Charles Wallace Visiting Fellowship Programme 2026: Fully Funded UK Fellowship for Mid-Career Pakistani Professionals ·British Council

Overview

This program offers a prestigious international opportunity designed to support mid-career Pakistani professionals in advancing their expertise through short-term academic and professional engagement in the United Kingdom.

Eligibility

• Must be a Pakistani national residing in Pakistan.
• Age between 30 and 55 years old.
• Mid-career professional with a doctoral degree (if applying for research at a university).
• Formal written invitation from a UK institution or organization.
• Not eligible if studied in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Europe, or China within the last 5 years or previous recipients of Charles Wallace awards.
• Use of AI tools for drafting or editing application statements is strictly prohibited.

Benefits

• Financial support of £1,600 per month.
• Contribution of up to £1,250 towards travel and visa costs.
• Access to UK-based institutions and networks for collaboration, research, and skill enhancement.

How to Apply

1. Complete the Online Application Form.
2. Prepare required documents, including a letter of invitation from a UK institution and an updated CV.
3. Submit all documents via email to cwpt@britishcouncil.org.pk.

Deadline

Friday, 5 June 2026