Hello friends! Today I am going to tell you about the Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship 2026. This is a very big scholarship program from the government of Pakistan for poor students who want to study in university but they dont have money. It is also called Benazir Undergraduate Scholarship now in some places, but its the same thing. The Higher Education Commission (HEC) looks after this program. It helps students from low income families to complete their 4 or 5 year undergraduate degrees without worrying about fees.
In Pakistan, many bright students cant go to university because their family income is low. Thats why the government started this Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship in 2019. It is the biggest scholarship in Pakistan for undergraduate students. They plan to give more than 200,000 scholarships in few years. 50% of these scholarships are for girls, and 2% for disabled students. This is good because it helps everyone, specially girls and people with disability.
As of December 2025, the portal for Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 is not open yet. HEC has not announced the exact date when applications will start. Usually, they open the applications in the end of the year or start of new session. Some times it opens in September or October. You should check the official website ehsaas.hec.gov.pk every week for new updates. When it opens, you can apply online there.
What is Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship?
The Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship is a need based scholarship. It means they give it to students who are good in studies but their family cant afford university fees. It covers 100% tuition fee of the university for the whole degree. Plus, they give a monthly stipend for living expenses like books, travel, food etc. The stipend is around Rs. 40,000 per year or something like that, paid in installments.
This scholarship is for 4-year or 5-year bachelor programs in public sector universities that are recognized by HEC. It includes all fields like engineering, medicine, arts, science, business, agriculture and many more. The program is available in all provinces of Pakistan, including AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan.
Why this scholarship is important? Because in Pakistan, only few children from poor families go to university. Like, only 0.4% from the poorest families get higher education. This is much less than the average. With this scholarship, government wants to make education equal for everyone. It helps to reduce poverty because educated people get better jobs.
Eligibility Criteria for Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship 2026
To apply for this scholarship, you must meet some rules. Here is the list of eligibility:
- You must have admission in a public sector university that is recognized by HEC. Only morning regular programs, not evening or self finance.
- You must get admission on merit, not on quota or self finance basis.
- Your family income should be low, usually less than Rs. 45,000 or 60,000 per month from all sources. They check this carefully.
- You should be newly admitted in first year or first semester of undergraduate program.
- Age limit is same as your university’s rule for admission in bachelor program.
- You are not getting any other scholarship or grant from government or anywhere else.
- Only for full time regular students, not distance learning or affiliated colleges in some cases.
- Not for 2-year programs like associate degree or old BA/BSc style.
- Not for Master or PhD level.
- 50% seats for female students, so girls have good chance.
- 2% for students with disability.
If you dont meet these, your application will be rejected. So check carefully before applying.
How to Apply Online for Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship 2026
When the portal opens, the process is simple. Follow these steps:
- Go to the official website: https://ehsaas.hec.gov.pk
- If you are new, register yourself with your email and CNIC.
- Login and fill the online application form. Put all your personal details, family income, university admission info etc.
- Upload the required documents. I will tell about documents below.
- Submit the form online.
- After online submit, some universities ask to submit hard copy with attested documents to their financial aid office.
- Wait for scrutiny. University committee will check your application and may call for interview or home visit to verify income.
- If selected, you will get award letter and scholarship will start.
Dont wait for last date. Apply as soon as portal opens because many students apply and it can be slow.
Required Documents for Application
You need these documents to upload or submit:
- CNIC or B-Form of student
- CNIC of father or guardian
- Income proof like salary slip or income certificate from union council
- Fee slips or admission letter from university
- House rent agreement if you live in rented house
- Electricity bill or other utility bills
- Medical bills if any family member is sick
- Photos of house from inside and outside (sometimes)
- Matric and Inter marks sheets
- Disability certificate if applying under that quota
All documents should be clear and attested if needed.
Benefits of Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship
This scholarship gives many benefits:
1. Full tuition fee paid directly to university for all years of degree.
2. Monthly or yearly stipend for living costs.
3. No need to pay back, its not a loan.
4. Helps you focus on studies without job pressure.
5. Good for CV when you apply for jobs later.
6. Special help for girls and disabled students.
Many students have completed their degrees because of this scholarship. It changes lives!
List of Eligible Universities
The scholarship is available in more than 135 public universities in Pakistan. Some famous ones are:
– University of Punjab, Lahore
– Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad
– NED University, Karachi
– COMSATS University
– NUST (but check if public part)
– All provincial universities like Sindh University, Balochistan University etc.
Full list is on HEC website. Only public sector, not private universities.
How Scholarship is Awarded
After you apply, university has a committee called Institutional Scholarship Award Committee. They check all applications. They look at your need (income) and merit (marks). They may interview you or visit your home to see if you really need it. Then they make merit list and send to HEC. HEC approves and money starts coming.
You have to maintain good marks to continue scholarship every year. If you fail or low CGPA, it can stop.
Tips to Get Selected in Ehsaas Scholarship
Here some tips from my side:
- Apply early when portal opens.
- Fill form correctly, no mistakes.
- Provide true income details, dont hide anything.
- Get good marks in previous exams.
- If girl or disabled, mention it.
- Contact your university financial aid office for help.
- Check email and portal regularly for updates.
Many students get it every year, so you also have chance if you are eligible.
Latest Updates for 2026
As of now in December 2025, the application portal is closed. HEC will announce soon for 2026 batch. Last years, sometimes deadline was December or January. Keep checking official site. Dont believe fake websites or agents who ask money for application. Its totally free.
Government has given billions of rupees for this program, so it will continue in 2026 also.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When will Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 applications start?
Not announced yet. Probably in late 2025 or early 2026. Check ehsaas.hec.gov.pk
2. Is it for private universities?
No, only public sector HEC recognized universities.
3. Can I apply if I am in second year?
Usually for new admissions, but some phases allow existing students. Check current rules.
4. What is the stipend amount?
It varies, but around Rs. 40,000 per year plus full fee.
5. Do I need to return the money?
No, its scholarship, not loan.
6. Can boys apply?
Yes, but 50% reserved for girls.
7. If I get another scholarship, can I apply?
No, you cant get two.
8. How to check application status?
Login to the portal or ask university.
9. Is there age limit?
Same as university admission age.
10. What if my application is rejected?
You can apply next year if eligible, or check reason and fix it.
This scholarship is a great chance for poor students to study in university. If you are eligible, dont miss it when it opens. Education is very important for good future. Work hard and apply properly. Good luck!
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