Verified eligibility criteria, Rs. 300,000 income limit, merit calculation, and status check guidelines.
Originally Published: July 18, 2026Last Updated: July 18, 2026Fact-Checked: July 18, 2026 (PHEC Source)
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This page provides fact-checked guides and aggregate estimation calculations for student facilitation. To submit applications or check official selection lists, please visit the official government scholarship portal directly at honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk.
The Government of Punjab, under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has officially closed registrations for the 2026 application cycle of the CM Punjab Honhaar Undergraduate Scholarship Program. The program provides 30,000 merit-based scholarships each year to eligible undergraduate students across Punjab, covering 100% of tuition fees throughout their degree programs. The scholarship portal is currently undergoing institutional verification, with authorities working on the preparation and compilation of the final merit lists.
The CM Punjab Honhaar Scholarship is a fully-funded merit scholarship administered by the Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC). It covers 100% of the tuition fees for undergraduate students studying in selected public and private sector universities, medical colleges, and public colleges across Punjab. Eligibility requires a Punjab domicile, family income under Rs. 300,000/month (public sector), and minimum Intermediate marks of 70% (Science) or 65% (Arts).
Make sure you have these documents ready for verification:
For technical query support or details about the focal person list, contact the HEC helpline:
Helpline: 042-99233249
| Scheme Status | Verification Phase |
| Applications Portal | Closed (Deadline was June 28, 2026) |
| Target Count | 30,000 Fully Funded Scholarships (Annually) |
| Family Income Limit | Public HEIs: Rs. 300,000/month | Private HEIs: Rs. 500,000/month |
| Scholarship Coverage | 100% Tuition Fee (excluding hostel and transport charges) |
| Official Portal | honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk |
Applicants are strongly advised to enter details ONLY on the secure HEC domain. The government does not charge any registration fees, and no WhatsApp agents have access to change merit rankings. Never share your CNIC, e-stamp copies, or portal passwords publicly on student forums.
To qualify for selection under the Punjab Higher Education Commission guidelines, students must fulfill the following criteria:
The scholarship coordinates fee structures directly with your university finance desk:
| Expense Type | Coverage Status | Reimbursement Details |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Covered (100%) | Paid directly to university. 1st semester fees already paid will be refunded. |
| Admission Fee | Institution-Dependent | Varies according to campus invoice structures. |
| Hostel Charges | Not Covered | Must be paid by the student independently. |
| Transport / Fuel | Not Covered | Not funded. |
Use our interactive tool to calculate your aggregate merit. The calculation is based on the official HEC weightage (30% weightage for Matric marks + 70% weightage for Intermediate marks).
The selection score is computed by combining your board percentages. Please note that meeting the minimum eligibility criteria (70% or 65%) only qualifies you to apply; final selections are made from highest to lowest scores based on institution quotas:
When a new registration phase is open, students must follow these steps on the HEC portal:
Your portal dashboard will display status updates as verification progresses:
To maintain your fully-funded status in subsequent semesters, selected students must follow these rules:
If your portal displays verification errors or missing records, copy the draft below and email it to the HEC support desk at support.honhaar@punjabhec.gov.pk:
To, The support Desk, CM Punjab Honhaar Scholarship Cell (PHEC). Subject: Grievance Regarding Honhaar Scholarship Portal Application Respected Sir/Madam, I am writing to report an issue with my application on the Honhaar Scholarship Portal. Student Details: - Full Name: [Enter your name] - CNIC Number: [Enter 13-digit CNIC] - Application ID: [Enter your application number] - University/College: [Enter institution name] - Degree Program & Semester: [e.g. BS CS, 1st Semester] - Dashboard Status: [e.g. Pending, Unverified] Description of the Issue: [Describe your issue here - e.g. Domicile rejected, Focal person not responding, OTP delay] Sincerely, [Your Name] Contact: [Your Mobile Number]
Sign in directly to the official HEC dashboard to check your focal person verification updates:
A: The 2026 application cycle closed on June 28, 2026. The next cycle is expected to open for new admissions in Fall 2026/early 2027.
A: The family monthly income must be less than Rs. 300,000 for public HEIs, and up to Rs. 500,000 for eligible private universities.
A: No. The Honhaar Undergraduate Scholarship requires a valid Punjab domicile. Students from other provinces are not eligible.
A: Yes, MBBS and BDS students studying in public medical colleges are fully eligible, provided they scored at least 80% in Intermediate.
A: If your CGPA falls below the university’s threshold (typically 2.50 or 3.00), the scholarship will be cancelled and you must pay future fees yourself.