HEC Cuban Govt MBBS Scholarship Opportunity 2023

Government of Cuba has extended a generous offer of one undergraduate scholarship in the field of Medicine MBBS to Pakistani nationals for the academic years 2023-24. As a prerequisite, candidates must have achieved a minimum of 70% marks in FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent and at least 60% marks in Matriculation exams. This prestigious scholarship opportunity has been introduced through the Higher Education Commission HEC based in Islamabad. The candidates can get the updates of HEC Cuban Govt MBBS Scholarship Opportunity 2023.

Application Procedure and Key Dates

Aspiring candidates are invited to apply for the Cuban Government Scholarship through the HECs online application platform. The application window is open until August 31, 2023. The scholarship encompasses various benefits, including tuition fees, accommodation in a hostel, provision for food, and a monthly stipend of 100 Cuban pesos. Furthermore, an additional one-time grant of Rs 300,000/- will be awarded to the selected scholar upon their departure to Cuba, contingent upon the presence of a functional bank account in Pakistan.

Eligibility Criteria and Nomination Process

To qualify for this opportunity, applicants are required to fulfill certain criteria:

Attainment of a minimum of 70% marks or higher in F.Sc. /A level Pre-Medical and a minimum of 60% marks in SSC/Matric O level.
Candidates awaiting their results are ineligible for application, as a final score is essential for merit assessment.
All Pakistani and AJK nationals, aged between 18-25 years at the time of application closure, are eligible.
Submission of a valid USAT-M test score is mandatory Scores achieved after January 2022.
Nomination for the scholarship is determined based on USAT test scores.
Final selection hinges upon the USAT-M Score after meeting the initial eligibility criteria. Applicants lacking a valid USAT-M test score can refer to the Education Testing Council website for guidance.

Scholarship Coverage and Additional Expenses

The Cuban Government Scholarship encompasses the following provisions:

Tuition fees
Accommodation in a hostel with toiletries
Food allowance as per Cubas regulations
Monthly stipend of 100 Cuban Pesos

However, expenses such as round-trip air tickets, medical insurance, and visa fees are the responsibility of the student/guardian. Notably, a one-time grant of Rs 300,000/- will be awarded to the selected scholar post-departure to Cuba, contingent upon the presence of a functional bank account in Pakistan.

Application Process and Documentation
Applicants are required to follow these steps:
Apply online through the HEC website
Register, complete your profile, and select "Learning Opportunities Abroad".
Submit the application and obtain a signed printed copy for your records.

Key dates to remember:

Online application deadline: August 31, 2023
Hardcopy submission for shortlisted candidates: As per intimation, no need to send hardcopy until informed.

Documentary Requirements for Shortlisted Applicants:

The following documents will be needed from shortlisted candidates, with no need for hardcopy submission at this stage:

Copy of HEC application form duly signed
SSC Certificate/DMC/Degree with IBCC attestation OR O-Level Certificate Science Group with IBCC equivalence.
F.Sc. Certificate/DMC/Degree with IBCC attestation OR A-Level Certificate Pre-Medical with IBCC equivalence
Birth Certificate issued by NADRA.
Copy of Father or Guardians CNIC.
Original No Criminal Record certificate.
Photocopy of valid passport valid for more than 6 months

Original Medical Certificate with a report of HIV/AIDS issued by Medical Superintendent of District Head Quarter Government Hospital and attested by Ministry of Foreign Affairs MoFA.
Applicants should ensure readiness of these documents for future stages.

HEC Cuban Govt MBBS Scholarship Opportunity 2023