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Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships

Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS/ESKAS), Switzerland · Switzerland

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships fund early-career researchers to undertake a full PhD or a one-year doctoral research stay at Swiss universities and ETH institutions. Pakistani master's graduates apply through the ESKAS portal and must secure a Swiss supervisor first.

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Deadline

16 days

Saturday, 31 October 2026

Pakistan deadline 31 Oct 2026, as announced by HEC; apply via the ESKAS portal.

What it covers

  • Monthly stipend of CHF 2,450
  • Health insurance
  • Rental deposit allowance
  • Half-Fare Travelcard
  • Return flight allowance (tuition not covered)

Who can apply

  • Pakistani citizen
  • Master's degree
  • Maximum age 35
  • Swiss academic supervisor support

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How to apply

  1. 1Find a Swiss supervisor
  2. 2Prepare research proposal
  3. 3Apply through the ESKAS portal
  4. 4Shortlisted candidates are reviewed by FCS

Tips from successful applicants

  • Contact supervisors early
  • Postdoc fellowships not offered in 2027–28

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