The Prime Minister Laptop Scheme 2025 has been one of the most talked-about initiatives under the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP). Designed to empower students through digital access, this year’s phase of the scheme attracted thousands of applications from across Pakistan. Although the registration window is now officially closed, students are still eager to know about the process, eligibility, and what to expect next.
What is New in PM Laptop Scheme 2025?
The Phase IV (2024–25) of the scheme was launched in collaboration with the Higher Education Commission (HEC). This phase stood out for its focus on transparency and merit-based selection.
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100,000 laptops were allocated for distribution across Pakistan.
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Only students enrolled in HEC-recognized public universities were eligible.
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Applications were processed through the PMYP Digital Youth Hub Portal.
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Merit lists were prepared based strictly on academic performance.
Registration Timeline – Now Closed
The registration process began in May 2025 and was extended several times to give students more opportunities to apply. The final deadline was 1 August 2025. As of mid-August, the portal is officially closed for new applications.
Students who applied before the deadline can still log in to check their application status, which goes through stages such as Applied → Verified → Selected/Not Selected.
Eligibility Criteria (August 2025)
The eligibility rules were designed to ensure laptops reached deserving students:
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Must be a Pakistani citizen enrolled in a public sector university.
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Minimum CGPA of 2.80 (semester system) or 60% marks (annual system).
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Students already awarded a laptop under any PM or CM scheme were not eligible.
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Applicants had to be actively enrolled at the time of verification.
How the Registration Process Worked
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Students created or updated their profiles on the PMYP Laptop Portal.
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Personal, academic, and enrollment details were entered.
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Universities verified all information including CNIC, transcripts, and enrollment numbers.
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Verified applications were forwarded to HEC for merit list preparation.
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Final merit lists determined who received laptops.
Universities also coordinated the distribution schedules after the merit lists were finalized.
What to Do If You Applied
If you successfully applied before the deadline:
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Regularly log in to the portal to track your application status.
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Ensure your CNIC and enrollment records match your university database.
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Contact your university focal person if your application shows Not Verified.
Missed the Deadline? Here’s What Next
If you missed the August 2025 registration, don’t worry. There are still opportunities to apply for upcoming phases. Provinces like Punjab also run their own CM Laptop Schemes, which operate independently of the PM program.
In the meantime, students should:
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Keep their academic records strong.
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Stay updated with HEC and PMYP announcements.
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Avoid fake or duplicate portals that claim to reopen registration.
Also Read: PM Laptop Loan Scheme 2025 – Easy Installments for Youth, Eligibility, and Registration
Final Thoughts
The PM Laptop Scheme 2025 is more than just a laptop distribution program—it is an investment in the future of Pakistan’s youth. With merit-based selection, digital access, and government support, it aims to bridge the digital divide and help students compete in the modern world.
If you applied on time, keep monitoring your status and stay connected with your university. If you missed this phase, prepare for the next cycle or provincial laptop schemes that may open soon.
FAQs – PM Laptop Scheme 2025
Q1. Can I still apply for the PM Laptop Scheme 2025?
No, the registration closed on 1 August 2025.
Q2. How do I check my status?
Log in to the PMYP Laptop Portal and track updates.
Q3. What was the eligibility criteria?
Students needed a 2.80 CGPA or 60% marks in annual exams.
Q4. Are private university students eligible?
No, only HEC-recognized public universities were included.
Q5. Will there be another phase?
Yes, future phases are expected. Stay tuned to HEC and PMYP updates.