Dalda Foundation Scholarship 2026-27: Eligibility, Income Limit and How to Apply
The Dalda Foundation Trust scholarship is open for 2026-27 and supports students from Intermediate to university. It's for first-year students with strong Matric marks and family income up to Rs 70,000 a month. Here's who qualifies and how to apply.
By ParhaiKrlo Team · Published 20 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
Updated: 20 October 2026
The Dalda Foundation Trust (DFT) scholarship for 2026-27 is open to first-year Intermediate students across Pakistan. The reported last date is 13 November 2026.
Quick answer
- Apply at: daldafoundation.pk, online only.
- Reported dates: opened 12 October 2026, closes 13 November 2026.
- For: students under 19 in first year of Intermediate at a public-sector institution.
- Income limit: Rs 70,000 a month for parents or guardian.
- Selection: a written test, then verification.
What it supports
DFT runs two tracks.
- Professional education: support from Intermediate through university, with financial help, counselling, mentoring and skills training.
- Vocational training: six-month to two-year courses in trades such as digital skills, retail, hospitality, healthcare and agriculture.
The announcement doesn't give a fixed amount or monthly stipend.
Who can apply
Professional education track:
- A resident of Pakistan, including AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Under 19 and in first-year Intermediate at an eligible public-sector institution.
- Matric marks: at least 80% for pre-medical, pre-engineering or general science, or 70% for ICS, Arts or Home Economics.
- Family income: up to Rs 70,000 a month.
- Urban families: a house of no more than 120 square yards.
Vocational track: at least 50% in Matric, a place in a government institution or approved training programme, and the same income rule.
Families of DFT's third-party workers have a higher income limit, Rs 90,000 a month.
How to apply
- Register on daldafoundation.pk.
- Fill in your personal, educational and financial details.
- Get your documents approved by your principal, as the form instructs.
- Submit online. Paper applications aren't accepted.
- Prepare for the written test if you're shortlisted.
Preparing for the written test
The announcement doesn't publish a test pattern. Revise your Matric Maths, English and science basics, and practise answering MCQs against a clock. The habits in our entry test tips work for any timed MCQ test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for the Dalda Foundation Scholarship 2026-27?
The announcement reported 13 November 2026, after applications opened on 12 October. Check daldafoundation.pk for the current date before applying.
Who can apply for the Dalda Foundation Scholarship?
Students under 19 in first-year Intermediate at a public-sector institution, with at least 80% in Matric for science groups or 70% for ICS, Arts or Home Economics, and family income up to Rs 70,000 a month.
How are Dalda scholars selected?
Through a written test, followed by verification.
Can I apply for the Dalda scholarship on paper?
No. Applications are online only, at daldafoundation.pk.
Next steps
- Punjab students at university: also check the Honhaar Scholarship Phase IV.
- Already at a public university? See the HEC Need-Based Scholarship.
Eligibility and dates are from the DFT 2026-27 announcement as reported on 16 October 2026; DFT's own site describes its yearly window as 15 July to 30 October. Check daldafoundation.pk for the current last date before you apply.