💻 Chief Minister Laptop Scheme – Punjab (Updated Overview)
🎯 Objective:
CM (Chief Minister) Laptop Scheme ka maqsad talented aur eligible students ko laptops provide karna hai takay woh digital learning, freelancing, aur higher education ke tools ko behtar tareeqay se access kar saken.
🟢 Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a student of a public sector university or college in Punjab.
- Enrolled in:
- BS (4-year programs)
- Masters/MPhil/MS/PhD
- Technical colleges (some cases)
- Minimum CGPA or Marks:
- Usually 70%+ marks in annual system or 2.5+ CGPA in semester system.
- Domicile of Punjab province is often required.
📋 Key Features:
- Free branded laptops (Dell, HP, Lenovo etc.)
- Pre-installed licensed software
- Some batches include internet dongles or tablets
- Distributed under merit criteria only
🧾 Required Documents (for application/verification):
- CNIC or B-Form
- Student ID or university registration number
- Recent photograph
- Educational transcripts
- Domicile (if required)
🌐 How to Apply (When Active):
- Visit official portal: http://youth.punjab.gov.pk (check if active)
- Register with your academic details
- Track merit list and verification status
📌 Important Note (2025):
Currently, no new batch has been officially launched by Punjab Government under CM Laptop Scheme in 2025 (till May). But there are high chances of re-launch under education reforms. Keep checking official government youth portals or follow news from HEC and Punjab Higher Education.
