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Higher Education Commission, Pakistan
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FACULTY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME Overseas Scholarships for Public Sector Universities
Applications ore invited for oword of MS/Phd scholarships for following public sector universities
? Bolochiston University of Information Technology. Engineering and Management Sciences (Muslim Gogh Campus)
? FATA University Dona Adam Khel. FR Kohot
? Ghazi University. Dera Ghozi Khan ? Khushhal Khan Khattak University, Karak
? Lasbela University of Agriculture, Water and Marine Sciences. Uthal. (Agriculture College at Dera Murod Jamoli)
Notional University of Modern Languages, Islamabad
? Notional Textile University. Faisalabad (Karachi Campus) ,
National Institute of Science and Technical Education (Skill University). Islamabad
? Sardor Bahadur Khan Women University. Quetta (Campus at Pishin & Khuzdar)
? The University of Agriculture. Peshawar (Technology Development Centre)
? The University of Lakki marvat
? University of Baltistan,Skardu
• University of Kotli ,Azad Jammu & Kashmir
University of SIBI Bolochiston
APPLICATION PROCEDURE



INTRODUCTION
The Faculty Development Programme has been designed for capacity enhancement of selected universities. The purpose of the FDP is to encourage and reward existing faculty for developing their teaching skills in key areas of their expertise. It caters to enhance the education level and encourage the young non-PhD faculty members so that they can contribute in nation building with their technical and professional enhanced knowledge. The programme focuses on strengthening of university academic programmes through foreign qualified faculty and enhancing effectiveness of teaching and learning at Pakistan. It will also bring opportunities to develop research projects and simultaneously build capacity in the education system of both the partner countries.
The program provides an opportunity of learning abroad for research and development as non-PhD faculty members of selected universities to pursue their PhD degree abroad. The Programme offers PhD scholarships in specific disciplines for each participating university.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
• Pakistani / AJK nationals
• Must have Bachelors/Masters (16 years) for MS scholarship and MS/ M.Phil in relevant field for Ph.D scholarship.
• Must have first division (in annual examination system) or CGPA 3.0 out of 4.0 or 75% marks in the final degree for PhD Scholarships.
• Must have 60% marks or CGPA 2.50 out of 4.0 in the final degree for MS Scholarships.
• Maximum two second divisions and no third division throughout academic career.
• Maximum age on closing date for MS scholarship:
1. 35 years for full time faculty members of University;
2. 30 years for all others.
• Maximum age on closing date for PhD scholarship:
1. 40 years for full time faculty members of University;
2. 35 years for all others.
• Must have obtained requisite qualification on or before closing date i.e 5th March 2019.
• Those who are availing any other scholarship are not eligible to apply.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Note: Faculty Development Program (Overseas Scholarship) has been announced on 3rdFebruary 2019. Please carefully read following terms & conditions before submitting application.
1. The scholarships will be awarded in specific subject areas for each participating university. The institution wise list of subjects and detail of MS & PhD scholarships is available on HEC website http://hec.gov.pk/site/fdpos.
2. A candidate may choose maximum of three participating Universities provided the scholarship is being offered by multiple universities in that subject area.
3. Applicants are required to fill the information through online application process. Requests for amendment will not be entertained after submission of online application.
4. Only females can apply for Sardar Bahadur Khan Women University, Quetta.
5. HEC may conduct scholarship test and/or interview for shortlisting. The candidates will be informed about test/interview via email.
6. Applications will be processed on the basis of online data / information provided by the applicants. In case any information is found to be untrue/ misrepresented at any stage; the application will be rejected.
7. Scholarships for National Institute of Science & Technical Education (Skill University), Islamabad will be awarded only to those candidates who will obtain registration as "Graduate/Professional Engineering Technologist" with National Technology Council (NTC), Pakistan.
8. Candidates who are not faculty member already, will go through the selection process independently carried out by the respective University.
9. Successful scholars will be appointed without pay & allowances till completion of their studies. The emoluments will start once they join the sponsoring university after successful completion of the studies abroad.
10. In-service applicants and faculty members at universities; other than those mentioned in this advertisement, will also go through same selection procedure as explained above; in case they are considered for award of scholarship.
11. Award of scholarship will only be confirmed after faculty appointment and grant of study leave as per rules of the University.
12. Candidates will have to secure admission in the international universities/ countries with whom HEC has agreement. For further detail about countries/international universities please visit http://hec.gov.pk/english/scholarshipsgrants/Guidelines/Pages/ default.aspx.
13. Awardees will have to execute a bond with HEC and respective university to serve the same university for 5 and 3 years after completion of PhD and MS studies respectively. No request for change of University for the purpose of service bond will be entertained in any case.
HOW TO APPLY

