Iran MSRT Government Scholarship
A scholarship program run by Iran's Ministry of Science, Research and Technology (MSRT) for international students, offering tuition, accommodation, and stipend support (plus Persian-language training) for Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD study at Iranian public universities.
Quick Facts
Status
Dates UnconfirmedFunding
Full / PartialDeadline
Varies annually by intake and partner-country agreement - check MSRT and the Iranian Embassy for current-cycle dates
Country
About the Iran MSRT Government Scholarship
Iran's Ministry of Science, Research and Technology (MSRT) coordinates the country's primary channel for funding international students at Iranian public universities, including well-known institutions such as the University of Tehran, Iran University of Medical Sciences, and Amirkabir University of Technology. The program is designed to build academic and cultural ties between Iran and partner countries, and a share of places is allocated through government-to-government agreements, including channels historically used by Pakistani applicants given the close bilateral academic ties between Iran and Pakistan.
MSRT scholarships typically cover tuition fees, a monthly stipend, and dormitory-style accommodation, and many programs also include mandatory Persian (Farsi) language training in the first year for students whose chosen program is taught in Farsi, since a portion of Iranian degree programs (particularly at the undergraduate level) are not delivered in English. Applicants pursuing fields like medicine (MBBS), engineering, Islamic studies, or humanities can find both government-scholarship and university-specific funding routes.
The application process runs through two main channels: applications tied to bilateral government agreements are typically routed through Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Higher Education Commission, or the Iranian Cultural Consulate/Embassy in Islamabad, while university-allocated scholarships can be applied for directly through the relevant Iranian university's international office once the applicant has registered in MSRT's central student information system.
Because MSRT scholarship availability, quotas, and specific terms are reconfirmed annually and can vary by partner-country agreement and academic year, prospective applicants should verify the current cycle's exact requirements directly with MSRT (msrt.ir) or the Iranian Embassy in Islamabad before beginning the application, rather than relying solely on secondary scholarship-listing websites.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Access to well-established Iranian public universities with strong regional reputations in medicine, engineering, and Islamic studies
Government-to-government route offers a structured, embassy-supported channel for Pakistani applicants
Lower cost of living compared to many other international study destinations
Persian-language training included, adding a valuable regional-language skill alongside the degree
Multiple subject areas available, from MBBS to humanities and Islamic studies
What the Scholarship Covers
Studying in Iran
Iran offers a lower cost of living than most Gulf or Western destinations and has a long history of academic exchange with Pakistan, though prospective students should stay informed on visa processes and current bilateral arrangements before committing.
Eligibility Requirements
5 requirements
Documents Checklist
7 documents required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Step 1: Register in MSRT's central international-student information system to begin the formal application record.
Step 2: Depending on the scholarship route, submit the application either through the Iranian Embassy/Cultural Consulate (bilateral government-agreement route) or directly to the host Iranian university's international office (university-allocated route).
Step 3: Provide attested academic documents and any language proficiency evidence required for the chosen program.
Step 4: Await confirmation of provisional acceptance and scholarship allocation from MSRT or the university.
Step 5: Complete visa formalities through the Iranian Embassy once the scholarship and university placement are confirmed.
Application Timeline
Varies annually - check msrt.ir for current cycle
MSRT registration opens
Typically several months before the academic year begins
Application submission (embassy or university route)
Varies by university and route
Provisional acceptance and scholarship confirmation
After confirmed placement, ahead of the academic year start
Visa processing
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Confirm the current year's exact deadlines and quota directly with MSRT (msrt.ir) or the Iranian Embassy in Islamabad, as these shift annually and are not always centrally publicized in English
Applicants pursuing MBBS or other medical programs should separately verify recognition of the Iranian medical degree with Pakistan's PM&DC/PMC before committing
Start document attestation early, as it can be one of the longest steps in the process
Ask the host university directly whether the specific program is delivered in English or Farsi before applying, since this materially affects preparation needed
Keep in regular contact with the Iranian Cultural Consulate in Islamabad throughout the process, as communication (rather than portal automation) is often central to this scholarship route
Important Links & Contacts
๐ Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions - click any to expand
Coverage varies by specific scholarship track and university - some cover tuition, stipend, and accommodation fully, others partially.
Yes, medicine is among the fields available, but applicants should verify Pakistani medical-council recognition of the specific Iranian university before applying.
It varies by university and program - many undergraduate programs are in Farsi (with language training provided), while some graduate and medical programs are offered in English.
Applications typically go through the Iranian Cultural Consulate/Embassy in Islamabad for the government-agreement route, or directly to the host university for university-allocated scholarships.
Check the Official Website
This scholarship typically opens around Varies (typically earlier in the calendar year for the following academic year). Confirm the current cycle and deadline on the official portal.
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