Punjab Launches Free Higher Education Program for Workers’ Children – Full Details
The Free Higher Education Program, launched by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, is a bold and compassionate initiative that allows children of registered industrial and mine workers to pursue higher studies at COMSATS University. This initiative is not just a policy—it’s a transformational lifeline for thousands of low-income families across Punjab. With this Free Higher Education Program, the government is giving hope, dignity, and opportunity to those who need it most.
A Vision for Educational Equality
For decades, higher education has been a luxury for the working class. With rising tuition costs, many children of laborers were forced to abandon their dreams of university. CM Maryam Nawaz aims to reverse that reality with a clear vision: “No child in Punjab should be deprived of education due to financial hardship.”
By ensuring full tuition coverage, the government is actively removing systemic barriers and giving these students a real shot at academic and professional success.
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Admission in Top Universities Across Punjab
The program allows qualifying students to gain fully funded admission at COMSATS University, one of Pakistan’s most reputable institutions. Students will have the option to enroll in eight campuses across the country:
- Islamabad
- Lahore
- Abbottabad
- Wah Cantt
- Attock
- Vehari
- Sahiwal
This wide campus network ensures access for students from various regions, making quality education geographically and financially accessible.
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Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria
This initiative is specifically designed for:
- Children of registered industrial and mine workers.
- Children of workers who are deceased or disabled.
Applicants must submit documents such as:
- CNIC of the worker
- Registration certificate
- CNIC or B-form of the student
- Social Security or EOBI proof
Applications are being accepted online via the COMSATS University admission portal, making the process transparent and user-friendly.
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How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide
To apply for the Free Higher Education Program follow these steps:
- Visit the COMSATS admission portal.
- Select your preferred campus and program.
- Submit the required documents:
- CNIC of the parent (worker)
- CNIC/B-form of the student
- Registration Certificate
- Social Security Card or EOBI proof
- Review campus-wise deadline
- Submit the form before the deadline
Applicants can also consult their local labor office or visit the Punjab Workers Welfare Fund (PWWF) website for more details.
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Application Deadlines – Campus-Wise Schedule
To avoid missing out, families should take note of the campus-specific deadlines:
| Campus | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Islamabad | July 9 |
| Lahore | July 17 |
| Wah & Abbottabad | August 4 |
| Vehari & Attock | August 11 |
| Sahiwal | August 15 |
Applying early ensures smoother processing and a higher chance of acceptance.
A Lifeline for Low-Income Families
The Free Higher Education Program is not just a subsidy—it’s a promise to end generational poverty. Many families working in factories and mines have long been trapped in a cycle of economic struggle. By lifting the financial burden of university education, the government is offering not only opportunity but dignity.
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Empowering the Workforce of Tomorrow
By focusing on education, Punjab is investing in its future workforce. Graduates from COMSATS will be better equipped to contribute to the provincial and national economy, bringing innovation, leadership, and professional expertise to every sector.
A Model for Other Provinces
Free Higher Education Program by Punjab sets an example for other provinces in Pakistan. As inequality widens nationwide, programs like this promote the idea that education is a right, not a privilege. Experts and activists alike have called it a landmark move for social justice.
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Conclusion:
Through Free Higher Education Program, the Punjab state government is writing a new story of thousands of students who deserve free education. It can be described as more than access to education; it is a statement that we are sending a message out to the world that no dream is too big and no child is too poor to make it.
The program touches the spirit of human governance and plants Punjab on the road to a smarter, fairer, and more inclusive society.
