PM Chromebook Scheme 2026: Eligibility, How to Apply and Last Date

The PM Chromebook Scheme 2026 is a new federal program that gives free Chromebooks to top-performing students. The government wants to help students who do not have a laptop at home. If your child did well in the 9th class exam this year, this scheme may be for you. However, rules and deadlines are different for each education board, so you must read the details carefully.

In this guide, you will find a short summary first. Then you will read about eligibility, the province-wise quota, required documents, the step-by-step application process and the last date. At the end, you will find the official link and answers to common questions.

PM Chromebook Scheme 2026 Summary

Overview of the PM Chromebook Scheme

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif launched the scheme at a ceremony in Islamabad on Sunday, 25 October 2026. Under the plan, the government will give out 500,000 refurbished Chromebooks, along with internet devices, to students across Pakistan. Officials say the devices will be handed out over the next two to three years, and different reports give different timelines.

Marks decide who gets a Chromebook. Students are ranked on their exam results, and IBCC checks those results with the education boards. As a result, the process aims to reward hard work and not recommendations. The devices will reach verified students by courier, and a central system will track each delivery.

Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria

The official portal lists the following rules.

• Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan: Only top-performing students of Grade 9 (SSC-I) from government or public schools can be considered. Selection is based on the Annual Examinations 2026.
• Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Islamabad (ICT) and Gilgit-Baltistan: Top-performing students of both Grade 9 (SSC-I) and Grade 10 (SSC-II) from government or public schools can be considered.
• School type: The student must be enrolled in a government or public school.

News reports also say that a student needs at least 50% marks in the latest SSC-I exam. In addition, some reports mention that private schools supported by provincial education foundations and registered madaris (seminaries) are part of the plan. The portal, however, currently lists government and public schools only. Therefore, please follow the portal and your board’s notice, and do not rely on social media posts.

Notice for Students of Sindh

Registration for Sindh students is not open yet. According to the official notice, it will start on the same portal after all Sindh boards announce the Class 9 Annual Examination 2026 results.

Province-Wise Chromebook Quota

The government has divided the 500,000 devices among provinces and regions as shown below.

How the Devices Will Be Shared

Reports say that in each region, 80% of the devices will go to school students and 20% to madaris students. Among school students, 70% of the devices are kept for the science stream and 30% for the arts stream. Merit lists are prepared separately for each board and each stream. So, you compete only with students of your own board and stream.

Documents Required

Keep these files ready before you open the form. All documents must be clear and easy to read.

How to Apply for the PM Chromebook Scheme: Step by Step

1. Open the official portal. Visit pmychromebooks.ibcc.edu.pk on your phone or computer.
2. Find your record. Select your education board from the list. Then enter your CNIC, B-Form, roll number or registration number. Type numbers only, without dashes.
3. Add your date of birth. Choose the day, month and year exactly as they appear on your board record. Then click Find my record.
4. Check your details. The portal shows your name, school and marks from the list your board sent. Read everything carefully.
5. Upload your documents. Upload your photograph, mark sheet, attested B-Form copy and attested copy of your father’s or guardian’s CNIC.
6. Review the form. Look at the review screen once more. After you submit, you cannot change the form yourself.
7. Submit and save your slip. You will get a reference number and a slip. Download the slip and keep it safe.

Please remember that each student can apply only once.

What If Your Record Is Not Found?

First, try your roll number or registration number instead of your CNIC or B-Form number. If the portal still cannot find you, contact your education board. Also, check that your date of birth matches the board record.

PM Chromebook Scheme Last Date

There is no single last date for the whole country. Each board has its own deadline, because each board sent its own list to IBCC.

Some of these dates have already passed. Even so, the portal still showed the application form at the time of writing. So, please check your board’s latest notice, or call your board office, before you give up.

What Happens After You Apply?

1. IBCC and your board verify your result and your documents.
2. Provincial education departments confirm your school and enrollment.
3. Merit lists are prepared for each board and stream.
4. Selected students receive their Chromebook by courier.

Giving false information cancels the Chromebook allocation and may lead to further action. So, enter only correct details.

Tips for Students and Parents

• Scan your documents in good light so that every word is clear.
• Keep each file under 300 KB, or the portal will not accept it.
• Get the B-Form and CNIC copies attested before you start the form.
• Use only the official portal. Never pay money to anyone who promises a Chromebook.
• Save your reference number and slip in a safe place.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the PM Chromebook Scheme free?

Yes. The government gives the Chromebooks to selected students without any charge.

Can private school students apply?

The official portal lists government and public schools only. Some reports mention private schools supported by provincial education foundations, but you should confirm this with your board.

Can I apply more than once?

No. Each student can submit only one application.

Does every applicant get a Chromebook?

No. Only top-performing students on the merit list will receive one.

Can 10th class students apply?

Only students of AJK, Islamabad and Gilgit-Baltistan boards can apply from both 9th and 10th class. In the other provinces, only 9th class students are considered.

Official and Taleem Guide Links

• Official portal (opens in a new tab): PM Youth Chromebook Scheme, IBCC
• All open scholarships in Pakistan
• Latest open admissions

Final Words

The PM Chromebook Scheme 2026 can help many students learn with modern tools. First, check if your board and school type are eligible. Next, keep your documents ready. Then, open the official portal and submit your form without delay. Meanwhile, follow Taleem Guide for the latest updates, and join our WhatsApp channel so you do not miss any notice.

Disclaimer: Taleem Guide shares this information to help students. Rules and dates can change, so always confirm the final details on the official IBCC portal and your board’s website.

Last Updated : 31-Oct-2026