BISP Undergraduate Scholarship Program – 50,000 Scholarships – Check Full Details
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Undergraduate Scholarship, formerly known as the Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship, is a key educational initiative by the Government of Pakistan. It is designed to help students from low-income families continue their higher education. The program is managed by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) in partnership with BISP, with the aim of removing financial hurdles and promoting equal access to education.
Overview of the Program
- Total Scholarships: 200,000 to be awarded over four years (from 2019 to 2025)
- Annual Scholarships: 50,000 each year
- Total Budget: Rs. 24 billion
- Female Participation: 50% of scholarships are reserved for girls
- Universities Covered: 135+ public universities from all regions – Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir
Main Goals of the Program
- Increase Access to Education: Help deserving students from poor backgrounds enter universities.
- Ensure Fair Opportunities: Reduce the gap in education access for underprivileged and remote communities.
- Promote Talent: Support capable students so they can complete their studies without worrying about finances.
Key Features & Financial Support
- Scholarships Each Year: Around 50,000
- What’s Covered:
- Tuition Fees: Full payment of semester fees as charged by the university
- Living Allowance: Yearly stipend of PKR 40,000 to help cover living costs
- Funds Disbursed (2021-22): Over PKR 7.3 billion given to students
- Total Released So Far: About PKR 8.6 billion
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be newly admitted in a 4 or 5-year undergraduate program at a public university
- Have secured admission on open merit
- Belong to a family earning less than Rs. 55,000 per month
- Not be receiving any other scholarship or financial aid
- Not be enrolled in:
- Self-finance or evening programs (with high fees)
- Distance learning programs
- Two-year degrees, associate degrees, or master’s programs
How to Apply?
- Online Application: Fill the form on the HEC portal: ehsaas.hec.gov.pk
- Document Submission: Submit a printed copy of the application along with required documents to your university’s Financial Aid Office (FAO)
- Verification: Universities review the applications and forward the eligible ones to HEC for approval
Required Documents
- CNIC or B-Form of the applicant
- CNICs of parents/guardians
- Family income certificate or salary slips
- Utility bills (electricity, gas, water, phone)
- Rent agreement (if applicable)
- Educational certificates and transcripts
- Any additional documents requested by the FAO
Important Information
- Not Transferable: Scholarships cannot be shifted to another university or program
- Academic Performance: Students must maintain satisfactory results to continue receiving support
- How Funds Are Given: Money is sent to the universities, which then pay fees and distribute stipends to students
Key Dates to Remember
- Application Deadline: December 31, 2025
- Application Start: Usually opens in September each year
Selection Process
- Assessment Criteria:
- 70% weight to financial need
- 30% weight to academic performance
- Shortlisting: Universities screen and shortlist applicants
- Interviews: Conducted by the Institutional Scholarship Award Committee (ISAC)
- Final Approval: Selected students are informed and asked to sign a Deed of Agreement
- Fund Release: Scholarships are paid through the respective university’s Financial Aid Office
Contact Details
For help or more information:
- HEC Helpline: 051-111-119-432 or 0334-111-9432
- Support Portal: onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk
- Email: [email protected]
Final Note
The BISP Undergraduate Scholarship Program is a major step toward making higher education accessible for all. By helping bright students from poor families, the program is building a better, more educated future for Pakistan.
