Honhaar Scholarship and Laptop Distribution Begins: First Ceremony Held at Sahiwal University
Students in Punjab waited long for this day. The government has started giving out Honhaar Scholarships and laptops. The first ceremony took place at the University of Sahiwal on 15 October 2026.
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz gave scholarships and laptops to students herself. Students from three districts took part in this first event. More ceremonies will follow in all nine divisions of Punjab.
First Ceremony Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Venue | University of Sahiwal |
| Districts | Sahiwal, Okara, Pakpattan |
| Given by | CM Maryam Nawaz |
| Announced by | Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat |
What Happened at the Ceremony
The University of Sahiwal hosted the first distribution event on Wednesday. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz attended as the chief guest. She handed over scholarships and laptops to deserving students from Sahiwal, Okara, and Pakpattan districts.
Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat called it great news for Punjab’s students. He said the government will complete the same process in every division. The exact number of awards given at this ceremony has not been shared yet.
Districts Covered in Phase One
- Sahiwal district students received their awards at the home venue
- Okara district students travelled to Sahiwal for the ceremony
- Pakpattan district students were the third group in this first round
- All three districts fall under the Sahiwal Division of Punjab
What Comes Next for Other Divisions
The Punjab government will hold similar events in the remaining eight divisions. These ceremonies will take place during October and November 2026. Each division will have its own date and venue.
Students should watch for official announcements about their division. The government has promised to finish all nine divisions within the given time. We will update this page when new dates are announced.
| Division | Status |
|---|---|
| Sahiwal | Done on 15 October |
| Lahore | To be announced |
| Gujranwala | To be announced |
| Faisalabad | To be announced |
| Multan | To be announced |
| Bahawalpur | To be announced |
| Rawalpindi | To be announced |
| Sargodha | To be announced |
| Dera Ghazi Khan | To be announced |
About the Honhaar Scholarship Programme
The Honhaar Scholarship helps bright students pay for their higher education. It covers university fees for students who earn good marks. The programme started to support talented youth from low-income families.
Thousands of students apply for this scholarship every year. Selection is based on academic merit and family income. Those who qualify get full financial support for their degree programmes.
How to Check Your Status
- Visit the official portal at honhaarscholarship.punjabhec.gov.pk
- Enter your CNIC number or application number in the search box
- Your selection result will appear on the screen
- If selected, wait for your division’s ceremony announcement
Frequently Asked Questions
When will students in Lahore get their laptops?
The government will announce each division’s date separately. Lahore and other divisions will have their ceremonies in the coming weeks of October and November.
How many laptops were given at the Sahiwal event?
The government has not shared the exact number yet. Officials said details about the scale of distribution will come later.
Do I need to attend the ceremony to collect my laptop?
The government will share collection details for each division soon. Keep checking official announcements for instructions about your area.
I applied but was not selected. What should I do?
You can check the portal for the next application round. New cycles open from time to time for fresh applicants.
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