Higher Education Commission has announced a Scholarship Program for students of Gilgit-Baltistan to study in top Pakistani universities or institutions.

An official of HEC said the applications have been invited from outstanding students of Gilgit-Baltistan who intend to pursue undergraduate studies from HEC-recognized public sector universities.

The applicants who are already availing any other scholarship are not eligible to apply while the maximum age limit is 22 years as of closing date of application submission.

The candidates will be shortlisted based on their scores in Aptitude Test and academic credentials in which the candidates must secure at least 50 percent marks.

The application can be submitted online through: http://eportal.hec.gov.pk.

The last date for submission of the application in 30th of this month.

Source: Radio Pakistan