ISLAMABAD: Turkiye has announced scholarships for students from Azad Jammu and Kashmir through the launch of the MAGIS 2026-1 merit-based admission and scholarship programme by Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools and Colleges.
MAGIS, also known as the Maarif Entrance Exam, is a competitive assessment aimed at identifying high-achieving students and providing them access to quality education, financial support and international learning opportunities. Successful candidates can secure admission and scholarships at Pak-Turk Maarif campuses across Pakistan.
For the first time, the programme has been extended to Azad Jammu and Kashmir, marking a significant milestone for students in the region. The initiative coincides with the establishment of the Pak-Turk Maarif International AJK Muzaffarabad Campus, expanding access to international-standard education.
According to programme details, students can apply for admission in Grades 4 to 9, as well as IGCSE-1. The scheme offers merit-based scholarships, tuition fee concessions, financial assistance and affordable admission charges. Students will also be exposed to international curricula and Turkish language learning opportunities.
Pak-Turk Maarif officials said MAGIS had gained strong nationwide recognition, with more than 25,000 students appearing in the exam to date. Around 5,000 students participate annually, making it one of the country’s leading education-focused scholarship initiatives promoting academic excellence and equal access to learning.
The registration deadline for MAGIS 2026-1 is February 5, 2026, while the test will be conducted on February 15. Results will be announced on February 26, after which shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews.
MAGIS is conducted in 10 major cities across Pakistan. Students and parents have been encouraged to register online to benefit from the opportunity and pursue higher academic pathways supported by Turkiye-backed education initiatives.
