Saudi Scholarship Eligibility for Pakistani Students 2026: Age, Marks, CGPA & Requirements

Can Pakistani students apply for fully funded scholarships in Saudi Arabia in 2026?

Yes. Pakistani students can apply for Saudi scholarship programs available to international students, provided they meet the eligibility requirements of the selected university and program.

But being a Pakistani student, having good marks or meeting the general age requirement does not automatically make you eligible for every Saudi scholarship.

Your eligibility can depend on:

• Age
• Previous qualification
• Academic subjects
• Marks or CGPA
• Intended degree level
• Previous field of study
• Language requirements
• Passport
• Medical requirements
• Supporting documents
• University-specific requirements
• Individual program requirements

The Saudi Ministry of Education's general guidance for international scholarship students sets broad admission conditions, while individual universities may apply additional requirements to particular programs.

2026/27 Application Update: LISAN.PK is tracking the announced Study in Saudi application window as 16 September 2026 to 6 October 2026. Refer to our verified Saudi Arabia Scholarship Dates & Deadlines 2026 Guide for timeline tracking. Applicants should confirm live dates on the official Study in Saudi portal when applications open.

If you are planning to apply, the best time to check your eligibility and prepare your documents is before 16 September, not during the final days of the application period. For direct assistance, explore our Saudi Arabia Scholarship Consultancy & Profile Review Service.

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Saudi Scholarship Eligibility 2026: Quick Answer

Here is the simplest way to understand the basic academic progression.

You Want to Apply For	Typical Previous Qualification	Main Questions to Check
Bachelor’s	FSc, FA, ICS, A-Level or equivalent	Age, marks, subjects, language
Master’s	BS, BA, BSc, BBA, BE or equivalent	CGPA, degree relevance, language
PhD	MS, MSc, MPhil, Master’s or equivalent	Age, research fit, previous field, academic record

This table is only a starting point.

The most important rule is this: eligibility can differ by university and individual program.

There is no one percentage, CGPA or IELTS score that should be treated as the requirement for every Saudi scholarship. Once you confirm basic eligibility, browse our complete list of Saudi Arabia Fully Funded Scholarship Programs 2026/27.

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Check Your Saudi Scholarship Eligibility in 60 Seconds

Before searching through hundreds of scholarship programs, answer these eight questions.

1. What Is Your Age?

General Saudi scholarship guidance includes different age limits for Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD applicants.

2. What Is Your Nationality?

Pakistani students applying from Pakistan generally fall under the international/external scholarship category.

3. What Is Your Latest Qualification?

Matric + FSc, FA, ICS, A-Level, BS, BA, BSc, BBA, BE, MSc, MS, or MPhil.

4. What Are Your Marks or CGPA?

Your academic result matters, but there is no universal Saudi scholarship percentage or CGPA applicable to every program.

5. What Did You Study?

Your previous field becomes especially important for Master's and PhD applications.

6. What Do You Want to Study?

Your target program should normally make academic sense in relation to your previous education.

7. What Language Can You Study In?

Saudi programs may use English, Arabic, or a combination of both.

8. Do You Have a Valid Passport?

A valid passport is an important part of the international admission and educational-visa process.

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Saudi Scholarship Age Limit 2026

Age is one of the most important Saudi scholarship eligibility criteria and one of the areas where students frequently receive conflicting information.

The Saudi Ministry of Education's general admission guidance for non-Saudi international scholarship students gives the following age conditions:

Degree Level	General Age Requirement
Bachelor’s	17–25 years
Master’s	Maximum 30 years
PhD	Maximum 35 years

The Ministry states that an undergraduate scholarship student should generally be at least 17 and no more than 25, while the maximum is 30 for Master's and 35 for doctoral study.

However, applicants should still check the specific university and program conditions before applying.

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Saudi Scholarship Age Limit for Bachelor’s

For Bachelor’s scholarships, the Ministry's general rule is:

Minimum age: 17 years
Maximum age: 25 years

For example:

• Age 18 → within the general age range
• Age 21 → within the general age range
• Age 24 → within the general age range
• Age 26 → outside the general undergraduate scholarship range

Being within this range does not automatically guarantee eligibility. You must still meet academic and program requirements. For undergraduate document guidelines, see our Bachelor Scholarship Applications Document Guide.

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Saudi Scholarship Age Limit for Master’s

The general maximum age stated for Master's scholarship applicants is 30 years.

A 27-year-old Pakistani BS graduate may fall within the general age requirement, but the university will still evaluate Bachelor’s degree relevance, CGPA, and prerequisites. Review our Masters Scholarship Documents Guide for details.

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Saudi Scholarship Age Limit for PhD

The general maximum age stated for doctoral scholarship applicants is 35 years. PhD applicants should expect emphasis on research fit and supervisor availability.

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Minimum Percentage & CGPA for Saudi Scholarship 2026

There is no single universal percentage or CGPA for every Saudi scholarship. Statements claiming a strict 60%, 70%, 80%, or 3.0 CGPA apply across all programs are overly generalized.

Check individual university criteria. For Master’s and PhD applicants, academic compatibility matters as much as your marks.

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Saudi Scholarship Requirements for Pakistani Bachelor’s Students

Pakistani students applying for Bachelor's programs may hold FSc Pre-Engineering, FSc Pre-Medical, ICS, FA, A-Level, or equivalent qualifications.

• FSc Pre-Engineering: Potentially eligible for Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, Math, and Computer Science.
• ICS: Eligible for Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, and Data Analytics.
• FA / Arts: Eligible for English, Arabic, Translation, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Islamic Studies.
• FSc Pre-Medical: Note that health/medical clinical degrees (MBBS/Dentistry) generally have distinct admission rules under public scholarship routes.

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Do Pakistani Students Need IELTS or Arabic?

Language requirements vary by program. English-taught degrees in Engineering, AI, Computer Science, and Business may require IELTS or TOEFL proof, while Arabic-medium degrees in Islamic Studies or Literature require Arabic proficiency. For a detailed breakdown of MOI certificates, language test waivers, and university rules, read our complete Saudi Scholarship Without IELTS 2026 Guide.

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Saudi Scholarship Passport & Medical Requirements

• Passport: Must have at least 6 months validity from the intended date of entry. Ensure spelling matches across academic certificates.
• Medical Report: Freedom from infectious diseases certified by an authorized medical facility.
• Police Clearance Certificate: Required to demonstrate absence of criminal precedents.

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Do Pakistani Academic Documents Need Attestation & Translation?

Yes. Academic documents must be authenticated by competent authorities (HEC, IBCC, MOFA) and translated into Arabic by certified translators.

Review our complete Required Documents Checklist for Saudi Scholarships, read our Saudi Scholarship Certified Arabic Translation Guide, or request professional translation via our Certified Arabic Translation Page.

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How to Apply & Important Dates

Follow our step-by-step portal filing guide: How to Apply for Saudi Scholarship: Portal & Document Guide.

Tracked Application Window:

• Opening Date: 16 September 2026
• Closing Date: 6 October 2026

Prepare your passport, certified translations, and attestations before September 16.

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Eligible? Now Find Programs You Can Apply For

Once you have verified your eligibility, search for matching degree programs in our comprehensive catalog:

👉 Saudi Arabia Fully Funded Scholarship Programs 2026/27: Bachelor, Master & PhD List

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Reviewed and prepared by the LISAN.PK Editorial Team.

Disclaimer: LISAN.PK provides independent scholarship information, education guidance and document-support services. LISAN.PK is not affiliated with the Saudi Ministry of Education, Study in Saudi or any Saudi university. Scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application dates may change.