ISLAMABAD: Dalda Foundation Trust (DFT) has launched its Scholarship and Student Development Program for the 2026–27 academic session, offering financial assistance and educational support to eligible students across Pakistan.
The initiative aims to help deserving students continue their education, covering professional studies from intermediate to university level, as well as vocational and technical training in various career-oriented fields.
Students from all provinces, including Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), are eligible to apply, subject to the academic performance and household income criteria specified for each scholarship category.
According to the foundation’s official advertisement, the application process began on October 12, 2026, and interested candidates must submit their applications by November 13, 2026.
Dalda Foundation Scholarship 2026–27: Key Details
The scholarship program is designed to support students pursuing academic qualifications and practical skills that can improve their future career prospects.
The main details of the program are as follows:
Scholarship provider: Dalda Foundation Trust (DFT)
Program: Scholarship and Student Development Program 2026–27
Coverage: Professional education and vocational training
Eligible regions: All of Pakistan, including AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan
Minimum matriculation marks: 50%, 70% or 80%, depending on the category
Monthly family income limit: Rs70,000 or Rs90,000, depending on the category
Application method: Online
Selection process: Written test and verification
Application deadline: November 13, 2026
Official website: www.daldafoundation.pk
Applicants should check the specific eligibility requirements for their chosen category, as minimum academic marks and family income limits vary.
Scholarship Categories and Available Support
The foundation is offering assistance through two main streams: Professional Education and Vocational Education and Training.
1. Professional Education
This category is intended for students pursuing professional and academic qualifications from intermediate through university level.
Successful applicants may receive financial assistance to support their studies, along with additional educational and career development opportunities.
These may include academic counselling, mentoring, skills development and career guidance to help students progress in their chosen fields.
2. Vocational Education and Training
The second category focuses on vocational and technical training in employment-related fields. It aims to help students develop practical skills that can improve their opportunities for employment and professional advancement.
Eligibility requirements and available support may differ according to the selected training program.
How to Apply for the Dalda Foundation Scholarship
Interested students can submit their applications online through the foundation’s official website at www.daldafoundation.pk.
Applicants should review the eligibility criteria, prepare the required academic and financial information, and complete the application process before the November 13 deadline.
The selection process includes a written test and verification, according to the published program details. Meeting the basic eligibility requirements does not necessarily guarantee selection.
