025.
- Copy of medical examination issued by a government-certified physician.
- Copy of police clearance certificate not older than six months.
- NOC from the employer in case of employment of applicants.
- Benefits
- Undergraduate students will receive a stipend of CNY 2,500 per month under CGSP 2024-25, Master’s students CNY 3,000 per month, and Ph.D. students CNY 3,500 per month.
- Chinese universities will be responsible for covering education fees, administration costs, health insurance, and other expenditures to support academic activities.
- Deadline
- The last date to apply for the CGSP 2024-25 for both HEC and CSC portals is Thursday, December 28, 2023 (23:59 PM Pakistan Standard Time).