Punjab Honhaar Scholarship Phase 2 (2025) — Online Registration, Benefits & Eligibility. The Punjab Honhaar Scholarship (Phase 2, 2025) offers 100% tuition fee coverage for thousands of talented undergraduate students across selected public, private, and federal institutions in Punjab. Applications are submitted online through the official Punjab HEC portal.
Last date to apply (as shown on portal): 15 September 2025. Submit on the Honhaar Scholarship website only.
What is the Punjab Honhaar Scholarship?
A merit-based, need-aware program run via Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC) to remove financial barriers and expand access to higher education. The scheme’s second phase continues the commitment to full tuition fee support, with the target scale around 30,000 scholarships.
Key promise: tuition fees covered for eligible undergraduate programs at selected universities/colleges listed on the portal.
Who can apply? (Eligibility Snapshot)
- Domicile: Punjab.
- Program level: Undergraduate students (first year/first semester in 2025 for most disciplines). MBBS & BDS first-year (2025 intake) are explicitly eligible.
- Merit formula: 30% Matric + 70% Intermediate for selection.
- Income need: Family income threshold as specified on the portal (affidavit/e-stamp may be required).
- Universities/Colleges: Must be from the official Honhaar list (check the portal’s Universities page).
Tip: If you’re already enrolled outside the listed institutions/discipline set, your application may not qualify. Always validate your institute + program on the portal first.
Benefits at a Glance
- 100% tuition fee paid (per approved degree & institute).
- Merit-based selection using standardized weightage (30/70).
- Wide coverage across public, private, and federal institutions (selected list).
- Dedicated help: official email/phone available on portal.
Required Documents (prepare clear scans)
- CNIC/B-Form
- Punjab domicile
- Matric & Intermediate transcripts
- Family income proof (as guided on portal; affidavit may be required)
- Any special-case proof (e.g., disability certificate), if applicable
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Open the official portal: honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk.
- Click Apply Now / Register, create an account with CNIC and set your password.
- Sign in and fill your personal, academic, and family income details.
- Select your university/program from the eligible list.
- Upload required documents and submit the application.
- Track any updates or queries through your dashboard
Only apply through the official PHEC portal; avoid look-alike sites or third-party forms.
Selection & Merit Calculation
- Merit score is computed using 30% Matric + 70% Intermediate marks.
- Discipline/institution-specific minimum marks or filters may apply (see portal “Eligibility” tab/FAQs).
Coverage & Duration
- Coverage: Tuition fee for the approved program at the selected institute (no cash handout to students).
- Duration: Typically for the entire undergraduate program (4–5 years), subject to rules and academic performance.
Support & Contacts
- Official site: honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk
- Email: honhaar@punjabhec.gov.pk | Phone: 042-99231903 (as listed on portal).
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying from a non-listed institute/discipline.
- Entering CNIC with spaces/dashes (use digits only on sign-in).
- Missing document scans or blurry uploads.
- Ignoring the deadline (15 Sept 2025).
FAQs
1) Does Honhaar cover private universities?
Yes—selected private and federal institutions are included; verify your campus on the Universities page.
2) Is there an age limit?
The program is open to all genders with no stated age bar on the official materials; eligibility hinges on enrollment, domicile, income, and merit.
3) Are MBBS/BDS students eligible?
Yes, 1st-year MBBS & BDS (2025 intake) are eligible under Honhaar (as stated on the portal).
4) What is the merit formula?
Selection uses 30% Matric + 70% Intermediate marks weighting.
5) How many scholarships are there?
Official brochure/posts indicate ~30,000 scholarships and 100% tuition coverage (scale and coverage reiterated in reputable news).
6) What if the portal is slow or I can’t submit?
Try again during off-peak hours, clear cache, or contact honhaar@punjabhec.gov.pk / 042-99231903 for assistance.
Conclusion
If you’re an undergraduate (including MBBS/BDS first-year 2025) with Punjab domicile, apply for Honhaar Phase 2 before 15 September 2025 to secure 100% tuition support. Confirm your institute/program is on the eligible list, calculate your merit using 30/70 weighting, and submit accurate documents on the official PHEC portal. This is a rare chance to complete your degree tuition-free—don’t miss the deadline.
