BERN, Switzerland (Kashmir English): The Swiss government has opened applications for the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2026–2027, offering Pakistani researchers and students the opportunity to pursue research and advanced academic studies in the country.
The prestigious program offers scholarships for research, PhD, and postdoctoral fellowships, enabling scholars to work at Swiss universities, federal institutes of technology, and renowned research entities.
The announcement says that the scholarships aim to foster international exchange and research cooperation between Switzerland and more than 180 countries, including Pakistan.
The opportunity is exclusively for the highly qualified Pakistani researchers and graduates who are eager to contribute to academia, innovation, and cross-cultural knowledge exchange.
Key details about scholarships
Deadline to Apply: 30 September 2025
Opportunities: PhD, Research, and Postdoctoral Fellowships
Application Portal: https://go.eskas.ch/LoginServlet
Successful candidates will be entitled to receiving financial support covering tuition fees, a monthly stipend, accommodation allowance, health insurance, and airfare, depending on the category of the award.
Such scholarships enable Pakistan’s youth to strengthen their academic credentials while building global research linkages.
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are considered highly competitive. The applicants are evaluated on the basis of academic merit, research potential, and the relevance of their projects to Swiss institutions.
