Pakistanis Can Pursue Master’s and PhD in Switzerland With CHF 2,450 Monthly Stipend

The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship 2027–2028 is accepting applications from international students, including Pakistanis, who plan to study or conduct research at Swiss higher education institutions.

Providing financial support to selected candidates, the scholarship offers a monthly stipend of CHF 2,450 to help cover living expenses. The funding period starts on September 1, 2027, and initially continues for 12 months.

The Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS/ESKAS) manages the selection process and chooses candidates based on a competitive evaluation. Students who maintain satisfactory academic progress may receive funding for up to 36 months.

Interested applicants must submit their applications for the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship 2027–2028 by October 31, 2026.

Scholarship Details

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship 2027

The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship supports talented international students, researchers, and artists by promoting academic exchange and research cooperation between Switzerland and other countries.

For the 2027–2028 academic year, the scholarship is available for applicants from 183 countries, including Pakistan.

The programme supports Master’s and PhD-level studies and research at Swiss higher education institutions. Applicants from different academic fields can apply according to their selected scholarship category.

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship for Master’s Students

The scholarship supports students who want to continue Master’s-level studies or research in Switzerland. Applicants must complete a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification by July 31, 2027.

Students need to prepare a research project and secure support from an academic supervisor at a Swiss higher education institution.

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship for PhD Students

PhD applicants must meet the admission requirements of their selected doctoral programme and secure supervision from a Swiss academic institution.

Candidates must submit a detailed research plan explaining their research objectives, methodology, and timeline.

The scholarship supports full-time research activities at Swiss higher education institutions across different academic disciplines.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the academic and research requirements set by the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship 2027 before applying.

The scholarship is open to talented international students and researchers who plan to study or conduct research at Swiss higher education institutions.

Master’s applicants must complete a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification by July 31, 2027.

Applicants need to prepare a research project and secure support from an academic supervisor at a Swiss university or research institution.

Candidates must submit a detailed research plan with a timeline and a letter of support from their Swiss academic supervisor.

Applicants should also fulfil the admission requirements of their selected Swiss institution and provide all required documents during the application process.

What Does the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship Cover?

Selected scholars receive financial support during their studies or research period in Switzerland.

The scholarship provides a monthly allowance of CHF 2,450 to help cover basic living expenses for one person.

The funding initially lasts for one year. The FCS can renew the scholarship twice, allowing eligible students to receive support for a maximum period of 36 months.

For applicants from non-EU/EFTA countries, the scholarship also covers compulsory health insurance premiums. Recipients receive a one-time CHF 600 rental-deposit allowance and a Half-Fare Travelcard for public transportation.

Non-EU/EFTA scholars may also receive a return flight allowance based on their country of origin. However, the scholarship does not cover tuition fees or semester fees.

English Language Requirements

Applicants must provide proof of English language ability according to the programme requirements.

Documents Required

Applicants should prepare the following documents:

• Academic transcripts.
• Degree certificates.
• Research proposal.
• Detailed research plan with timeline.
• Letter of support from a Swiss academic supervisor.
• Language test results.
• Recommendation letters.
• Other supporting documents required by the scholarship.

Opportunities for Pakistani Students

The scholarship provides Pakistani students with an opportunity to continue higher education and research at Swiss institutions.

Selected scholars can work with Swiss academic supervisors and gain experience in an international research environment.

The programme supports academic exchange and helps strengthen research cooperation between Switzerland and other countries.

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship Application Process

Applicants should first identify a suitable academic supervisor in Switzerland and receive confirmation of support for their proposed research project.

After preparing the required documents, candidates can submit their applications according to the application process set for their country of origin.

The Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS/ESKAS) reviews applications through a competitive selection process.

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