Canada has announced an exciting opportunity for young researchers by opening applications for the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship for 2026. This program provides CAD 40,000 annually for a maximum duration of three years, supporting both Canadian and international PhD students, including those from Pakistan. The deadline to apply is October 17, 2025.
This initiative demonstrates Canada’s commitment to advancing research, innovation, and global collaboration. To be eligible, applicants must already be enrolled in a recognized PhD program at a Canadian university and should not have completed more than 36 months of doctoral work by December 31, 2025. Students in combined programs (such as MD/PhD or MA/PhD) may also apply if their research includes a thesis component.
| Scholarship | Details |
| Annual Amount | CAD 40,000 |
| Duration | Up to 3 years |
| Deadline | October 17, 2025 |
| Eligibility | Enrolled in Canadian PhD, ≤36 months of doctoral work |
Applications are to be submitted through the respective Canadian institutions. According to officials, the scholarship aims to attract the world’s best researchers to Canada, further enhancing its global academic leadership.
This announcement follows Bangladesh’s recent offer of 500 scholarships to Pakistani students, underlining growing regional and international support for Pakistan’s youth. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif praised Bangladesh’s achievements in the garment sector, microfinance, and women’s empowerment, emphasising that Pakistan-Bangladesh ties are rooted in shared history and brotherhood.
For Pakistani students, these scholarship opportunities from Canada and Bangladesh present a valuable chance to pursue advanced education and contribute to global research and development.
