The Alfalah Scholarship Scheme (AFSS) has opened applications for its scholarship programme, offering financial assistance to talented and deserving students who face financial difficulties in continuing their education.
The scholarship programme supports students at different levels of education, including Intermediate, DAE, Graduation, BS (Hons), Master’s, LLB, Engineering and Medical programmes. According to the organisation’s latest information, Alfalah has supported 5,735 scholars and disbursed more than Rs650 million since its establishment in 1998.
Levels: Matric, Inter, Bachelor, MS/MPhil
Fields: All Fields
Local
Need Based
All Pakistan
31-10-2026
Applications for the current scholarship cycle are being accepted from August 1 to October 31, giving eligible students until October 31, 2026 to submit their applications.
Alfalah Scholarship 2026 – Key Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship | Alfalah Scholarship Scheme |
| Eligible students | Needy and academically deserving students |
| Study levels | Intermediate, DAE, Graduation, BS (Hons), Master's and professional programmes |
| Application opening | August 1, 2026 |
| Last date | October 31, 2026 |
| Academic requirement | 70% in Matric or 65% in Intermediate/DAE and above |
| Minority applicants | Minimum 60% marks |
| Application | Online through Alfalah Scholarship portal |
| Scholarship type | Monthly financial assistance |
Who Can Apply for Alfalah Scholarship?
The programme is primarily intended for students who are academically capable but facing serious financial hardship.
According to the latest eligibility information published by Alfalah Scholarship Scheme, applicants generally need to meet the following requirements:
- Students must demonstrate genuine financial need.
- Applicants should have at least 70% marks in Matric or 65% marks in Intermediate/DAE and higher levels.
- Minority students can apply with a minimum of 60% marks.
- Applicants must be bona fide students of recognised educational institutions.
- Students should not already be receiving financial assistance from another scholarship provider such as PEEF, HEC or another NGO.
- Students enrolled in elite or lavish institutions are not eligible.
The organisation verifies both the academic record and financial circumstances of applicants before making the final selection.
Which Programmes Are Covered?
The Alfalah Scholarship Scheme provides support across several education levels. Its current programme information lists monthly assistance for:
- Intermediate
- DAE
- Graduation
- BS (Hons)
- Master's
- LLB
- Engineering
- Medical education
The latest published scholarship information indicates monthly disbursements of approximately Rs5,000 for Intermediate/DAE, Rs8,000 for Graduation and BS/Master's/LLB, and Rs10,000 for Engineering and Medical programmes.
Scholarship Is Based on Need and Merit
Alfalah follows a need-cum-merit approach, meaning academic performance alone does not guarantee selection.
The organisation evaluates the applicant's academic record along with factors such as:
- Family income
- Number of dependents
- Financial circumstances
- Academic performance
- Existing financial support
Financial information may be independently verified before a scholarship is approved. Selection is also subject to the availability of funds.
Scholarship Recipients Expected to Give Back
One distinctive feature of the Alfalah Scholarship model is its emphasis on creating a continuing cycle of educational support.
Students receiving assistance are expected, after completing their education and becoming financially independent, to return the support by sponsoring another deserving student. This allows the assistance received by one student to eventually help another young person continue their education.
Documents Required
Applicants should be prepared to provide supporting documents with their application. These may include:
- Applicant's CNIC, where applicable
- Father/guardian's CNIC
- Recent photographs
- Current electricity bill
- Salary slip or pension document of the relevant family member
- Previous examination results
- Latest fee slip
- Bonafide certificate from the educational institution
The bonafide certificate should clearly mention the student's programme and its starting and ending dates and must be properly signed and stamped by the relevant institution.
Applicants should use the latest application form and ensure that all required information is completed. Alfalah warns that incomplete applications or outdated forms may be rejected.
How to Apply for Alfalah Scholarship 2026
Students can apply through the official Alfalah Scholarship Scheme application portal.
Applicants should:
- Open the official scholarship application portal.
- Download/use the latest application form.
- Enter all required information accurately.
- Prepare the required supporting documents.
- Complete the application according to the instructions.
- Submit it before the deadline.
Application Portal: Alfalah Scholarship – Apply Now
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the Alfalah Scholarship 2026 is October 31, 2026. The organisation's current application page states that applications are received from August 1 through October 31.
Students facing financial difficulties are advised to apply well before the closing date and ensure that their forms and supporting documents are complete.
Important Note
The Alfalah Scholarship Scheme is different from the organisation's separate Education Loan programme. The Education Loan is structured as an interest-free Qarz-e-Hasna, while the scholarship programme provides financial assistance to eligible students under its scholarship criteria.
