The Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has officially launched the HEC Honhaar Scholarship Program 2024 for undergraduate students, providing crucial financial support to those who are unable to afford higher education. This scholarship program covers 68 disciplines across more than 50 public sector universities, 16 medical colleges, and 131 graduate colleges in Punjab. Additionally, it includes top-ranking private universities such as LUMS, FAST National University, COMSATS, GIKI, and NUST.
CM Honhaar Scholarship Punjab HEC – Updated Eligibility Criteria
Updated Eligibility Criteria:
- Domicile: Applicants must have a domicile from any district in Punjab.
- Age Limit: Applicants should not be older than 22 years on the closing date.
- Family Income: The family’s monthly income must be less than Rs. 300,000 (an affidavit is required). [Download Sample Affidavit]
- Enrollment: Applicants must be enrolled in the selected disciplines at designated universities/colleges for the Fall 2024 session. Newly enrolled MBBS and BDS students for 2024 are also eligible.
Minimum Marks Requirements:
- Public Sector Medical and Dental Colleges: Minimum 80% in FSc/Intermediate.
- Federal and Private Universities:
- Sciences: Minimum 70%
- Arts and Social Sciences: Minimum 65%
- Public Sector Universities:
- Sciences: Minimum 70%
- Arts and Social Sciences: Minimum 65%
- HED Colleges:
- Sciences: Minimum 65%
- Arts and Social Sciences: Minimum 60%
About the Honhaar Scholarship
The government is set to invest over PKR 130 billion over eight years, awarding 30,000 scholarships annually to benefit more than 120,000 students. This initiative aims to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder talented students from pursuing their educational aspirations.
How to Apply for the Honhaar Undergraduate Scholarships Program
To register online, follow these steps:
- Create a Login Account: Enter your personal and academic details.
- Visit the Official Website: Go to Honhaar Scholarship Registration.
- Choose Your Nationality: Select “Pakistan” from the dropdown menu.
- Select Institute: Choose your university or college from the dropdown labeled “Please Select.”
- Enter CNIC: Fill in your CNIC (spaces and dashes are not allowed).
- Provide Email: Enter a valid email address.
- Create a Password: Choose a password (minimum of 6 alphanumeric characters).
- Confirm Password: Re-enter the password.
- Submit: Click the submit button to register.
- Cancel: Use this option to cancel the registration process if needed.
Apply Online
The form is used to register a new user with their CNIC, email, and password.
How to Get the Honhaar Scholarship Affidavit Online?
To download the Honhaar Scholarship Affidavit, click here.
Honhaar Scholarship Last Date:
The last date to apply is Friday, October 18, 2024.
Eligible List of Universities and Medical Colleges
The following is a comprehensive list of eligible universities, medical colleges, and other educational institutions for the Honhaar Merit Scholarships:
Public Sector Universities:
| University/College Name | District |
| Thal University | Bhakkar |
| Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences | Bahawalpur |
| Government Sadiq College Women University | Bahawalpur |
| Islamia University | Bahawalpur |
| University of Chakwal | Chakwal |
| Ghazi University | Dera Ghazi Khan |
| Mir Chakar Khan Rind University of Technology | Dera Ghazi Khan |
| Faisalabad Medical University | Faisalabad |
| Government College University | Faisalabad |
| University of Agriculture | Faisalabad |
| University of Jhang | Jhang |
| University of Kamalia | Kamalia |
| Fatima Jinnah Medical University | Lahore |
| Government College University | Lahore |
| Information Technology University | Lahore |
| Khatamun Nabiyyeen University | Lahore |
| King Edward Medical University | Lahore |
| Lahore College for Women University | Lahore |
| Punjab Tianjin University of Technology | Lahore |
| University of Child Health Sciences | Lahore |
| University of Education | Lahore |
| University of Engineering & Technology | Lahore |
| University of Health Sciences | Lahore |
| University of Home Economics | Lahore |
| University of the Punjab | Lahore |
| University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences | Lahore |
| FAST National University | Lahore |
| Lahore University of Management Sciences | Lahore |
| University of Central Punjab | Lahore |
| University of Management & Technology | Lahore |
| The University of Lahore | Lahore |
| Superior University | Lahore |
| University of Layyah | Layyah |
