Honhaar Scholarship 2025 For KPK, Balochistan GB and AJK

The Punjab Government has announced an excellent opportunity for students from other provinces under the Chief Minister Punjab Honhaar Scholarship Program 2025. This groundbreaking initiative, led by CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz, aims to support talented students from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK) by offering them 5,000 fully funded scholarships to study in top public sector institutions of Punjab.

The Honhaar Scholarship is designed to promote educational equity and national harmony. It opens doors for underprivileged students who wish to pursue higher education in medical, dental, engineering, and general public universities. With full financial coverage and access to Punjab’s best academic institutions, this scholarship is a game-changer for students across Pakistan.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply: 20th May 2025
• Application Mode: Online only
• Official Website: https://honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk

Total Number of Scholarship

There will now be 5000 scholarships available under the Punjab Government’s scholarship program. We are committed to sponsoring more students in the province than ever before with 5000 scholarships available this year. It is a reflection of our unwavering commitment to academic excellence and ensures that no deserving student is left behind.

Honhaar Scholarship 2025 Apply Online

Students from KPK, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and AJK can register online through the official scholarship portal. The application process is entirely digital, and no hard copies or manual submissions will be accepted. The Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC) has simplified the process to ensure students from remote areas can apply with ease. Interested applicants must apply before the deadline of May 20, 2025, to be considered for this prestigious opportunity.

Registration Form Online

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Honhaar Scholarship 2025, applicants must Belong to KPK, Balochistan, GB, or AJK.

• Have domicile of respective province
• No Gender specific
• Family monthly income should be less than Rs 300,000 (Affidavit Required) (Download Sample Affidavit)
• The Applicant must be enrolled in Selected Disciplines in any Public Universities / Colleges from 1^st & 2^nd Semester (Academic Session 2024-25), and for Public Medical & Dental College / University (Enrolled in 2024)
• Scholarships will be awarded on merit basis.
• Minimum FSc./Intermediate marks:
  • Public Sector Universities / Colleges (≥ 70% for Sciences and ≥ 65% for Arts and Social Sciences
  • Public Sector Medical and Dental Colleges (≥ 80%)
  • Selection of merit criteria will be Matric weightage 30% + Intermediate weightage 70%

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Institutions in Punjab

Students can apply for the scholarship if they are enrolled in:

• Government Universities in Punjab
• Public Sector Medical Colleges
• Public Sector Dental Colleges
• Government Engineering Colleges

How to Apply

Follow these simple steps to apply:

• Visit the official portal: https://honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk
• Create an account using your valid email and CNIC number.
• Fill out the scholarship application form with academic and personal details.
• Upload the required documents (CNIC, admission proof, academic transcripts, etc.).
• Submit the application before 20 May 2025.

FAQs

Q: Who can apply for the Honhaar Scholarship?

Students from KPK, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and AJK enrolled in public universities or colleges in Punjab.

Q: What is the last date to apply?

The deadline for online applications is May 20, 2025.

Q: How many scholarships are available?

A total of 5,000 scholarships will be awarded under this program.

Q: Can private university students apply?

No, only students enrolled in public sector institutions in Punjab are eligible.

Q: What expenses are covered under this scholarship?

The scholarship includes tuition fees, hostel expenses, and other academic costs (details available on the official site).