Timeline
Four dates that shape your year
Applications open
Jul 1, 2026
Applications close
Sep 15, 2026
Results announced
Nov 1, 2026
Period begins
Jan 1, 2027
* For Punjab domicile students. Multiple sub-programs available.
02 — Eligibility
Who can apply
Ensure you qualify on core disciplines, citizenship status, and credential requirements.
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Domicile of Punjab province
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Family income below specified threshold
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Minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA
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Enrolled at an HEC-recognized institution
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Not holding another government scholarship
Who this is NOT for
- Short-term residency seekers: Candidates looking for conference or travel support rather than active degree enrollment.
- Remote learners: Students planning to attend online degree modules from Pakistan.
- U.S. Dual Citizens: Dual nationals holding U.S. citizenship (for U.S. study grants).
- Late planners: Those unable to commit 9–12 months of early preparation for visa and document assembly.
03 — Documents
Required credentials
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PEEF online application
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Domicile certificate (Punjab)
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Income certificate
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Academic transcripts
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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CNIC/B-Form
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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University enrollment proof
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Father/guardian CNIC
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
04 — The pipeline
Narrative steps, four acts
Most candidates underestimate how much prep work is done before the online form opens. Follow this structured chronological timeline to plan deliberately.
Visit www.peef.org.pk and check...
Visit www.peef.org.pk and check current open programmes
Register and complete the...
Register and complete the online application
Upload domicile, income, and...
Upload domicile, income, and academic documents
Submit to university for verification
Follow the official playbook instructions to complete this step.
PEEF reviews and announces results
Follow the official playbook instructions to complete this step.
Get the free application checklist (PDF)
A comprehensive, printable spreadsheet checklist mapping milestones, required essays, references, and deadline checks.
05 — Answered
Frequently asked questions
Can students from other provinces apply?
No, Punjab domicile is mandatory for all PEEF programmes.
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