• Applicants are required to submit online Application via http://eportal.hec.gov.pk/ofdp
• Original online deposit slip OR ATM transfer slip of Rs 500/- (non–refundable) as application processing fee in favour of DG Finance, HEC must be uploaded on HEC e-portal. Fee can be deposited in Account Number 1742-79001334-01, Habib Bank Ltd through any bank.
• "Please note that ONLY Submitted Applications will be processed further. Saved applications do not complete online application process hence will not be considered"




FAQS
1. I meet the eligibility criteria but I am not a faculty member, can I apply?
Yes.
2. I am a faculty member at Public/Private University not mentioned in the advertisement. Can I apply?

Yes, subject to fulfilment of eligibility criteria. In-service candidates are advised to obtain NOC from current employer.
3. I am unable to select more than one/two university (ies) for the subject area of my choice. Why?

Either that subject area is not being offered for more universities or there may be some problem with the server. Please visit http://hec.gov.pk/site/fdpos for institution wise list of subject areas. In case the problem persist please email at fdpos@hec.gov.pk.
4. I will finish my Bachelors/Masters/M.Phil immediately after 5th March 2019. Can I apply?

No.
5. I am currently enrolled in PhD at local university, can I apply?

Yes. However, you will have to start afresh in case you are selected for overseas scholarship.
6. I am currently enrolled in PhD at a foreign University (included in top 300 QS world ranking); can I apply?

Yes. However, you will have to make sure that you physically go through the selection process. In case of absence, your application will not be processed further.
7. I am full time regular/contract faculty member at public/private University, can I get age relaxation?

Yes.
8. Do I need prior registration as "Graduate/Professional Engineering Technologists" with National Technology Council, Pakistan in order to apply for MS scholarship?

No. However, it is advised to apply for registration as soon as it is open. The selection will be confirmed to registered candidates only. For details on registration process, please visit http://www.ntc-hec.org.pk/instructonlineapps.php.
9. I am a faculty member at Public Sector University not mentioned in the advertisement. Will I have to leave current employment, if I am selected for the scholarship?

Yes. You will have to resign and will be appointed afresh by the sponsoring university without pay and allowances till completion of your studies.
10. Do I need to get my degrees attested in order to apply for the scholarship?

No. However, award of scholarship will only be confirmed once the degrees are attested by HEC.
11. How much is the funding?

It covers maintenance allowance and tuition fee as per approval of the relevant project. For some universities candidates will need to secure University scholarships as per agreement between HEC and foreign university. Nonetheless, the scholarship is sufficient only for the scholar and does not provide financial coverage for any dependants. For further information please visit http://hec.gov.pk/english/scholarshipsgrants/Guidelines/Pages/ default.aspx
12. I am at advance stage of foreign PhD, will I receive funding for the past session, in case I get selected?

No. In case of selection, you will only receive funding for the remaining duration i.e from date of award of scholarship.
13. I was awarded HEC scholarship in the past, but I could not complete studies. Am I eligible to apply?

Please obtain NOC from concerned scholarship project office of HEC.

14. When is the best time to apply for scholarships?

Immediately after publication of advertisement in print media and HEC website. Only the submitted applications will be entertained and saved applications will not be considered.
15. What is the application deadline?
5th March 2019, 12:00 midnight.
16. Is there any application processing fee?
At the time of submitting application, Rs.500/- only has to be deposited in HEC, HBL Account Number 1742-79001334-01, in favor Director General Finance, HEC.
17. Will the scholarship cover fee for international examinations such as GRE/GMAT, TOEFL/IELTS, if required?
No. The scholars will have to satisfy admission requirements of foreign universities themselves.
18. Do I need to have prior admission in foreign University?
No. However, candidates are encouraged to search for suitable universities and supervisors beforehand.
19. Whom to contact, in case of any query?
Ms Sara Siraj Abbasi
Assistant Project Manager
Faculty Development Program (Overseas Scholarships)
Email: fdpos@hec.gov.pk
UAN: 051-111-119-432

