Punjab University scholarships: the University of the Punjab, Lahore runs its own merit and need-based scholarships and also handles external programmes such as HEC, PEEF and Bait-ul-Mal. This page lists only officially confirmed details.
Quick answer (October 29, 2026): The University of the Punjab (PU) lists its scholarships department by department on pu.edu.pk (with a separate scholarships portal, scholarships.pu.edu.pk). Schemes include PU-funded Merit and Needy scholarships, disabled-student awards, PEEF, Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal, HEC need-based programmes and donor scholarships. Amounts differ by department — for example, the University College of Pharmacy lists PU Merit and Needy scholarships at Rs 12,000 per student per year.
Table of contents (8)
- Scholarships for PU Students — Verified Overview
- Punjab University Scholarships 2026 — Complete List of All Programs
- Punjab University Scholarships Eligibility 2026 — Criteria by Program
- Punjab University Scholarships 2026 Amounts — How Much Do You Get
- How to Apply for Punjab University Scholarships 2026
- FAQ — Punjab University Scholarships 2026
- Punjab University Scholarships 2026 — How to Apply & Related Resources
- Conclusion
Source: pu.edu.pk departmental scholarship tables, checked October 29, 2026. Last Updated: October 29, 2026.
Scholarships for PU Students — Verified Overview
| Scholarship | Funded by | Benefit (official) |
|---|---|---|
| PU Merit / PU Needy scholarship | University of the Punjab | Varies by department (e.g. Rs 12,000 per year at University College of Pharmacy) |
| HEC BISP Undergraduate Scholarship (former Ehsaas) | HEC / BISP | Tuition as per actual + Rs 40,000 per year; apply at ehsaas.hec.gov.pk + hard copy to the Financial Aid Office |
| HEC Need-Based Scholarship | HEC | Fees + Rs 6,000 per month |
| PEEF | Punjab Educational Endowment Fund | Through the university; 2025-26 undergraduate rules: Punjab domicile, 60%+ in Intermediate (same year), household income up to Rs 720,000/year |
| Other listed schemes | Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal, donor trusts, provincial programmes | As notified by PU |
How to apply: check your department’s scholarship notice and the PU scholarships portal after admission; HEC and PEEF calls are also announced through the university. Related: Punjab University Admission · HEC Scholarships · PEEF Scholarship
