The Honhaar Scholarship is one of the largest education support programs launched by the Government of Punjab. It targets talented students who face financial challenges and want to continue higher education without stress.
This program focuses on merit and need. If you meet the criteria, your tuition fee can be fully covered.
What is the Honhaar Scholarship
The Honhaar Scholarship is an undergraduate support program managed by the Punjab Higher Education Commission under the Higher Education Department.
It provides full tuition fee coverage to deserving students enrolled in universities and colleges across Punjab.
Eligibility Criteria
You must meet these conditions to apply:
- You must have a Punjab domicile
- Your family income must be less than 300,000 PKR per month
- You must submit an income affidavit
- You must be enrolled in selected disciplines
Eligible students include:
- Students from 3rd to 8th semester in BS programs
- Students in 2nd to 5th year of MBBS or BDS
- Minimum Academic Requirements
Your academic performance must meet these benchmarks:
- Public universities and colleges
- Science students need at least 70 percent or equivalent CGPA
- Arts students need at least 65 percent or equivalent CGPA
- Medical and dental colleges
- Students must have at least 60 percent in annual exams
- Merit is calculated based on policies set by the Higher Education Commission.
Scholarship Coverage
This is a high value benefit.
- You get 100 percent tuition fee coverage
- You reduce financial burden on your family
- You can focus fully on studies
Details Required in Application
You need to provide accurate information in three areas:
Personal details
Educational records
Socio economic background
Make sure all data is correct. Any mistake can lead to rejection.
Scholarship Distribution Phases
The program has been rolled out in multiple phases:
Phase I
30,000 scholarships awarded to first semester BS students and first year medical students
Phase II
20,000 scholarships awarded to students from 3rd to 8th semester and MBBS BDS students from 2nd to 5th year
Phase III
5,000 scholarships allocated to students from other provinces
This shows the program is expanding beyond Punjab.
Project Overview and Budget
The Honhaar Scholarship is a large scale project.
- Total approved cost is 5,868.05 million PKR
- Initial budget was 2,500 million PKR
- Later increased to 5,868.05 million PKR
- Funds released by the Finance Department
- Over 2,807.55 million PKR already used
This level of funding shows strong government commitment.
Why This Scholarship Matters
Education costs are rising. Many students drop out due to fees.
This program solves that problem.
You get full fee support
You stay in university
You improve your career chances
If you qualify, you should apply as early as possible.
This scholarship can directly impact your future.
