Scholarship Program Announced for Children and Spouses of Overseas Pakistanis

Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF) has announced a new scholarship initiative under the Overseas Pakistanis Education Fund (OPEF) to support children and spouses of overseas Pakistanis pursuing higher education across the country.

The program aims to reduce financial pressure on families by offering educational assistance to students enrolled in intermediate, undergraduate, and postgraduate programs. It also covers professional degrees such as MBBS, BDS, engineering, and master’s-level studies, ensuring broader access to quality education for eligible candidates.

According to officials, applicants must have secured at least 60 percent marks or a minimum 2.5 CGPA in their most recent examinations to qualify for the scholarship. Additionally, eligibility requires that either a parent or spouse of the applicant be a registered OPF member through the Protector of Emigrants system, while the total monthly family income must not exceed Rs200,000.

The scholarship policy further states that candidates who are already receiving financial assistance from another scholarship program during the same academic year will not be eligible. However, special provisions have been included for children of deceased OPF members, allowing them to apply under compassionate grounds.

Officials emphasized that the initiative is designed to expand educational opportunities for overseas Pakistani families and promote access to higher education by easing financial constraints. The program is expected to benefit a large number of students across Pakistan seeking support for their academic and professional careers.