Hey, if you’re a talented student from Pakistan with strong academics but facing financial challenges to continue your education, the Dalda Foundation Scholarship 2026 (also called Dalda Foundation Trust – DFT Scholarship) is one of the best local opportunities available. This program helps deserving students pursue intermediate, bachelor’s, or master’s degrees in Pakistan covering tuition, monthly stipends, and sometimes hostel fees.
Dalda Foundation Trust focuses on health and education, and their scholarship has supported thousands of students (over 5,000 awarded so far). It’s merit + need-based and includes personality development and leadership training to help you become a confident, responsible professional.
As of late February 2026, the 2025-2026 cycle closed in October 2025, but the program runs annually. The next cycle (2026-2027 academic year) is expected to open soon typically announcements in July, applications from mid-July to mid-October. Let’s cover everything you need to know.
Eligibility Criteria
From recent cycles, here are the main requirements:
- Pakistani national (including Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir residents)
- Permanent resident of Pakistan/AJK/GB
- High academic performance:
- 80%+ marks in Matric (for science/pre-engineering/pre-medical/ICS streams)
- Sometimes 75%+ for commerce/other streams
- Enrolled or seeking admission in a recognized Pakistani institution
- Low family income and assets (verified during selection exact limits in current policy)
- Age limit often around 19 years for fresh applicants
- Not receiving any other scholarship (no double funding allowed)
Fields usually prioritized: engineering, IT, computer science, health sciences, business, data science, education, and other professional/technical degrees.
Selection process: Based on board results (weighted average), DFT written test, interview, and financial background check.
What Benefits Do You Get?
This is a very supportive package:
- Full tuition fee coverage at your institution
- Monthly stipend for living and education expenses
- Hostel fee support (in many cases)
- Personality development, leadership, and entrepreneurial training programs
- No repayment required it’s a grant
The stipend and training make it easier to focus on studies and personal growth.
How to Apply – Step-by-Step
The process is mostly online and user-friendly.
- Visit the official website: daldafoundation.pk
- Register on the portal: daldafoundation.pk/register (create account with your name, email, DOB, address, etc.)
- Fill the online application form when the cycle opens (usually July–October)
- Upload required documents: Matric result card, admission/enrollment proof, family income details, CNIC/B-Form copies, etc.
- Submit before the deadline
- Prepare for DFT written test and interview if shortlisted
- Final selection after financial verification
Expected for 2026-2027 cycle: Applications open around July 15, 2026 and close mid-October 2026. Watch the official site and social media for exact dates.
Tip: Follow Dalda Foundation on Facebook (Dalda Scholarships) and Instagram (dalda_foundation) they post announcements, posters, and sometimes webinars there.
