Status (November 2026): Phase IV (2026-27) applications closed in November 2026. Published deadlines differ (9 and 19 November), so check the official portal right away if you have not applied. Scholarship cheques are being handed out at CM events; on 10 November about Rs2.5 million went to 109 students in Jhelum.
The CM Punjab Honhaar Undergraduate Scholarship pays the full tuition fee of talented Punjab students in BS and professional degree programmes for the whole degree (4–5 years). It is run by the Higher Education Department and the Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC).
Honhaar Scholarship at a Glance
| Covers | 100% of tuition fee, paid directly to the institution (no hostel, books or cash stipend) |
| Duration | Full degree, 4–5 years (subject to performance) |
| Number | The 2026 PHEC announcement mentions 50,000 new merit-based scholarships |
| Portal | honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk |
| Contact | PHEC, Arfa Software Technology Park, Lahore · 042-99231903-04 |
Eligibility
- Punjab domicile (no age or gender limit)
- Monthly family income below Rs350,000 (public institutions) or below Rs500,000 (new students at partner federal/private institutions)
- Enrolled in a selected discipline at an eligible university or college
Minimum Marks (New Students)
| Institution | Sciences | Arts |
|---|---|---|
| Public universities & colleges | 70% | 65% |
| Public medical & dental colleges (MBBS/BDS) | 80% | |
| HED colleges | 65% | 60% |
Merit is calculated as 30% matric marks + 70% intermediate marks. Continuing students must keep up minimum marks (for example 70% sciences / 65% arts at public universities) to renew.
How to Apply
- Go to honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk (online only, no hard copies).
- Create an account, fill in academic and family income details, and upload documents.
- Submit before the deadline and track your status on the portal.
Applying is free. The next round is expected around September–October 2027.
Other Support for Students
Students may also get a free laptop under the CM Punjab Laptop Scheme and an electric bike under the e-bike scheme. For living costs, see student education loans. All programmes: Maryam Nawaz Schemes 2026.
FAQs (Roman Urdu)
Honhaar Scholarship mein kya milta hai?
Poori tuition fee, jo seedha university ko jati hai.
Ghar ki income kitni honi chahiye?
Sarkari idaron ke liye Rs3,50,000 mahana se kam.
Kitne number chahiye?
Science mein 70% aur arts mein 65% (public universities).
Apply kahan karein?
honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk par.
Sources: FAST-NU (PHEC announcement), ScholarshipPortal, ProPakistani. Status checked November 2026.