Chief Minister Honhaar Scholarship Program

• - Domicile: Applicant must hold a Punjab domicile.
  - Gender: Open to both male and female students.
  - Level: Undergraduate students only.
  - Selected disciplines: Applicant must be enrolled in one of the selected disciplines (about 70) at an eligible institution. Check the approved list on the official portal.
  
  Who can apply:
  - New students: Students in the 1st semester or 1st year (Fall 2026) at eligible public universities, public colleges, HED colleges, and public medical and dental colleges. First-year MBBS and BDS students (2026 entry) can also apply.
  - Continuing students: Students in the 2nd semester or 2nd year onward at eligible public universities, public medical and dental colleges, and HED colleges.
  - Private and federal universities: Only 1st semester and 1st year students of selected partner institutions can apply. Continuing students of these institutions are not covered in Phase IV.
  
  Family income limit (affidavit on e-stamp paper required):
  - New students at public sector institutions: monthly family income less than Rs. 350,000.
  - New students at partner federal and private institutions: monthly family income less than Rs. 500,000.
  - Continuing students: monthly family income less than Rs. 350,000.
  
  Minimum FSc / Intermediate marks for new students:
  - Public universities and colleges: 70% in Sciences, 65% in Arts and Social Sciences.
  - Federal and private universities: 70% in Sciences, 65% in Arts and Social Sciences.
  - HED colleges: 65% in Sciences, 60% in Arts and Social Sciences.
  - Public medical and dental colleges (MBBS/BDS): 80%.
  - Continuing students: a good result in the current program (reported as 70% in Sciences or 65% in Arts). Please confirm the exact rule on the official portal.
  
  Selection:
  - Scholarships are awarded on merit.
  - Merit for new students: Matric 30% + Intermediate 70%.
  - Meeting the marks and income rules does not guarantee a scholarship. Final selection depends on merit and verification by PHEC.
  
  Note: Some notices mention an income limit exemption for children of BPS 1 to 4 government employees and children of civilians martyred in terror attacks. Please confirm this on the official portal.

- 100% Tuition Fee Coverage: The scholarship pays the full tuition fee of your degree program at the approved institution.
- Direct Payment to Institution: The scholarship amount is sent directly to your university or college by the Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC). Students do not receive cash.
- Full Degree Duration: Support continues for the whole degree program (usually 4 to 5 years). However, you must meet the academic performance requirements of the scholarship to keep it.
- Wide Choice of Programs: The scheme covers about 70 disciplines, including Medical (MBBS/BDS), Engineering, Computer Science/IT, Artificial Intelligence and Social Sciences.
- Less Financial Stress: Families within the income limit do not need to pay tuition fees, so students can focus on their studies.

What is not covered:
- Hostel accommodation
- Transport
- Books and study material
- Personal and living expenses
- Other non-tuition charges, such as admission or examination fees (please confirm with your institution)

Note: The scholarship covers tuition fees only. Always check the official portal for the latest details.

Before you start, keep these ready:
- Scanned copy of your CNIC or B-Form
- Scanned copy of your Punjab domicile certificate
- Matric and FSc/Intermediate result cards
- Admission or enrollment proof, with your student registration number
- Family income affidavit on e-stamp paper (sample available on the official portal)
- An active mobile number and email address

Step 1: Open the official portal
Go to https://honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk/ in your browser.

Step 2: Register or log in
Click Login. If you are a new user, create an account with your name, email address, mobile number and a password. Verify your account if the portal asks you to.

Step 3: Fill in your personal details
Enter your full name, father's name, CNIC or B-Form number, date of birth and address.

Step 4: Add your academic details
Select your institution, discipline and degree title. Then enter your admission date and student registration number. Add your Matric and FSc/Intermediate marks, and check that you meet the minimum marks for your institution type.

Step 5: Enter domicile and family income details
Select your Punjab district and enter your monthly family income. The income must be below the limit for your institution type (Rs. 350,000 for public institutions, Rs. 500,000 for partner federal and private institutions).

Step 6: Upload your documents
Upload clear scanned copies of all required documents, including the e-stamp income affidavit. Blurred or cropped files can lead to rejection.

Step 7: Review your application
Check your name, CNIC number, marks, income and uploaded files carefully. You may not be able to make changes after submission.

Step 8: Submit the application
Click the Submit button to complete your application. An application is not complete until you submit it. Save or print the confirmation page for your record.

Last date to apply: 9 November 2026. Apply online only. No hard copy is required.