The Dalda Foundation Trust (DFT) has formally opened applications for its Scholarship and Student Development Program 2026–27, delivering vital financial relief and academic mentorship to deserving students across Pakistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Operating under the official notice titled “Dalda Foundation Announces Scholarships for Students Across Pakistan,” the program covers secondary, higher, and technical education to ensure financial barriers do not halt promising academic careers.
Dalda Foundation Scholarship 2026–27: Key Overview
| Parameter | Official Detail |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Provider | Dalda Foundation Trust (DFT) |
| Target Coverage | All Pakistan, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan |
| Programs Covered | Professional Education (Intermediate to University) & Vocational Training |
| Minimum Matriculation Marks | 50%, 70%, or 80% (dependent on program and stream) |
| Family Income Threshold | Rs. 70,000/month (General) | Rs. 90,000/month (Third-Party Workers) |
| Application Window | October 12, 2026 – November 13, 2026 |
| Application Mode | Exclusively Online via www.daldafoundation.pk |
| Selection Methodology | Written Examination and Verification |
Two Distinct Pathways: Professional and Vocational Streams
The 2026–27 scheme is split into two primary operational tiers tailored to student career goals:
- Professional Education Track: Supports students entering the first year of intermediate studies through to the completion of their university degrees. Beyond funding, successful candidates receive career counseling, mentorship, and structured skills training. The foundation has not fixed a specific flat stipend in its initial announcement, as grants align with individual program requirements.
- Vocational and Technical Track: Designed for practical workforce integration, this path funds programs lasting between six months and two years across high-demand disciplines such as digital skills, hospitality, retail, healthcare, technical trades, agriculture, and livestock.
Academic and Socioeconomic Eligibility Requirements
DFT has outlined distinct criteria for general candidates and third-party worker households to ensure targeted equity:
- General Intermediate Applicants: Must be Pakistani residents below 19 years of age who have secured admission into the first year of intermediate education at an eligible public-sector institution. Pre-Medical, Pre-Engineering, and General Science students require a minimum of 80% marks in matriculation, while ICS, Arts, and Home Economics applicants must possess at least 70% marks.
- Vocational Training Applicants: Must hold at least 50% marks in matriculation and hold admission in a government-run or state-accredited training center for an employment-focused course.
- Income & Property Limits: For general applicants, total parental or guardian income must not exceed Rs. 70,000 per month. Urban residents must also satisfy a residential property footprint ceiling of 120 square yards.
- Third-Party Workers Category: Families of designated third-party workers benefit from an expanded monthly income ceiling of up to Rs. 90,000, with professional education eligibility starting earlier from Grade 8 onward.
Selection Protocol and How to Apply
Eligible candidates must submit their applications exclusively through the official Dalda Foundation portal before the closing date on November 13, 2026. Manual submissions by post or hand will be rejected. Applicants must complete the online verification form, upload verified academic credentials certified by their institution’s principal, and prepare for a subsequent written aptitude test and physical background verification conducted by the trust.
Source: Originally reported by Pakistani Universities.
Source: Originally reported by Pakistani Universities.
Source: ProPakistani