List of Universities for MS Mphill and Phd with subjects :
SN University Name Discipline Subject Area Business Administration Public Administration Computer Science Information Technology Social Sciences Economics Petroleum & Gas Engineering Renewable Energy Physical Sciences Geology Food Technology Forestry & Range Management Physical Sciences Computer Science Social Sciences Sociology Livestock Management Livestock Medicine Civil Engineering Technology Electrical Engineering Technology Electronics Engineering Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology Arts & Humanities English Literature Physical Sciences Computer Science Education Religious Studies Theology Arts & Humanities English Literature Botany Zoology Chemistry Computer Science Cultural Studies English Literature Media Studies Tourism & Hospitality GIS & Remote Sensing Water Resource Engineering Computer Science Geology Arts & Humanities English Linguistic Botany Zoology Engineering & Technology Information Technology Entrepreneurship Human Resource Management Computer Science Chemistry Mathematics Physics Education Political Science Sardar Bahadur Khan Women University, Quetta (SubCampus at Pishin & Khuzdar) 5 Balochistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS), Muslim Bagh Subcampus, Qilla-saifullah. 1 2 Khushal Khan Khattak University, Karak Lasbela University of Agriculture, Water & Marine Sciences, Uthal (Agriculture College at Dera Murad Jamali)
6 7 University of Baltistan, Skardu 8 University of Lakki Marwat Mir Chakar Khan Rind University, Sibi, Balochistan Social Sciences Physical Sciences Management Sciences & Business Education Biological Sciences Physical Sciences Engineering & Technology Arts & Humanities Social Sciences Physical Sciences Biological Sciences Instituition wise List of Subject Areas for FDP MS Overseas Scholarships (Advertised on 3rd February 2019) Engineering & Technology Veterinary Sciences Agriculture Sciences Engineering & Technology Management Sciences & Business Education Physical Sciences National Institue of Science & Technical Education (Skill University), Islamabad
SN University Name Discipline Subject Area Arts & Humanities English Literature Engineering & Technology Information Technology Computer Science Statistics Social Sciences Political Science Arts & Humanities English Literature Bioinformatics Renewable Energy Physical Sciences Computer Science Social Sciences Mass Communication Polymer Engineering Textile Engineering English Literature Hindi Climate Change & Crop Modeling (Observation and Projections in Agriculture) Climate Change & Crop Production, Adaptation and Mitigation Climatology & Meteorology with respect to Integrated Water Resource Management English Literature Tourism & Hospitality Engineering & Technology GIS & Remote Sensing Computer Science Statistics Arts & Humanities English Literature Engineering & Technology Electronics Journalism Mass Communication Political Science Arts & Humanities English Literature Information Technology Software Engineering Banking Business Administration Commerce Entrepreneurship Finance Public Administration Computer Science Environmental Sciences Mathematics Statistics Economics Education Law Sociology Arts & Humanities English Literature Engineering & Technology Information Technology Finance Marketing Botany Chemistry Computer Science Mathematics Physics Zoology Education Political Science Instituition wise List of Subject Areas for FDP PhD Overseas Scholarships (Advertised on 3rd February 2019) Physical Sciences Social Sciences Management Sciences & Business Education Physical Sciences Social Sciences Arts & Humanities Physical Sciences Social Sciences Engineering & Technology Management Sciences & Business Education Physical Sciences Engineering & Technology Engineering & Technology Arts & Humanities Agriculture Sciences University of FATA, Darra Adam Khel, FR Kohat University of Kotli, AJK 9 University of Lakki Marwat, Lakki Marwat 8 7 1 Ghazi University, Dera Ghazi Khan National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad University of Agriculture, Peshawar University of Baltistan, Skardu 5 6 4 2 Khushal Khan Khattak University, Karak 3 National Textile University, Faisalabad (Karachi Campus)
LAST DATE : March 5, 2019
Atiya Rosool, Project Coordinator Higher Education Commission, Islamabad Email: fdpos@hec.gov.pk I UAN:051-111-119432.0334-111.44-32 hecpa kistan2002 • hecpkofficial