The Punjab government has opened applications the next phase of the Honhaar Scholarship Program, allowing eligible students at selected universities and colleges to apply for financial support. The deadline for submitting online applications is November 9, 2026.
Announcing the new cycle, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said the program had supported 160,000 students and provided opportunities across 70 disciplines. She urged students to continue their education and take advantage of the latest round.
The new phase covers both students beginning their degrees in Fall 2026 and those already studying in eligible public-sector institutions. However, the institution, income, and academic requirements differ between the two categories.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants in both categories must hold a Punjab domicile. There is no age limit or gender restriction, but students must meet the relevant academic, financial, and enrollment requirements.
First-semester and first-year students — Fall 2026
Students must be enrolled in selected disciplines at participating public-sector universities and colleges, public medical and dental colleges, HED colleges, or partner federal and private higher education institutions.
Students enrolled in the first year of MBBS or BDS in 2026 are also eligible.
The monthly family income limits are:
- Public-sector institutions: Less than Rs. 350,000.
- Partner federal and private institutions: Less than Rs. 500,000.
Applicants must provide an income affidavit on e-stamp paper.
Second-semester and second-year students onward
Continuing students must be enrolled in selected disciplines at eligible public-sector universities, public medical and dental colleges, or HED colleges.
Their monthly family income must be less than Rs. 350,000, supported by an affidavit on e-stamp paper.
Eligibility for this category does not extend to students at federal and private institutions under Phase IV.
Minimum Marks for New Students
First-semester and first-year applicants must meet the following minimum FSc or intermediate marks:
| Institution category | Sciences | Arts |
| Public-sector universities and colleges | 70% | 65% |
| Public medical and dental colleges — MBBS/BDS | 80% | Not applicable |
| Federal and private universities | 70% | 65% |
| HED colleges | 65% | 60% |
For HED colleges, the 60% threshold covers arts and social sciences.
The merit calculation for new entrants gives 30% weight to matric results and 70% to intermediate results.
Academic Requirements for Continuing Students
Students applying from their second semester or year onward must meet the prescribed GPA, CGPA, or annual examination equivalent:
| Institution category | Sciences | Arts |
| Eligible public-sector universities and colleges | 70% | 65% |
| HED colleges | 70% | 65% |
| Public medical and dental colleges — MBBS/BDS | 60% | Not applicable |
Students must also ensure that their institution and discipline are included in the participating lists. Meeting the marks and income requirements alone does not establish eligibility.
Disciplines
The program’s listed disciplines span technology, medicine, engineering, business, sciences, humanities, languages, and the arts.
Technology and emerging fields: Artificial Intelligence/Computer Science, Robotics, Information Network, Mobile System Applications, Cyber Security, Data Sciences, Mining and Analysis, Space Sciences, GIS, Water Technology, and Solar Manufacturing/Technology.
Engineering and industrial technology: Engineering Programs, Architecture, Biochemical Engineering, Coal Technology, Civil Technology, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Polymer Technology, Textile Technology, and Chemical Technology.
Medical and life sciences: MBBS, BDS, Pharmacy/Allied Health Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Nursing, Biotechnology, Molecular Genetics, Zoology, and Botany.
Business and management: Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Strategic Business Management, Business Analytics, Business Administration, Human Resources, HRM, Hospitality Management, Tourism Management, Agri Business, Commerce/Economics, and Banking and Finance.
Natural and agricultural sciences: Climate Change, Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Agriculture and Allied Sciences, Geology, Geography, and Fisheries/Wildlife.
Humanities, social sciences, languages, and arts: Archaeology, Film and Performing Arts, Law, English, Urdu, Punjabi, Islamic Studies, Education, Mass Communication, Political Sciences, History, Social Works, Sociology, Philosophy, Fine Arts, Arabic, Public Administration, Psychology, Languages and Literature, and Persian.
Information and Documents Required
Applicants need to provide personal, educational, and socio-economic details, along with their mailing and permanent addresses.
- The supplied application guide lists the following uploads:
- A recent photograph with a clearly visible face.
- Front and back images of the applicant’s CNIC.
- Matric certificate or O-Level equivalence certificate.
- Intermediate certificate or A-Level equivalence certificate.
- Punjab domicile certificate.
- Income affidavit.
How to Apply
- Open the official portal: Visit the Honhaar Scholarship portal and select Login to register or access an existing account.
- Create an account: Enter the required registration information, including your institution, university or college, CNIC, email address, and password. Use your own valid CNIC, without spaces or dashes. Using another person’s CNIC can result in disqualification.
- Use an existing account where applicable: If the portal says your CNIC already exists, sign in rather than creating another account. Save your login credentials and enter the captcha when signing in.
- Check eligibility and download the affidavit: Review the applicable requirements and download the sample income affidavit from the portal.
- Complete personal details: Enter your personal information, admission date, student registration number, discipline, degree title, domicile, and family income. Upload your photograph.
- Enter address and education details: Complete the mailing and permanent address sections, followed by your matric and intermediate or equivalent academic records. Use Save and Continue to retain the information entered in each section.
- Upload supporting documents: Upload each required document in the prescribed format and size, ensuring the scans are readable.
- Review the application: Check all information and uploaded documents before proceeding.
- Press Submit: Saving or reviewing the form does not complete the application. Applicants must click Submit to formally apply.
After successful submission, the guide says a confirmation message will appear, an application ID will be generated, and the application status will become available. Applicants can also print or save their completed form.
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