On September 2025, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, chief Minister of Punjab formally declared the reinstatement of the Scholarships and Laptop Distribution Program to students throughout the province. The news was circulated in the authenticated social media accounts of Punjab Government and verified by provincial news sources.
As per the CM, the CM Punjab Scholarships and Laptop Scheme 2025 will be implemented in early 2026, wherein laptops and scholarships will be awarded based on pure merit to eligible students. This program is one of the government wider reform programs in education, in trying to empower the youth using technology and financial resources to achieve academic excellence.
Objectives of the Scheme
The CM Punjab Scholarships and Laptop Scheme 2025 is intended to: See our CM Punjab Minority Card 2025 application guide.
- Support technology and digital literacy.
- Fund scholarships to gifted students.
- Promote intellectual performance and creativity.
- Close the digital divide between city and country.
The government is trying to produce a generation of students who are prepared to meet the challenge of the global economy by ensuring that financial help combined with the use of modern devices produces that generation of students.
Background – A Proven Track Record
The Punjab Government has a history of running successful laptop and scholarship programs. The first scheme was initiated in 2011 and was named Punjab Youth Initiative, where more than 400,000 laptops were given to high-achieving students. Likewise, thousands of students have been helped to get higher education through merit-based scholarships.
The 2025 revival will be based on these achievements, which will include new eligibility requirements, better device specifications, and a clear selection procedure that will ensure impartiality.
Quick Facts Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | CM Punjab Scholarships and Laptop Scheme 2025. |
| Announced By | CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif |
| Announcement Date | 4 September 2025 |
| Launch Date | Early 2026 |
| Target Group | Postgraduate to Matric students. |
| Eligibility | Merit-based (academic performance) |
| Laptop Specs | Core i7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD |
| Scholarship Amount | Varies by program & level |
| Distribution Start | March 2026 |
| Official Portal | To be announced |
Eligibility Criteria for Laptops
- Should be pursuing a diploma/degree course in a known public sector college or university in Punjab.
- At least 70% in yearly exams or 3.0 and above CGPA in semester system.
- Valid CNIC or B‑Form required
- Not a previous recipient of the Punjab Laptop Scheme
Eligibility Criteria for Scholarships
Students whose academic performance and need are outstanding will be given scholarships. Educational institutions will be used to verify applications by Higher Education Department (HED).
Special quotas will be reserved for students from underprivileged districts, differently‑abled students, and those excelling in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. Read our Punjab Industrial Workers Flats allotment guide.
Registration Process
Registration will be entirely online in order to make it transparent. Students will be required to create an account on the official portal (to be announced), complete and enter the required academic and personal information and send scanned copies of their CNIC/B-Form, transcripts, and a current photo.
The respective institutions will verify that the applications have been received by them and then send them to the HED to be approved.
Selection and Merit List
The selection process will be strictly merit‑based. Once the HED has verified, they will create district-by-district merit lists of laptops and scholarships. Such lists would be posted on the official portal, and students would be able to look at their status with their CNIC number.
Students located in rural or underserved communities will have an advantage in a tie.
اس اسکیم میں طلباء کا انتخاب مکمل طور پر میرٹ کی بنیاد پر کیا جائے گا۔ درخواستوں کی جانچ پہلے تعلیمی ادارے کریں گے اور پھر حتمی فہرست ہائر ایجوکیشن ڈیپارٹمنٹ تیار کرے گا۔ میرٹ لسٹ ضلع وار سرکاری ویب سائٹ پر جاری کی جائے گی، اور طلباء اپنا اسٹیٹس شناختی کارڈ نمبر کے ذریعے آن لائن چیک کر سکیں گے۔ برابر نمبروں کی صورت میں ترجیح پسماندہ علاقوں کے طلباء کو دی جائے گی تاکہ مواقع کی منصفانہ تقسیم یقینی بنائی جا سکے۔
Laptop Specifications and Features
The laptops under the 2025 scheme will be powered by the Intel core i7 processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD storage, and Windows 11 Pro. They will be ready-to-use with licensed Microsoft Office, antivirus software and access to e-learning portal of Punjab Government.
This means that they can be used by students immediately in academic, research and skills development. Visit Urdu Jankari Latest Updates for news and schemes.
Scholarship Categories
- Merit Scholarships: For top‑performing students in each district
- Need‑Based Scholarships: For students from low‑income families
- Special Quota Scholarships: For differently‑abled students and those from remote areas
- STEM Excellence Awards: For students excelling in science and technology fields
Distribution Plan
Distribution of laptops will commence in March 2026, and the distribution ceremony will take place in Universities and Colleges in Punjab. The scholarships will be paid straight to the bank accounts of students so as to make it transparent.
Laptop collection or scholarship disbursement date and venue will be informed to the students through SMS and email.
اس اسکیم کے تحت لیپ ٹاپ اور اسکالرشپس کی تقسیم مرحلہ وار کی جائے گی۔ پہلے مرحلے میں میرٹ لسٹ کے مطابق منتخب طلباء کو ان کے تعلیمی اداروں میں خصوصی تقریبات کے دوران لیپ ٹاپ دیے جائیں گے، جبکہ اسکالرشپس براہِ راست طلباء کے بینک اکاؤنٹس میں منتقل کی جائیں گی۔ طلباء کو SMS اور ای میل کے ذریعے تاریخ، وقت اور مقام کی اطلاع دی جائے گی تاکہ تقسیم کا عمل شفاف اور منظم رہے۔
Benefits for Students
The scheme has several advantages such as the use of modern technology, education funding, and a chance to engage in online studies and research.
It is a means of accessing resources and opportunities to which rural students would not have previously had access, and it bridges the urban-rural education gap.
Government’s Vision for Education
This project belongs to the greater vision of the Punjab Government to reform the education system, introduce technologies into the classroom, and train the students to meet the needs of the digital economy.
It is also in line with the Digital Punjab Vision 2030 which aims to increase internet connectivity, enhance IT capabilities, and encourage innovation.
Challenges and Solutions
The reasons are the fair distribution, absence of misuse, and quality of the devices. The government will solve these by verifying using biometrics, using GPS-tagged distribution, and by providing warranty on the laptops.
Cooperation with recognized technical organizations will guarantee the quality of equipment and post-use service.
How Students Can Prepare
The students are expected to pay attention to the high level of academic results, accumulating the necessary papers, and following the official announcements.
They can also visit online learning platforms to achieve the maximum benefit of getting a laptop or scholarship.
Contact Information
Students can also use the official social media accounts of the Punjab Government and the Higher Education Department as well as the site of the Higher Education Department to get updates. An exclusive helpline and email service will be announced nearer to registration date.
Conclusion – Empowering Punjab’s Youth
The Punjab Laptop Scheme and Scholarships 2025 is not just a government initiative, but an investment in the future of the province. The government is providing the means to make the students successful in school and in life by integrating technology with money.
In a fast moving world such programs keep every student afloat and all young minds can shine.
