Honhaar Scholarship Registration Reopen 2025-2026
The Punjab government has relaunched the Honhaar Scholarship Portal, providing additional opportunities for students to apply for merit-based financial aid. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif made the announcement while emphasizing the program’s successes and outlining its future direction. Details regarding eligibility and requirements are provided below.
Expansion in Opportunities for Students
The Honhaar Scholarship Program has already benefited 50,000 students across Punjab. In its latest phase, an additional 30,000 scholarships will be distributed, increasing the total to 80,000 recipients.
The initiative is designed to support talented students in pursuing their education without financial burdens. Applicants can choose from 67 ‘future-oriented’ fields of study, equipping them with the skills and expertise needed for today’s evolving job market.
The program’s primary goal is to develop skilled professionals who can play a vital role in Pakistan’s social and economic progress.
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Speaking to the youth, Maryam Nawaz Sharif encouraged students to apply with confidence and remain committed to their studies. She reaffirmed the government’s dedication to investing in education and empowering young people with the resources necessary for success.
Honhaar Scholarship Program Phase -2
The Honhaar Scholarship Program stands among Pakistan’s largest educational aid initiatives, providing students with an annual scholarship of PKR 30,000 across 68 academic fields. The scheme includes 65 public and private universities, 12 medical and dental institutions, and 359 colleges, with a strong focus on promoting academic growth. The second phase of the Honhaar Scholarship Program is set to begin on December 4.
Honhaar Scholarship Program for Other Province Students
Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, has approved the extension of the Honhaar Scholarship and Laptop Scheme to students from other provinces, including KPK, Sindh, Balochistan, AJK, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Students from these regions can review the detailed eligibility criteria provided below.
Chief Minister Punjab has announced the launch of the Honhaar Scholarship Program Phase-2, under which 2,570 students will be awarded scholarships, including 1,660 female students and 637 from minority groups. Overall, 30,000 students will receive annual financial support of PKR 120,000 each.
Prominent universities, such as the University of Punjab, have already started the distribution process. In Lahore alone, 1,886 scholarships are being awarded during this second phase of the program.
Honhaar Scholarship Interview Schedule
All candidates whose names appear in the Provisional Merit List are required to attend the interview for final verification of their academic records and proof of family income. Details of the interview schedule are provided within the respective merit lists.
The Honhaar Scholarship is part of the commitments made by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif to provide quality education opportunities for deserving students in Punjab.
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Each year, 30,000 students from 68 districts will benefit from the program. Scholarships will also be granted to students from 50 Black Sector Universities, along with 131 graduates across 16 key disciplines. At present, new applications for the Honhaar Scholarship are closed.
A meeting of the Scrutiny and Award Committee for the Chief Minister’s Honhaar Scholarship Program was held today at the Higher Education Department (HED), Lahore, under the chairmanship of Special Secretary HED, Mr. Munib-ur-Rehman. The meeting focused on ensuring a transparent and fair scrutiny process. Eligible candidates will be notified soon regarding their scholarship status.
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Under the Honhaar Scholarship Program, selected students will receive Rs. 130,000 annually to cover their educational expenses for up to eight years. Over the next four years, the initiative aims to reach 4 million students, with a total target of 20 million scholarships to be awarded. Eligible candidates may submit their applications through the official portal
at honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a domicile from any district within Punjab.
- Be no older than 22 years on the closing date.
- Have a family income of less than Rs. 300,000 per month (affidavit required – sample available for download).
- Be enrolled in the approved disciplines at the selected universities/colleges for the Fall 2024 session. Newly admitted MBBS and BDS students in 2024 are also eligible. Minimum academic requirements: Medical Colleges: Above 80% in FSc./Intermediate.
Top Universities: Above 80%. Public Sector Universities: At least 75% in Sciences and 70% in Arts & Social Sciences. HED Colleges: At least 65% in Sciences and 60% in Arts & Social Sciences.
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What is scholarship coverage?