| Punjab University of Technology Rasul | Mandi Bahauddin |
| University of Mianwali | Mianwali |
| Baha-ud-Din Zakariya University | Multan |
| Muhammad Nawaz Sharif University of Agriculture | Multan |
| Muhammad Nawaz Sharif University of Engineering & Technology | Multan |
| Nishtar Medical University | Multan |
| The Women University | Multan |
| Emerson University | Multan |
| Multan University of Science and Technology (MUST) | Multan |
| Kohsar University | Murree |
| Baba Guru Nanak University | Nankana Sahib |
| University of Narowal | Narowal |
| University of Okara | Okara |
| Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology | Rahim Yar Khan |
| Fatima Jinnah Women University | Rawalpindi |
| Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University | Rawalpindi |
| Rawalpindi Medical University | Rawalpindi |
| Rawalpindi Women University | Rawalpindi |
| University of Sahiwal | Sahiwal |
| University of Sargodha | Sargodha |
| Government College Women University | Sialkot |
| University of Sialkot | Sialkot |
| University of Engineering & Technology | Taxila |
Private Sector Universities:
- LUMS (Lahore)
- NUST (Islamabad)
- COMSATS University (Islamabad)
- Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology (Swabi)
- FAST National University (Lahore)
Medical Colleges:
| Medical College Name | District |
| Allama Iqbal Medical College | Lahore |
| Ameer-ud-Din Medical College | Lahore |
| Services Institute of Medical Sciences | Lahore |
| D.G. Khan Medical College | D.G. Khan |
| Gujranwala Medical College | Gujranwala |
| Khawaja Muhammad Safdar Medical College | Sialkot |
| Nawaz Sharif Medical College | Gujrat |
| Nishtar Medical College | Multan |
| Punjab Medical College | Faisalabad |
| Quaid-e-Azam Medical College | Bahawalpur |
| Rawalpindi Medical College | Rawalpindi |
| Sahiwal Medical College | Sahiwal |
| Sargodha Medical College | Sargodha |
| Sheikh Zayed Medical College | Rahim Yar Khan |
For a complete list of eligible institutions, it is recommended to visit the official website of the Honhaar Merit Scholarships program.
Conclusion
The Honhaar Scholarship Program 2024 presents an invaluable opportunity for deserving students across Punjab to pursue their higher education without the burden of financial constraints. With a commitment to invest over PKR 130 billion and support for 30,000 scholarships annually, this initiative aims to empower over 120,000 talented individuals to achieve their academic dreams. By providing assistance across a wide range of disciplines in both public and prestigious private universities, the program stands as a testament to the government’s dedication to fostering education and excellence. Students are encouraged to meet the eligibility criteria and apply before the deadline of October 18, 2024. This scholarship could be the key to unlocking a brighter future.
FAQs about the Honhaar Scholarship Program
1. What is the Honhaar Scholarship Program?
The Honhaar Scholarship Program is an initiative launched by the Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif to provide financial support to undergraduate students in Punjab who are unable to afford higher education. It covers a variety of disciplines across public and private sector universities.
2. Who is eligible to apply for the scholarship?
To be eligible, applicants must be domiciled in Punjab, not older than 22 years on the closing date, have a family income of less than Rs. 300,000, and must be enrolled in one of the selected disciplines at designated universities or colleges for the Fall 2024 session.
3. What are the minimum marks requirements for the scholarship?
The minimum marks requirements vary by institution and field of study:
- Public Sector Medical and Dental Colleges: At least 80% in FSc/Intermediate.
- Federal and Private Universities: 70% for Sciences and 65% for Arts and Social Sciences.
- Public Sector Universities: 70% for Sciences and 65% for Arts and Social Sciences.
- HED Colleges: 65% for Sciences and 60% for Arts and Social Sciences.
4. How can I apply for the Honhaar Scholarship?
To apply, you need to create a login account on the official scholarship website, fill in your personal and academic details, and submit the application form. Make sure to provide accurate information to ensure a smooth application process.
5. What is the deadline for applying for the Honhaar Scholarship?
The last date to apply for the Honhaar Scholarship Program is Friday, October 18, 2024. It is important to complete your application before this date to be considered for the scholarship.
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