The Government of Punjab has taken a significant step towards promoting education and digital literacy by launching the Chief Minister’s Laptop Program 2024–25.
Under this groundbreaking initiative, 110,000 laptops will be distributed to talented students across the province. This bold move underscores Punjab’s commitment to empowering the youth with the necessary tools to excel in the digital age.
Eligibility Criteria for Chief Minister’s Laptop Program 2024–25
The initiative specifically targets students enrolled in public sector universities, colleges, and medical institutions within Punjab.
- Students must be currently enrolled in a public sector educational institution.
- Applicants must have an excellent academic record as per the institution’s merit list.
- Biometric verification is mandatory through NADRA’s e-Sahulat Centers.
By focusing on merit and transparency, the Punjab government aims to provide laptops to the most dedicated and hardworking students. A crucial condition for receiving the laptops is biometric verification at designated NADRA e-Sahulat Centers.
- NADRA officers will conduct thumb impression verification at the designated institutions.
- The verification services commenced on April 24, 2025.
First Phase Laptop Distribution Ceremony
In the first phase of the program, approximately 7,000 students from selected universities and colleges will receive their laptops. A special distribution ceremony has been scheduled for April 30, 2025, where deserving students will be honored for their achievements.
The event will not only mark the beginning of a large-scale distribution but also serve as a motivation for others to strive for academic excellence.
The Higher Education Department (HED) of Punjab plays a central role in the successful implementation of this program.
- Partnered with NADRA to provide professional biometric verification services.
- Issued detailed directives to educational institutions for smooth coordination.
- Ensured that institutions submit verified student lists to avoid discrepancies.
- Managed financial reimbursements for NADRA after the successful completion of the verification process.
Through strategic planning and cooperation, the HED aims to deliver laptops swiftly and efficiently to all deserving students.
- Biometric Verification Start Date: April 24, 2025
- Laptop Distribution Ceremony (Phase One): April 30, 2025
- Verification Completion Deadline: Specific deadlines as per individual institutions’ announcements
- Digital empowerment of the youth.
How Students Can Ensure They Receive Their Laptops
To successfully receive a laptop under the Chief Minister’s Laptop Program 2024–25, students must:
- Ensure enrollment in a public sector university, college, or medical institution.
- Maintain an outstanding academic record.
- Complete biometric verification at the designated NADRA center.
- Follow institution-specific guidelines for the verification process.
- Attend the distribution ceremony if invited.
