Dreaming of studying abroad but worried about the IELTS requirement? Many talented Pakistani students miss out on international opportunities simply because of language test hurdles. The good news is that several world-class universities and government programs now offer fully funded scholarships without the need for IELTS opening doors to higher education in countries like Turkey, China, Malaysia, Hungary, and more. These scholarships cover tuition fees, living expenses, and even travel costs, making it possible to pursue your academic goals without financial stress. In this guide, we’ll explore the top fully funded opportunities where IELTS is not a barrier for students.
1.Hungary – Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship without IELTS
Degree: BS, MS, PhD
IELTS? No if your previous education was in English (submit English Proficiency Letter)
Coverage: Tuition, accommodation allowance, stipend, medical insurance
Website: https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu
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2.Romania – Romanian Government Scholarship without IELTS
Degree: BS, MS, PhD
IELTS? Not required for Romanian or French-taught programs; English proficiency letter accepted for some
Coverage: Tuition, dorms, stipend
Website: https://www.edu.ro
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3. Turkey – Türkiye Burslari Scholarship without IELTS
Degree: BS, MS, PhD
IELTS? Not mandatory (English Proficiency Certificate accepted)
Coverage: Fully funded (tuition, flight, monthly stipend, dorms, health insurance)
Website: https://www.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr
4. Russia – Open Doors Scholarship without IELTS
Degree: MS, PhD
IELTS? Not required
Coverage: Full tuition + stipends in some universities
Website: https://od.globaluni.ru
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5. Azerbaijan Government Scholarship
Degree: BS, MS, PhD
IELTS? Not always required (depends on the program)
Coverage: Tuition, living, travel
Website: https://www.hec.gov.pk
6. Qatar – HBKU and Qatar University
Degree: MS, PhD
IELTS? required for some programs, but HBKU may accept English proficiency certificate from previous university
Coverage: Fully funded
Website: https://www.hbku.edu.qa/en
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7. Saudi Arabia – King Abdulaziz, King Fahd, Islamic University Madinah
Degree: BS, MS, PhD
IELTS? Most do not require IELTS if you provide an English proficiency certificate
Coverage: Fully funded (stipend, accommodation, airfare)
Website:https://www.kau.edu.sa/home_english.aspx
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8.China CSC Scholarship
Degree: BS, MS, PhD
IELTS? Not required at most universities (accepts English Proficiency Letter)
Coverage: Tuition, monthly stipend, accommodation, health insurance
Website: https://www.csc.edu.cn
9. Indonesia – KNB Scholarship
Degree: BS, MS, PhD
IELTS? Not required
Coverage: Tuition, living expenses, airfare
Website: https://knb.kemdiktisaintek.go.id/
10. Malaysia – UST, UPM, UKM, etc
Degree: MS, PhD
IELTS? Â Most Malaysian public universities accept English Proficiency Letter
Coverage: Full or partial funding (MyBrain, UPM scholarship, etc.)
Website: https://mtcp.kln.gov.my/scholarship
