ISLAMABAD — Pakistani students aiming to pursue higher education in the United Kingdom have received encouraging news as applications for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship 2026 are now open.
The prestigious award, established by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, provides full financial support for postgraduate study at the University of Cambridge. It covers tuition fees, living costs, travel expenses, and additional academic allowances.
According to the scholarship program, students from Pakistan are strongly encouraged to apply, with emphasis placed on candidates who demonstrate outstanding academic ability, leadership potential, and a commitment to improving the lives of others.
Education experts describe the opportunity as a “life-changing chance” for bright Pakistani scholars to gain access to one of the world’s leading universities and to return home equipped with global expertise.
The deadline for applications varies depending on the course of study, with most deadlines set between October and December 2025.
