Honhaar Scholarship Program 2025 Announced: Apply Online Before October 26

The Government of Punjab, under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has officially launched the Honhaar Scholarship Program 2025 to support talented students across the province. The initiative aims to provide 30,000 merit-based scholarships annually in 68 disciplines, ensuring that deserving students are not deprived of higher education due to financial constraints.

According to the Punjab government, a total of Rs. 130 billion will be distributed over the next eight years under this program, directly benefiting 120,000 students in the first four years. The scheme is designed in line with the global job market’s requirements, preparing students to compete internationally.

Last Date to Apply: October 26, 2025
Apply Online: honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk

Scholarships for Public and Private Universities

The Honhaar Scholarship Program is one of the largest educational initiatives in Punjab’s history, covering students enrolled in:

50 Public Sector Universities

16 Medical Colleges

131 Graduate Colleges

10 Top Private Universities, including LUMS, FAST, COMSATS, NUST, and GIKI

This inclusion of both public and top private sector institutions makes the program more accessible and diverse. The scholarships are available for Science, Arts, Social Sciences, Medicine, and Technology programs.

Eligibility Criteria for Honhaar Scholarship

To ensure that scholarships reach truly deserving candidates, the Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC) has issued strict eligibility criteria:

Applicant must have Punjab domicile.

Must not be older than 22 years on the closing date.

Family monthly income should be less than Rs. 300,000 (affidavit required).

Must be enrolled in Fall 2024 session in a recognized university or college.

Academic requirements:

Medical Colleges: Minimum 80% marks in FSc/Intermediate

Top Private Universities: Minimum 80% marks

Public Sector Universities: 75% (Sciences), 70% (Arts/Social Sciences)

Graduate Colleges: 65% (Sciences), 60% (Arts/Social Sciences)

Additionally, newly admitted MBBS and BDS students in 2024 are also eligible for this program.

How to Apply Online for Honhaar Scholarship 2025

The application process is fully online, making it easier for students from all districts of Punjab to apply.

Visit the official website: honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk

Register with your CNIC/B-Form and valid email.

Fill out the application form with academic, personal, and income details.

Upload required documents including:

Domicile certificate

CNIC/B-Form

Recent photograph

Academic transcripts

Income affidavit (sample available online)

Admission proof (Fall 2024 session)

Submit the application before October 26, 2025.