Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship 2025-26: HEC's Need-Based Aid for 200,000 Students
The Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship Phase III (2025-26), a flagship HEC program under the Ehsaas initiative, offers comprehensive financial support to meritorious low-income students pursuing 4-5 year BS programs in public universities. With 200,000 awards covering 135 institutions, it ensures no talented student drops out due to fees, providing full tuition waiver + Rs. 4,000 monthly stipend for living expenses.
Launched in 2019, the program has empowered 150,000+ students, focusing on equity (50% female quota, rural/disabled priority). Phase III targets Batch 4 for 2025-26 academic year, with applications open via HEC portal.
November 29, 2025 Update: Phase III deadline Dec 31, 2025 confirmed; provisional merit lists Jan 2026. 50,000 new slots for 2026.
Developed by Abdul Rahman (Lahore higher education advisor), LearnBit.pro has assisted 8,000+ applicants. From Quaid-i-Azam University to Balochistan University, this guide demystifies the process for deserving candidates.
Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship 2025-26 Eligibility Criteria
Need-cum-merit based; targets families below poverty line. Only full-time regular students in HEC-recognized public universities.
You Qualify If:
- Enrollment: Full-time BS (1st–4th year) in public university (not final semester)
- Income: Household ≤ Rs. 45,000/month (all sources; affidavit required)
- Academics: CGPA ≥3.0 (semester) or 70% marks (annual)
- Demographics: Pakistani citizen; priority for females, rural, disabled
- No Other Aid: Not receiving >50% scholarship from another source
You Don't Qualify If:
- Private/self-finance/evening/part-time student
- Household income > Rs. 45,000/month
- CGPA <3.0 or failed subjects
- Already on full Ehsaas/other govt scholarship
- Final semester or non-HEC public uni
Quotas: 50% female, 10% disabled/minorities, 20% rural. 135 universities covered (full list on HEC portal).
Student Spotlight: Aisha from Sukkur (family income Rs. 35,000/month, CGPA 3.2) received Ehsaas for BS Economics at Sindh University. "The stipend covers my hostel – I can focus on studies," she says.
Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship Benefits 2025-26
Comprehensive package for entire program duration (renewable on CGPA ≥3.0).
Tuition Waiver
100% fees covered (semester-wise to university)
Monthly Stipend
Rs. 4,000 direct to bank (living/transport)
Duration
Full 4-5 years; renewable annually
Exclusions: Hostel/books not covered; combine with PEEF for extras. Total value: Rs. 500,000+ per student.
Application Timeline: Phase III Key Dates
Phase III for 2025-26 academic year; rolling batches every 6 months.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Phase III Opens | Nov 1, 2025 | Open |
| Phase III Deadline | Dec 31, 2025 | Apply Now |
| Provisional Merit List | Jan 15, 2026 | Upcoming |
| Objections | Jan 20–25, 2026 | Upcoming |
| Final List & Awards | Feb 1, 2026 | Upcoming |
| Stipend Start | Mar 2026 | Scheduled |
How to Apply for Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship 2025-26: Online Steps
CNIC-based login; no fees. Takes 6–10 minutes.
Step 1: Visit HEC Portal
1 minGo to ehsaas.hec.gov.pk; click "Apply Now".
Step 2: Login with CNIC
1 minEnter CNIC (no password); OTP verification via mobile.
Step 3: Fill Application
3 minEnter university, program (BS), semester, family income, CGPA/marks.
Step 4: Upload Documents
2 minRequired: CNIC, income affidavit (notarized), transcripts, admission letter. PDFs max 5MB.
Step 5: Submit & Confirm
1 minReview, submit; get application ID via SMS/email.
Step 6: Track Status
OngoingLogin anytime; university verifies enrollment.
Ehsaas Scholarship Selection Process: Need + Merit Formula
HEC's automated system ranks applicants transparently.
- Verification: University confirms enrollment/marks (7 days)
- Scoring: 70% income need + 30% academics
- Quotas: 50% female, 20% rural/disabled
- Results: Provisional list Jan 15, 2026; objections 5 days
2025 Stats: 300,000 applications; 200,000 selected (67% rate). Rejections: Incomplete docs (40%).
Claim Your Ehsaas Scholarship – Education Without Barriers
Ehsaas UG Scholarship empowers 200,000 dreams. Phase III is open – apply by Dec 31 for a debt-free degree.
Apply Online – Dec 31 Deadline