Punjab Government Launches Honhaar Scholarship Program for Deserving Students

The Government of Punjab, under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has officially launched the Honhaar Scholarship Program, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering talented yet underprivileged students across the province and even beyond. The program promises to redefine educational support in Pakistan, making quality higher education accessible for all, regardless of socioeconomic background.

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What is the Honhaar Scholarship Program?

The Honhaar Scholarship is a fully funded financial aid initiative introduced by the Punjab Government in 2024. It provides deserving students with tuition fee coverage, financial support, and even modern learning tools such as laptops. The program aims to award 30,000 scholarships annually, totaling 120,000 scholarships over four years. This historic educational reform focuses on merit, financial need, and inclusivity.

The scholarship is not limited to students from Punjab alone. Recognizing the talent from across the country, the program has now been extended to include eligible students from other provinces such as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan.

Key Benefits of the Honhaar Scholarship

100% Tuition Fee Coverage: The government will bear all educational costs for selected students.
Provision of Laptops: A separate scheme under this program also includes the distribution of over 100,000 laptops to support digital learning.
Inclusive Selection: Students from both science and arts disciplines are eligible.
Merit-Based & Transparent: Selection is based on academic performance and financial background.

Who is Eligible?

To ensure transparency and fairness, the government has defined a detailed eligibility criterion:

1. Academic Requirements

75% marks for science disciplines in public universities.
70% marks for arts and social sciences in public universities.
65% (science) or 60% (arts) at the intermediate college level (HED institutions).
2. Financial Conditions
Family monthly income must be less than PKR 300,000.

3. Age Limit

Applicants must be 22 years or younger at the time of application.

4. Residency

Priority to Punjab-domiciled students.

Application Process

The application process for the Honhaar Scholarship is completely online and paperless, making it more convenient and accessible.

Follow these steps to apply:

Create your account and fill out the online form.
Upload all required documents, including
CNIC or B-form
Matric and Intermediate result cards
University admission proof
Parent income certificate or affidavit
Submit the form before the deadline (check the portal for the latest schedule).

After submission, the authorities will verify documents, and selected students will be notified via email or SMS.

Vision Behind the Program

The Honhaar Scholarship reflects the government’s dedication to inclusive development. CM Maryam Nawaz stated during the inauguration that this program is a cornerstone of her government’s vision to ensure that no bright mind is left behind due to financial limitations.

The initiative not only encourages academic excellence but also empowers female students, promotes digital literacy, and strengthens the higher education sector in Pakistan.

Important Notes

Selected students must maintain academic performance throughout their studies.
False information or forged documents will result in immediate disqualification.
Students from the second, third, and fourth semesters can now also apply in the second phase of the program.

Final Words

The Honhaar Scholarship Program is a ray of hope for countless families across Pakistan. It reflects the Punjab Government’s commitment to educational equity, meritocracy, and technological progress. If you or someone you know is struggling to afford higher education despite having talent and determination, this scholarship could change your future forever.

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