Submissions Open: Teach For Pakistan Fellowship Program 2026

The Teach For Pakistan Fellowship 2026 is a full-time, paid, two-year leadership program placing university graduates and young professionals in under-resourced schools in Islamabad and Karachi. Fellows receive intensive training, coaching, mentorship, and a monthly salary starting at Rs. 80,000 plus allowances. Applications close on April 05, 2026.

What is the Teach For Pakistan Fellowship?

Teach For Pakistan is a national education fellowship that recruits graduates and young professionals to teach in underserved communities while developing leadership skills. The program is part of the global Teach For All network and focuses on education equity, system reform, and long-term community impact.
Fellows commit to two years of full-time teaching in public schools while receiving structured pedagogical training, mentorship, and professional development.

Fellowship Locations for 2026 Cohort

The 2026 Cohort will be placed in:
Islamabad
Karachi
Applicants may indicate their preferred city, but placements depend on availability.
Karachi placement districts:
District South
Kemari
Central
Islamabad placement areas:
Nilore
Tarnol
Sihala
Bhara Kahu
In Islamabad, Fellows are placed in government schools through partnership with the Federal Directorate of Education. In Karachi, placements align with the needs of the School Education and Literacy Department, Sindh.

Fellowship Structure and Training

Pre-Placement Training

All selected Fellows complete a six-week intensive Training Institute focused on:
Teaching methodology and classroom management
Leadership development
Community engagement strategies
Education equity principles

Ongoing Professional Support

Throughout the two-year Fellowship, Fellows receive:
Monthly lesson observations
One-on-one coaching sessions
Monthly day-long professional development trainings
Mentorship from experienced educators
Global networking opportunities through Teach For All events

Compensation and Benefits

The Fellowship is a paid, full-time position.
Current compensation includes:
Base salary: Rs. 80,000 per month
Stationery allowance: Rs. 4,000 per month
Transport allowance: Rs. 8,500 to Rs. 10,500 per month
Outstation allowance: Rs. 10,000 per month (if eligible)
End-of-Fellowship completion bonus (after two-year commitment)

Outstation Eligibility

Islamabad: Must relocate exclusively for the Fellowship and have a permanent residence at least 70 km outside Islamabad.
Karachi: Must relocate exclusively for the Fellowship and have permanent residence outside all seven districts of Karachi.

Who is Eligible?

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
Completed at least 16 years of education by June 2026
Hold a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university by June 2026
Pakistani citizen or holder of valid NICOP or POC
Fluent in Urdu and English
Commit to the full two-year Fellowship
Successfully complete the Training Institute
Students enrolled in international universities may apply if citizenship requirements are met.
Applicants from all academic and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply, regardless of years of work experience.
Evaluation considers:
Educational history
Internships
Professional experience
Leadership potential

Why the Two-Year Commitment Matters

The two-year duration ensures:
Meaningful student learning outcomes
Deep community engagement
Leadership capability development
Understanding of systemic education challenges
Sustained contribution to long-term education reform

How to Apply

Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
Ensure you meet academic, citizenship, and language requirements.
Step 2: Prepare Required Information
Academic transcripts
Professional and internship history
Personal statement or motivation details
Step 3: Submit Online Application
Applications must be submitted before April 05, 2026.
Candidates may apply only once per recruitment year. Multiple applications in the same year will result in disqualification.
Step 4: Selection Process
Application review
Assessment stages (as determined by Teach For Pakistan)
Final selection and placement confirmation

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Applying more than once in the same recruitment cycle
Not meeting the 16 years of education requirement
Underestimating the full-time two-year commitment
Failing to meet Urdu and English fluency requirements
Not confirming relocation eligibility for outstation allowance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Is the Teach For Pakistan Fellowship paid?
   Yes. Fellows receive Rs. 80,000 per month plus allowances.

2. How long is the Fellowship?
   Two years, full-time commitment.

3. Can final-year students apply?
   Yes, if they complete 16 years of education and obtain their Bachelor’s degree by June 2026.

4. Are international university students eligible?
   Yes, provided they meet citizenship requirements.

5. Can I choose my placement city?
   You may indicate a preference, but final placement depends on availability.

6. Is prior teaching experience required?
   No. Applicants from all academic and professional backgrounds may apply.

7. What is the application deadline?
   April 05, 2026.

Conclusion

The Teach For Pakistan Fellowship 2026 offers graduates and young professionals a paid, leadership-driven pathway to impact education equity in underserved communities. With structured training, competitive compensation, mentorship, and global networking opportunities, the program prepares Fellows to drive meaningful classroom impact and long-term system reform. Eligible candidates committed to transformative education leadership are encouraged to apply before April 05, 2026.