Last verified on 30 August 2026 against official Saudi Ministry of Education guidelines.
If you are a Pakistani student planning to apply for a fully funded scholarship in Saudi Arabia for the 2026/2027 academic cycle, having accurate date information is critical. Every year, thousands of candidates prepare their documents too late or follow outdated schedule claims found on unofficial blogs.
This guide provides the official application dates, university deadlines, and step-by-step document preparation rules for the 2026 Study in Saudi scholarship cycle.
Official 2026 Saudi Scholarship Application Schedule
According to official Saudi Ministry of Education specifications on the unified Study in Saudi portal (studyinsaudi.sa), the primary application window for international candidates is structured as follows:
| Milestone | Verified Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Document Preparation Window | Current – 15 September 2026 | ACTIVE: Prepare & Translate Documents |
| Official Application Start | 16 September 2026 | Portal Opens |
| Official Application Closing | 6 October 2026 | Portal Closes |
| Target Academic Cycle | 2026 / 2027 Academic Year | Undergraduate & Postgraduate |
📌 Current Status Notice: Applications for the unified 2026 cycle open on September 16, 2026. Students are strongly advised to complete all certified document translations and attestation reviews before the portal opens to avoid last-minute submission bottlenecks.
For complete assistance with application packages, visit our Saudi Scholarship Consultancy & Application Hub or browse our complete Fully Funded Saudi Scholarship Programs 2026/27 Catalogue.
Participating Saudi Universities (Unified Portal & Specific Intakes)
The unified Saudi government scholarship system covers major public universities across the Kingdom, including:
- King Saud University (KSU) – Riyadh
Offers broad undergraduate and postgraduate seats in engineering, computer science, science, and humanities. - King Abdulaziz University (KAU) – Jeddah
High-ranked research institution offering fully funded Master's and PhD programs as well as undergraduate seats. - Islamic University of Madinah (IU) – Madinah
Dedicated undergraduate and postgraduate seats in Islamic studies, Shariah, engineering, and sciences. - King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) – Dhahran
Premier STEM institute with separate graduate application deadlines for specialized research programs.
Crucial Document Translation Requirements for Pakistani Applicants
A primary reason Pakistani applications are rejected or marked "incomplete" by university admission committees is missing or improper Arabic translation.
Mandatory Documents Requiring Certified Arabic Translation:
- Matriculation Certificate & Result Card / Marksheet
- Intermediate (FSc / FA / A-Level) Certificate & Marksheet
- Bachelor’s Degree & Detailed Transcript (for Master’s / PhD applicants)
- Character Certificate / Police Clearance Certificate
- National ID Card (CNIC) or B-Form
- Medical Fitness Certificate
All translations must be issued by a recognized certified translation company, stamped, signed, and formatted to match official Saudi admission standards.
Action Plan Before September 16
To ensure your application is submitted on day one of the portal opening:
- Audit Original Documents: Ensure spelling of your name, father's name, and date of birth match exactly across your Passport, CNIC, and educational certificates.
- Get Certified Arabic Translations: Send scanned copies of your original documents to Lisan.pk Certified Translation Service.
- Verify File Formats: Scan all original certificates and their Arabic translations into clear, high-resolution PDFs (usually under 2MB per file as required by
studyinsaudi.sa). - Shortlist Programs: Select your preferred universities and degree disciplines in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When do applications open for the Saudi Arabia Fully Funded Scholarship 2026?
Official Study in Saudi portal applications open on September 16, 2026, and close on October 6, 2026 for international applicants.
Q: Can Pakistani students apply for Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD scholarships?
Yes. The unified Study in Saudi portal covers fully funded seats across Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs for Pakistani applicants.
Q: Are Urdu-issued educational certificates accepted directly on the portal?
No. All documents must be accompanied by certified Arabic translations. Submitting untranslated Urdu certificates will result in application rejection.
Q: How long does document preparation and certified translation take?
Standard translation takes 2–3 business days. It is strongly advised to complete your document review and translation before September 16 to ensure a smooth submission.
Q: Where is the official application portal located?
The single official portal for Saudi government scholarship applications is studyinsaudi.sa (managed by the Saudi Ministry of Education).
Verified Official Sources
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Written by Lisan.pk Editorial Team
Expert consultant at Lisan.pk specializing in international document legalization and translation services.
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