🎓 How to Apply for KP Government Scholarships (Merit & Minority) – Pakistan Guide 2026

📅 Last Updated: January 2026
(Rules, deadlines, and scholarship quotas may change each year. Always confirm from the official KP Higher Education Department or your college/university scholarship office.)

KP Government Scholarships help students from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Merged Tribal Districts (Ex-FATA) continue education through merit-based and minority/underprivileged financial support. This guide explains how to apply step-by-step, documents required, province-specific realities, real problems students face, and how to fix them.

📌 1️⃣ What Is KP Government Scholarship?

KP Government Scholarships are financial support programs funded by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government for:

✔ High-achieving students (Merit)
✔ Minority students
✔ Low-income families
✔ Students from merged districts
✔ Special categories (disabled, orphan, transgender where applicable)

🎯 Support usually includes:

• Tuition fee payment

• Monthly stipend (in many cases)

• Continuation support if performance remains good

💬 Simple Urdu/Roman Urdu:
👉 “Yeh scholarship KP students ko fees aur kabhi kabhi monthly paisay deti hai taake woh apni parhai continue kar saken.”

👤 2️⃣ Who Can Apply?

✔ KP domicile holder
✔ Pakistani citizen
✔ Studying in recognized college/university
✔ Good academic performance
✔ Low income (for need/minority categories)

❌ Not Eligible:

• Students without KP domicile

• Students already fully funded by another government scholarship

• Fake documents applicants (permanent ban risk)

📄 3️⃣ Documents Required

Prepare these before applying:

✔ Student CNIC / Form-B
✔ Father/Mother CNIC
✔ KP Domicile certificate
✔ Latest academic result/transcripts
✔ Admission letter / fee slip
✔ Income certificate or salary slip
✔ Utility bill copy
✔ Passport size photos
✔ Bank account (IBAN)

Special Categories:

✔ Minority certificate
✔ Disability certificate
✔ Orphan certificate (if applicable)

🪜 4️⃣ HOW TO APPLY – Step-by-Step Process (Main Method)

🟢 Step 1 – Check Official Scholarship Announcement

Check:

• KP Higher Education Department website

• College/university notice board

• Scholarship office

📌 Applications usually open once per academic year.

🟢 Step 2 – Confirm Eligibility

Check:

✔ Minimum percentage required
✔ Income limits
✔ District eligibility
✔ Minority quota rules

🟢 Step 3 – Prepare Documents

Scan documents clearly.

💬 Tip:
“Mobile se photo lene ke bajaye scan app use karo (CamScanner/Adobe Scan).”

🟢 Step 4 – Create Online Account

Go to official KP scholarship portal.

Enter:

• Personal info

• Academic details

• Domicile info

🟢 Step 5 – Upload Documents

Upload:

• CNIC

• Domicile

• Transcripts

• Fee slip

• Income proof

⚠️ Most students fail here due to unclear documents.

🟢 Step 6 – Submit Application

Before submitting:

✔ Double-check spelling
✔ Check IBAN number
✔ Verify marks entered correctly

Save:

• Application number

• Confirmation SMS screenshot

🟢 Step 7 – Verification Stage

You may need to visit:

• College scholarship office

• District education office

• KP Higher Education Department

Bring original documents.

🟢 Step 8 – Merit List & Selection

Selection based on:

• Academic merit

• Income level

• District quotas

• Minority quota

Results posted online or on notice boards.

🟢 Step 9 – Scholarship Payment

If approved:

✔ Fees paid to institution
✔ Stipend sent to bank account

Timeline:
⏱ 2–5 months after selection.

🌍 5️⃣ Province & District Realities (KP Specific)

📍 Peshawar / Mardan / Abbottabad

✔ Fast processing
✔ Easy internet access
✔ Online application common

📍 Swat / Dir / Malakand

✔ Verification may take longer
✔ Local revenue office involvement

📍 Merged Districts (Bajaur, Khyber, Waziristan)

✔ Extra documentation checks
✔ Income proof very important
✔ Special quota advantage

❌ 6️⃣ What If Application Fails? (Common Mistakes & Fixes)

❌ Application rejected

👉 Reason: Wrong domicile or incomplete data
✅ Fix: Correct documents and apply next cycle.

❌ Status stuck on “Under Review”

👉 Normal processing delay
✅ Wait 4–8 weeks.

❌ IBAN rejected

👉 Name mismatch
✅ Open bank account with same CNIC.

❌ Documents rejected

👉 Blurry photos
✅ Upload scanned PDF.

❌ Not in Merit List

👉 Low marks or incomplete profile
✅ Improve grades & reapply.

💸 7️⃣ Fees, Timeline & Offices Involved

💰 Application Fee:
👉 Usually Free

⏱ Processing Time:
👉 2–5 months

🏢 Offices Involved:

• KP Higher Education Department

• College Scholarship Office

• District Education Office

• Revenue/Domicile Office

📚 8️⃣ FAQs (Real Student Questions)

Q1: Can intermediate students apply?
👉 Yes, if scholarship includes college level.

Q2: Are private university students eligible?
👉 Only if university is recognized and listed.

Q3: Is minority quota separate?
👉 Yes — reserved seats available.

Q4: Do I need to reapply every year?
👉 Usually yes for renewal.

Q5: Can girls apply?
👉 Yes — female students strongly encouraged.

Q6: What happens if I fail exams later?
👉 Scholarship may be cancelled.

🏁 9️⃣ Conclusion

KP Government Scholarships are one of the best financial support options for students in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and merged districts. By preparing correct documents, applying early, and following official procedures, students can receive tuition support and monthly stipends to continue their education without financial stress.

✔ Check announcements regularly
✔ Prepare domicile & income proof early
✔ Submit correct IBAN & academic details
✔ Apply before deadline
✔ Follow verification instructions carefully

💬 Final Advice:
“Last date ka wait mat karo — early apply karo taake rejection ya portal issue ka time mil jaye.”