The Ehsaas Scholarship 2027 – now officially the Benazir Undergraduate Scholarship – is HEC’s biggest need-and-merit-based scholarship for undergraduate students from low-income families. It pays the full tuition fee and gives a monthly stipend of Rs. 4,000 to students of public-sector universities across Pakistan, AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan.
Ehsaas (Benazir) Undergraduate Scholarship Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Current name | Benazir Undergraduate Scholarship (formerly Ehsaas) |
| Implemented by | Higher Education Commission (HEC) |
| Level | 4–5 year undergraduate programs |
| Universities | Public-sector universities in all provinces, ICT, AJK & GB |
| Coverage | Full tuition + Rs. 4,000 monthly stipend |
| Income limit | Up to Rs. 45,000 per month |
| Quota | 50% for girls, 2% for students with disabilities |
| Awarded so far | 100,000+ students in three batches |
Benefits
- 100% tuition fee plus registration, exam and library charges, paid directly to the university
- Rs. 4,000 monthly stipend for living expenses
- Support for the full duration of the degree, subject to good academic performance
Eligibility Criteria
- Pakistani / AJK / GB citizen
- Enrolled in a 4 or 5-year undergraduate program at a public-sector university
- Admission on open merit (self-finance or management quota seats are usually not eligible)
- Family income up to Rs. 45,000 per month
- Not receiving another full scholarship
- Continuing students must maintain the required CGPA
Documents Required
- Student’s CNIC or B-Form
- Parents’/guardian’s CNIC (death certificate if applicable)
- Income proof – salary slip, pension slip or income affidavit
- Utility bills (electricity, gas) of recent months
- Admission letter / enrollment proof and fee challan
- Latest result card / transcript
- Recent photograph
How to Apply for Ehsaas Scholarship Online
- Watch for the call announcement from your university’s financial aid office or the HEC website.
- Visit the official HEC Ehsaas/Benazir scholarship portal and create an account.
- Fill the online form with personal, family, income and academic information.
- Upload required documents.
- Submit and print your application form.
- Submit hard copies to your university’s financial aid office if asked, and appear for the interview/verification.
Selection Process
- Online application screening
- Income verification (including NADRA data and utility bills)
- Interview by the university scholarship committee
- Final merit list and award
Ehsaas vs Honhaar vs HEC Need-Based
| Scholarship | Province | Income limit | Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benazir (Ehsaas) | All Pakistan (public universities) | Rs. 45,000/month | Rs. 4,000/month |
| Honhaar | Punjab domicile only | Rs. 350,000–500,000/month | No stipend (tuition only) |
| HEC Need-Based | All Pakistan (participating universities) | Need assessment | As per policy |
You usually cannot hold two full scholarships at the same time.
Tips
- Apply as soon as the call is open – seats are limited.
- Keep income documents and utility bills ready.
- Give correct information; wrong income data leads to cancellation.
- Prepare for the interview by explaining your family situation clearly.
FAQs
Is the Ehsaas scholarship still available?
Yes. It continues as the Benazir Undergraduate Scholarship under HEC.
How much is the Ehsaas scholarship stipend?
Rs. 4,000 per month, plus full tuition fee.
What is the income limit?
Family income must be up to Rs. 45,000 per month.
Can private university students apply?
No. The scholarship is for public-sector universities.
What is the Ehsaas scholarship last date 2027?
Each university announces its own call and deadline. Check your university’s notice board and the HEC website.
Related guides: HEC Scholarships 2027, Honhaar Scholarship 2027, Application for Scholarship (Samples) and PWWF Scholarship.
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