The Government of Punjab has rolled out CM Punjab Honhaar Scholarships Phase 2 for 2025 a continuation of the program launched under Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz to uplift talented yet financially struggling students. This year’s phase brings wider coverage bigger stipends and fresh opportunities to help young people achieve their educational dreams.
The program is designed to ensure that students from all corners of Punjab — including rural and remote districts — can pursue quality education without worrying about financial burdens. With more institutions included and expanded eligibility this phase aims to reach thousands of new students across various academic and technical fields.
What is the CM Punjab Honhaar Scholarship?
The Honhaar Scholarship is a merit-cum-need-based financial aid scheme by the Punjab Government. It supports students who have strong academic records but lack the resources to continue their studies.
Phase 1 launched in 2024 helped over 20000 students from public sector universities. Phase 2 has taken the lessons learned and expanded the initiative significantly to cover more students more courses and more regions.
Details About Honhaar Scholarship Phase 2 (2025)
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Launched by | CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz |
| Target Beneficiaries | 80000 students |
| Current Beneficiaries | 50000 already supported 30000 new slots |
| Fields Covered | 67 academic and technical disciplines |
| Application Deadline | September 15 2025 |
| Mode of Application | Online through official portal |
| New Inclusion | Students from other provinces such as AJK GB Balochistan KP |
| Special Quotas | Orphans disabled students rural females |
What’s New in 2025?
- More Scholarships Available
- 35000 new scholarships this year compared to 20000 in Phase 1
- Extended coverage to underdeveloped districts of Punjab
- Wider Eligibility
- Not just university students — intermediate college technical and DAE students can apply
- Inclusion of TEVTA-registered institutes
- Higher Financial Support
- Monthly stipend raised from Rs. 4000 to Rs. 10000
- One-time laptop grants and internet stipends for top performers
- Fully Digital Application System
- Online portal for applying and tracking progress
- Real-time updates via SMS and WhatsApp
- Reserved Quotas
- 5% for orphans
- 5% for students with disabilities
- 10% for female students from rural areas
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must
- Have a Punjab domicile (students from AJK GB KP and Balochistan can also apply under reserved seats)
- Be enrolled in a public sector university government-affiliated college or TEVTA-registered technical institute
- Have at least 70% marks in the previous academic year
- Have a family income below Rs. 60000 per month
- Not be receiving any other scholarship
How to Apply
- Create Your Account
- Go to the official Punjab Government Scholarship Portal
- Register with CNIC/B-Form mobile number and email
- Fill Out the Form
- Add your academic details financial information and bank account number
- Upload Required Documents
- CNIC/B-Form
- Domicile
- Recent photograph
- Last academic marksheet
- Parent or guardian income certificate
- Admission letter
- Submit and Track
- Submit online
- Use the tracking ID to check your status
Deadline: September 15 2025
Selection & Benefits
- Merit list prepared by the Higher Education Department
- Funds transferred directly to student bank accounts
- Top 1000 achievers get bonus rewards like laptops and leadership training
CM Maryam Nawaz’s Statement
At the launch ceremony in Lahore Maryam Nawaz said
No student in Punjab should drop out because of financial issues. This scholarship is not just aid it is an investment in the province’s future.
Recent Updates – August 2025
- Aug 5: Portal launched online
- Aug 8: 120000 applications received in first 3 days
- Aug 10: Awareness campaign launched in rural areas with mobile information vans
- By end of August: Mobile app for scholarship applications to be released
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