The Honhaar Undergraduate Scholarship 2025 in Pakistan is open for applications. The Punjabi government has introduced the CM Punjab Honhaar Scholarship for Pakistani students from low-income families. For students who wish to pursue a bachelor’s degree, this is the most prestigious grant available. Applications are open to all Pakistani students participating in their first semester or year of undergraduate study. This scholarship is fully funded for the 2025–2026 school year.
The Honhaar Scholarship Program offers nearly all majors and academic subjects that have been authorized by PHEC. The grant is open to students who are enrolled in any of the universities. The entire cost of tuition will be covered by the scholarship.
It is the biggest scholarship program Punjab has ever had. In four years, this need-based undergraduate scholarship program will help more than 200,000 students annually. It is probably suggested for women to apply for this scholarship.
Details of Honhaar Undergraduate Scholarship for Pakistani Students
Key Points
| Offered by: | Punjab Government |
| Degree level: | Bachelors |
| Scholarship coverage: | 100% Tuition fee |
| Eligible nationality: | Pakistani |
| Award country: | Pakistan |
| Last Date: | 15 September 2025 |
Financial Benefits
The primary purpose of the scholarship is to remove financial barriers for high-achieving students. It ensures that deserving students, unable to afford higher education, receive 100% financial support for their undergraduate studies.
This means the scholarship amount is equivalent to the actual tuition fee of the university where the student is enrolled. The funds are disbursed directly to the student’s bank account, and they are responsible for paying their university fees. This full tuition coverage allows students to focus entirely on their studies without the added stress of financial burden.
List of Participating Universities:
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Documents Required:
Student Personal Details:
- CNIC or B-Form: A clear, scanned copy of the front and back of your Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) or your B-Form if you are under 18.
- Domicile Certificate: A copy of your domicile certificate, which proves you are a resident of any district in Punjab. A receiving slip for a domicile application is also accepted.
- Passport-Sized Photograph: A recent, clear passport-sized photo with a white or blue background.
Student Educational Details:
- Matriculation/O-Level Certificate: A scanned copy of your matriculation or O-Level certificate or an equivalence certificate.
- Intermediate/A-Level Certificate: A scanned copy of your Intermediate or A-Level mark sheet or an equivalence certificate. The minimum marks required are 75% for science and 70% for arts and social sciences for public sector universities.
- University Enrollment Proof: Proof that you are enrolled in a recognized university or college. This can be your university admission letter or your most recent fee challan.
Student Socio-Economic Details:
- Family Income Affidavit: A sworn affidavit (on e-stamp paper) stating that your family’s monthly income is below the scholarship threshold. For 2025, this is less than Rs. 350,000 for public sector institutions. You can usually find a sample affidavit template on the scholarship portal.
- CNIC of Parents/Guardians: Scanned copies of the CNICs of both your parents or legal guardians.
Eligibility Criteria:
Minimum Marks Requirement
- Public Sector Universities/Colleges:
- Science subjects: A minimum of 70% marks in FSc/Intermediate.
- Arts and Social Science subjects: A minimum of 65% marks in FSc/Intermediate.
- MBBS / BDS (Public Sector Medical and Dental Colleges):
- A minimum of 80% marks in FSc/Intermediate is required.
- Federal and Private Universities:
- Science subjects: A minimum of 70% marks in FSc/Intermediate.
- Arts and Social Science subjects: A minimum of 65% marks in FSc/Intermediate.
- HED Colleges:
- Science subjects: A minimum of 65% marks in FSc/Intermediate.
- Arts: A minimum of 60% marks in FSc/Intermediate.
Merit Calculation
The scholarship’s merit is determined by a weighted average of your matric and intermediate results:
- Matriculation (or O-Level) weightage: 30% of your total marks.
- Intermediate (or A-Level) weightage: 70% of your total marks.
How to Apply
To apply for the HEC Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship, you’ll need to follow a multi-step process that is completed both online and in person at your university.
1. Online Application
- Create an Account: Go to the official HEC Ehsaas scholarship portal
https://ehsaas.hec.gov.pk/and create an account. You’ll need to use your CNIC or B-form number to sign up. - Fill the Form:Log in and complete the online application form with all the required information. This includes your personal details, educational history, and socio-economic details. Be sure to provide accurate and verifiable information.
- Upload Documents: Upload all the required documents as specified on the portal. These typically include copies of your CNIC, educational certificates (matric and intermediate), proof of university admission, and income certificates for your parents or guardians.
- Submit Application: After filling out the form and uploading all documents, submit the application online. Make sure to submit it; a saved application is not considered.
2. Hard Copy Submission
After submitting the online application, you must:
- Print the Form:Print a hard copy of the completed online application form.
- Attach Documents: Attach a complete set of supporting documents to the printed form.
- Submit to University: Submit the hard copy of the application and all supporting documents to the Financial Aid Office (FAO) of your university. The university’s FAO is responsible for reviewing and shortlisting applications.
Conclusion
The Punjab government’s groundbreaking Honhaar Undergraduate Scholarship 2025 program aims to provide high-achieving, low-income students throughout Pakistan with access to higher education. The scholarship aims to remove financial obstacles and enable worthy people to pursue their academic goals by offering 100% tuition assistance to more than 200,000 students each year.
The most worthy applicants are given this crucial assistance thanks to the program’s open, merit-based selection procedure, which gives intermediate outcomes more weight. A major step toward promoting educational justice and a better future for the country’s children, this program is the biggest scholarship program in Punjab’s history.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the scholarship cover?
It is a fully funded scholarship that provides 100% tuition coverage. The funds are disbursed directly to the student’s bank account, and they are then responsible for paying their university fees.
How is merit for the scholarship calculated?
Merit is determined by a weighted average of a student’s previous academic results: 30% of the total marks from matriculation (or O-Level) and 70% of the total marks from intermediate (or A-Level).
