Pakistani students seeking Master’s or PhD opportunities abroad can apply for the fully funded Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme 2026, which supports exceptional researchers to study and conduct research at top Irish universities. The scholarship provides financial support including a stipend of around €25,000 per year, tuition coverage up to €5,750 annually, and research funds of approximately €3,250 for travel, materials, and fieldwork. It is available for up to two years for Master’s by research programs and up to four years for PhDs, with a start date of 1 September 2026, and is open to students from all nationalities, including Pakistan.
Eligible applicants should have a strong academic record, be starting a new Master’s or PhD research program (or be within the first year), secure a primary supervisor at a recognized Irish research institution, and prepare a compelling research proposal. The scholarship is administered by the Irish Research Council and funded by the Government of Ireland, aiming to promote advanced global research talent.
The application process involves finding a supervisor, preparing a research proposal aligned with Ireland’s research priorities, creating an online account on the Irish Research Council portal, uploading required documents such as transcripts, CV, proposal, personal statement, and supervisor confirmation, and submitting the application before the deadline. Supervisor and institutional endorsements follow submission, and results are typically announced in April, with the program commencing in September.
Application dates for 2026 include the call opening on 11 September 2025, application deadline on 23 October 2025, supervisor endorsement by 6 November 2025, and institutional endorsement by 13 November 2025. This scholarship provides not only financial support but also research development, academic independence, and global exposure, enabling scholars to join a prestigious network, participate in conferences, publish research, and contribute to impactful projects.
Pakistani students interested in advancing their research careers and gaining international credentials should consider this fully funded program as a significant opportunity for academic growth and professional development.
