The Punjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF), a non-profit organization established under Section 42 of the Companies Act 2017, is crucial in promoting higher education in Punjab, Pakistan. One of its flagship programs is the CHIEF MINISTER MERIT SCHOLARSHIP (CMMS) PROGRAM, a testament to the government’s commitment to nurturing academic excellence.
FULLY FUNDED INTERNATIONAL PhD Scholarships
This program offers FULLY FUNDED INTERNATIONAL PhD Scholarships to exceptional Pakistani students pursuing doctoral studies at the Top 50 QS Ranked Universities worldwide. The 2025-26 INTAKE is now open, presenting a unique opportunity for aspiring scholars to embark on a transformative academic journey.
Subject Areas
A diverse range of subjects are covered, including Life Sciences, Medicine, Engineering, Technology, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Arts. This broad spectrum ensures that students from various disciplines have the chance to contribute significantly to research and innovation.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must have secured a PhD admission offer from one of the designated Universities and maintain a consistent academic record with at least 60% marks throughout their academic career. Furthermore, their monthly family income should not exceed Rs. 200,000/-, and they must be below 35 years of age as of 30th April 2025. Prior recipients of any foreign scholarship are not eligible for this program.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can download the Scholarship application form from the official PEEF website at https://www.peef.org.pk/cmms. The duly filled form, along with all the required documents, must be submitted to the peef office within the specified due date.
Note
It’s important to note that the scholarship offer cannot be deferred to the next year. Additionally, Permanent and regular faculty members of public sector teaching and educational institutions in Pakistan are not eligible to apply. While preference is given to students with Punjab domicile, the program also includes a special quota for other provinces, including AJ&K, Gilgit Baltistan (GB), and the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT).
The responsibility of securing University admission and obtaining a Visa rests with the applicant. The CMMS Selection Committee‘s decision regarding scholarship awards is final.
Fahad Munir is a seasoned journalist and editor at Awam PK, specializing in sharing accurate and timely news, job updates, and educational information to the Pakistani audience.