Last Updated: November 29, 2025 – Phase III Deadline Dec 31 Confirmed | Batch 4 Applications Open

Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship 2025-26: 200,000 Full Tuition + Rs. 4,000/Month Awards – Phase III Open!

The Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship Phase III (2025-26), managed by HEC under Ehsaas Program, provides need-based financial aid to 200,000 low-income students in public universities. Covers 100% tuition + Rs. 4,000 monthly stipend for BS programs. Eligibility: Family income ≤ Rs. 45,000/month, CGPA ≥3.0. Apply online by Dec 31, 2025.

Official HEC Ehsaas Program | 200K Awards | 135 Public Universities

Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship 2025-26 HEC Pakistan

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 OpensNov 1, 2025Open
Phase III DeadlineDec 31, 2025Apply Now
Provisional Merit ListJan 15, 2026Upcoming
ObjectionsJan 20–25, 2026Upcoming
Final List & AwardsFeb 1, 2026Upcoming
Stipend StartMar 2026Scheduled
Urgent: High volume expected – apply early. Portal: ehsaas.hec.gov.pk.

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 min

Go to ehsaas.hec.gov.pk; click "Apply Now".

Step 2: Login with CNIC
1 min

Enter CNIC (no password); OTP verification via mobile.

Step 3: Fill Application
3 min

Enter university, program (BS), semester, family income, CGPA/marks.

Step 4: Upload Documents
2 min

Required: CNIC, income affidavit (notarized), transcripts, admission letter. PDFs max 5MB.

Step 5: Submit & Confirm
1 min

Review, submit; get application ID via SMS/email.

Step 6: Track Status
Ongoing

Login anytime; university verifies enrollment.

Pro Tips: Use attested docs; apply early (portal slows). No self-finance/evening students.

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

FAQs: Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship 2025-26

≤ Rs. 45,000/month household income.

No – only HEC public universities.

Rs. 4,000/month + full tuition.

Dec 31, 2025.

≥3.0 (semester) or 70% marks.
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