Under the Punjab Government’s Honhaar Scholarship Program, the full tuition fee will be covered, with all expenses borne by the provincial government
Disciplines / Program Offers
- Artificial Intelligence,
- Robotics, Climate Studies,
- Environmental Sciences,
- Information Networks,
- Mobile Application Systems,
- Architecture, Cybersecurity,
- Data Science,
- Data Mining and Analysis,
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship,
- Plant Breeding and Genetics,
- Strategic Business Management,
- Biochemical Engineering,
- Biotechnology
- Molecular Genetics,
- Space Science,
- Business Analytics,
- Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Agribusiness, Archaeology,
- Film and Performing Arts,
- Law, Human Resource Management,
- MBBS, BDS, Engineering Programs,
- Business Administration,
- Chemistry,
- Zoology,
- Botany,
- Physics,
- Mathematics,
- Statistics, English,
- Urdu, Punjabi,
- Islamic Studies,
- Education, Agricultural Sciences,
- Mass Communication,
- Pharmacy,
- Veterinary Sciences,
- Coal Engineering,
- Civil Engineering Technology
- , Electrical Engineering Technology,
- Mechanical Engineering Technology,
- Polymer Engineering,
- Textile Engineering,
- Chemical Technology,
- Commerce, Banking and Finance,
- Political Science, History,
- Social Work, Sociology, Philosophy, Geology,
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS),
- Fine Arts, Arabic, Public Administration,
- Psychology, Water Resource Technology,
- Solar Technology and Manufacturing, Fisheries and Wildlife.
Medical Colleges
- Allama Iqbal Medical College (AIMC),
- Lahore Ameer-ud-Din Medical College (AMC),
- Lahore Dera Ghazi Khan Medical College (DGMC),
- D.G. Khan Gujranwala Medical College (GMC),
- Gujranwala Khawaja Muhammad Safdar Medical College (KMSMC),
- Sialkot Nawaz Sharif Medical College (NSMC),
- University of Gujrat Nishtar Medical College (NMC),
- Multan Punjab Medical College (PMC),
- Faisalabad Quaid-e-Azam Medical College (QAMC),
- Bahawalpur Rawalpindi Medical College (RMC),
- Rawalpindi Sahiwal Medical College (SLMC),
- Sahiwal Sargodha Medical College (SMC),
- Sargodha Services Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS),
- Lahore Sheikh Zayed Medical College (SZMC), Rahim Yar Khan
Detail Required to Apply for Scholarship
- Personal Information (Student’s Personal Details)
- Academic Information (Student’s Educational Records)
- Socioeconomic Information (Student’s Family and Financial Details)
How to Apply for Honhaar Scholarship
To begin, students must create an account on the Honhaar Scholarship Portal at
https://honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk/.
Once the portal is open, follow these steps: Click on the ‘Login’ button located on the right side of the page. A Sign-In/Registration window will appear.
Select the ‘Register’ option to create a new account. Provide your CNIC, institution name, and email address. After completing all required fields, click on the ‘Submit’ button. Make sure to remember your password for future logins.
Return to the portal’s homepage, click on ‘Apply,’ and log in using your CNIC and password. The application form will appear-fill in all sections carefully, step by step, and then submit your application.
The form includes sections for personal details, address, education, employment status, parent information, family members, income and assets, expenses, transport, required documents, and a final review.
After submission, a confirmation email will be sent to the registered email address.
How to Check Honh Scholarship Application Status
The Honhaar Scholarship Scheme officially closed on 18th October 2024. The Higher Education Department, Punjab, will now review the submitted applications and finalize the merit list. Successful candidates will be notified via email and SMS, so applicants are advised to regularly check their inboxes and messages.
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The 2025 batch of the Honhaar Scholarship Program has not yet been announced, and no official update has been released so far. However, Chief Minister Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, has approved the launch of the Laptop Scheme and Youth Sports Scholarship Program, which will be starting soon.
Recently, the Chief Minister of Punjab launched a notable initiative named Dhee Rani or the Collective Marriage Program (CMP) for girls in Punjab. Under this scheme, the government will grant deserving brides a salami of Rs. 100,000 through ATM cards, along with essential dowry items.
FAQ’s
What is the Honhaar Scholarship Program?
Launched by Maryam Nawaz Sharif, the Honhaar Scholarship Program is designed to support deserving students in Punjab by ensuring access to quality education. Each year, the initiative provides financial assistance to 30,000 students across 68 districts.
How much financial support does the Honhaar Scholarship offer?
Selected students receive Rs. 130,000 annually through the scholarship, which supports their educational expenses for a duration of up to eight years.
How many students will benefit from the Honhaar Scholarship over the next few years?
The program is set to expand over the next four years, aiming to support 4 million students with a total target of 20 million scholarships.
