The Ehsaas Scholarship Program is a significant initiative launched for undergraduate students in 2024. This program, developed by Prime Minister Imran Khan in collaboration with the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC), aims to support financially disadvantaged students from marginalized communities in Pakistan.
Benefits of the Program
Financial Assistance: The program offers financial aid of Rs. 50,000 to eligible students, helping to cover various educational expenses, including tuition fees and books.
Educational Access: Approximately 200,000 students will have the opportunity to access higher education, with 50,000 scholarships awarded to undergraduates.
Improved Quality of Life:
By enabling education, the program aims to uplift the quality of life for individuals and contribute to the country’s development.
Eligibility Criteria
Financial Need: Applicants must come from families with an income of less than Rs. 45,000 per month.
Academic Merit: Admission to an undergraduate program in a public sector university is required.Exclusions: Students already receiving other scholarships or enrolled in high-fee degree programs (e.g., master’s or private institutions) are not eligible.
Registration Process
Online Application: Visit the official HEC website.Account Creation:Sign up by providing your first and last name, Pakistani nationality, CNIC number, phone number, email address, and password.Confirm your password and complete the sign-up process.n: Use your CNIC and password to log in and fill out the application form.
Conclusion
The scholarship program is open to students from all provinces of Pakistan, including Punjab, KP, Balochistan, Sindh, and Kashmir. It specifically targets students from underprivileged backgrounds to help them achieve higher education and contribute to national prosperity. Women working in government agencies are also eligible for 50% of the scholarship.For more details and assistance:HEC Helpline: Contact HEC’s helpline.Website and Email.