New PM Laptop Scheme for Youth: Latest Update 2024
PM Laptop Scheme 2024
After a year-long wait, the Prime Minister of Pakistan has re-launched the PM Laptop Scheme in 2024. This initiative, led by Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif, has commenced the procurement of laptops through the Higher Education Commission (HEC). The scheme faced delays due to pending approvals, but with the go-ahead now secured, HEC has begun the acquisition process, with an estimated budget of 1.5 to 2 billion rupees allocated for this project.
In this article, students nationwide can find detailed information on how to complete their registration for the laptop scheme, along with the eligibility criteria required for participation.
PM’s National Laptop Scheme – New Updates
Under the Prime Minister Laptop Scheme, the government of Pakistan will distribute laptops to students based on merit. This year, a 50% quota has been specifically allocated for female students. Additionally, special quotas have been set for both male and female students from Balochistan, and the number of laptops has been doubled compared to previous distributions.
For students who do not make it to the merit list, there is an opportunity to obtain laptops through easy installments from designated commercial banks. This provision ensures that even those who narrowly miss out can still benefit from this initiative.
For more details, visit Benazir Ehsaas Program CNIC Check by Number 2024.
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in the PM Laptop Scheme, students must meet the following criteria:
Educational Institutions:
- Must be enrolled in a public university or college.
- Students in private institutions are not eligible.
Education Level:
- Undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students are eligible.
- PhD, MA, MSc, and MPhil students can also apply.
Other Criteria:
- Students who have previously received laptops under any government scheme are not eligible.
- Foreign students, including those from Azad Jammu and Kashmir, are not eligible.
- Students who have completed their degree are not eligible.
Required documents include the Student Identity Card (CNIC) or B-Form, academic credentials, and confirmation from the educational institution.
For further information on eligibility, visit Eligibility Criteria for Ehsaas Kafalat Program 2024.
Students Ineligible for the Laptop Scheme
The following students are not eligible under the Prime Minister Laptop Scheme:
- Enrolled in private educational institutions.
- Have already received a laptop.
- Did not apply online for the laptop scheme.
- Do not have an identity card or B-Form.
- Are foreign students.
- Have completed their degree.
- Are distance education students.
- Do not have proof of academic ability.
These standards ensure that the scheme targets deserving students, providing access to technology for those who need it most.
Procedure to Complete Registration in PM Laptop Scheme
Currently, HEC has not started the registration for laptops. The registration process will begin once HEC completes the procurement of laptops. Upon the official announcement, students can register online through the HEC web portal (hec.gov.pk). There is no other method to register, so students must use this portal for their application.
For more details on the registration process, visit New Registration Code for Ineligible Persons in Ehsaas Program.
Final Words
The Prime Minister’s directive for HEC to procure laptops has brought joy to students. Following the completion of the procurement, the registration process will officially start. Students can then complete their online registration as outlined in this article. This initiative by the Government of Pakistan aims to enhance educational opportunities by providing free laptops to deserving students.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How can I check my eligibility for the PM Laptop Scheme? A: Eligibility can be checked through the HEC web portal (hec.gov.pk) once registration begins.
Q2: What documents are required for the PM Laptop Scheme registration? A: Required documents include your CNIC or B-Form, academic credentials, and confirmation from your educational institution.
Q3: Who is eligible for the PM Laptop Scheme? A: Public university or college students enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programs. PhD, MA, MSc, and MPhil students can also apply.
Q4: Can students from private institutions apply for the PM Laptop Scheme? A: No, the scheme is only for students enrolled in public institutions.
Q5: What should I do if I don’t receive a laptop through the merit list? A: Students not on the merit list can obtain laptops on easy installments from designated commercial banks.
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