Today Release CM Honhaar Scholarship 2025 Merit List & Apply Online Guide
CM Honhaar Scholarship 2025 Merit List & Apply Online Guide
The Punjab government has announced a big opportunity for students through the CM Honhaar Undergraduate Scholarship 2025, a merit-based program that will support 30,000 deserving students across public universities and colleges in Punjab. Managed by the Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC), this scheme ensures that no talented student is deprived of higher education due to financial issues.
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Merit-Based CM Honhaar Scholarship Program 2025
The Chief Minister’s Honhaar Scholarship is a completely merit-based scheme. Students with outstanding academic records and financial needs will be given priority. It focuses on key disciplines such as:
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Medical & Dental Studies (MBBS & BDS)
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Engineering & IT
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Social Sciences
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Natural & Applied Sciences
This initiative removes economic barriers and promotes higher education among youth across Pakistan.
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Eligibility Criteria for CM Honhaar Scholarship 2025
To qualify, students must meet the following requirements:
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Domicile: Must hold a Punjab domicile. Students from other provinces studying in Punjab universities can apply under certain phases.
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Academic Merit:
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Medical/Dental Colleges: Minimum 60% marks in annual exams.
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Undergraduate Programs: Must maintain university-set CGPA/percentage.
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Enrollment:
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Phase 1: First-semester students.
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Phase 2: Students in 3rd to 8th semesters.
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MBBS/BDS: 2nd to 5th year students.
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Family Income: Must not exceed Rs. 300,000 per month (verified with an income certificate).
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No Other Scholarship: Applicants must not already hold another scholarship.
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Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online
The entire application process is online. Follow these steps carefully:
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Visit the official PHEC portal.
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Create an account using CNIC, email, and phone number.
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Fill out the application with personal, academic, and income details.
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Upload necessary documents including:
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CNIC/Form-B
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Parent/Guardian CNIC
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Academic transcripts (Matric & Intermediate)
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University Admission Letter
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Punjab Domicile Certificate
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Family income affidavit
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Review your application carefully before submitting.
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Merit List for CM Honhaar Scholarship 2025
The merit list will be published on the official PHEC portal. Students can check by logging in with their registered credentials. Selection depends on:
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Academic merit (marks/CGPA)
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Fulfillment of eligibility criteria
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Seat availability under each phase
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Distribution of Scholarships
The program is divided into multiple phases:
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Phase 1: First-semester students (30,000 scholarships)
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Phase 2: Students in 3rd–8th semesters (20,000 scholarships)
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Phase 3: MBBS/BDS students in 2nd–5th year (5,000 scholarships)
This ensures both new and continuing students benefit equally.
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Project Budget & Funding
The Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC) manages the scheme with the following budget allocations:
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Total Cost: Rs. 5,868.05 million
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Initial Allocation: Rs. 2,500 million
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Funds Utilized: Rs. 2,807.55 million
This major investment reflects the government’s commitment to providing equal educational opportunities.
Last Date to Apply for Honhaar Scholarship 2025
The last date to apply online is September 15, 2025. Students are strongly advised to apply before the deadline to avoid missing out on this golden opportunity.
Key Benefits of the CM Honhaar Scholarship
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100% tuition fee coverage in public universities and colleges.
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Opportunities for students from all provinces.
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Equal support for medical, engineering, IT, and social sciences.
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Promotes skill development and literacy in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who can apply for the CM Honhaar Scholarship 2025?
Undergraduate, MBBS, and BDS students with Punjab domicile or students from other provinces enrolled in Punjab universities.
2. How many scholarships are offered?
Around 30,000 scholarships in Phase 1, plus additional scholarships in later phases.
3. Does the scholarship cover living expenses?
No, it covers tuition fees only.
4. Can I apply if I already have another scholarship?
No, applicants cannot hold multiple scholarships.
5. What is the deadline to apply?
The last date is September 15, 2025.
Conclusion
The CM Honhaar Undergraduate Scholarship 2025 is a life-changing chance for talented youth to pursue their dreams of higher education without financial stress. Covering tuition fees and supporting thousands of students, it stands as one of Punjab’s biggest initiatives to uplift the next generation.
