For the next generation, the Laptop Scheme provides laptops to students, helping them control education challenges and qualify for success.

Importance of laptops for students in Higher Education:

A laptop in the hands of students is like a weapon. A college or university-level student cannot think of achieving a degree without a laptop. With the help of this technology, he or she will be able to record his or her class lecture and comfortably prepare notes and presentations. This smart technology helps students to reach the treasure of knowledge related to their study program(the subject in which they seek a degree program). 

The discoveries and innovations related to a particular field enable students to compete with the rest of the world. Our students would not be able to stand against international standards, both as an educational degree or work experience, if they do not have easy access to new research and development in various fields through modern information systems. The laptop is a viable and reliable solution that can take the students to the top.

Laptop Distribution:

The Laptop Prize Distribution Scheme started in 2011. The laptops are distributed among the students who have scored 60% marks in the annual examination system or 70% in the semester system.

Every year, laptops are provided to 100,000 brilliant students in public sector colleges and universities across Punjab or high achievers of the Boards of Punjab in Matriculation Examinations. The main objective of this scheme is to help students rise above the problems and hurdles they face in their endeavors to acquire education, knowledge, and professional excellence.

Prime Minister Laptop Scheme:

The Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, started the Laptop Scheme. The Scheme focuses on providing laptops to worthy students studying in Public and semi-public universities throughout Pakistan. The goal is to close the gap between people with an approach to technology and those without.

Government’s Vision:

• We are improving the quality of science and technology education, including ICT.
• Developing partnerships between industries and their education and training providers.
• Enabling smart campuses to facilitate instant networking and an improved learning environment.
• Boost productivity and value addition in the manufacturing sector.
• To ensure the potential of IT is fully used to benefit the education sector.
• Increase productivity and efficiency by providing advanced IT technologies.

How to Apply:

Students are to apply online by registering or updating their profile using the following link of the Students Service Portal. (Students can apply through the web portal or Mobile App).

Website URL: https://pmyp.gov.pk/

Eligible Students:

Students studying at any public sector university or HEC-recognized institution(except distance education) are eligible for this scheme. Students enrolled in a four-year bachelor’s degree program are also eligible for this scheme.

Ineligible Students:

The following male and female students will not be eligible to get a laptop for this scheme:

• Such students do not have complete details of their educational qualifications.
• Students who are not permanent residents of Pakistan.
• Students who have been convicted of any type of crime.
• Students who have received a laptop from the phase of the laptop scheme started earlier.
• Students who have not submitted an online application to get a laptop.
• Students who are studying in any private-sector higher education institution.

Conclusion:

The Prime Minister’s Laptop Scheme controls the next generation by providing students with the necessary technology to overcome educational challenges. Offering laptops to deserving students helps them compete nationally and internationally. This scheme provides learning experiences and students with the tools they need to succeed in their academic and professional journey, ultimately contributing to the nation’s progress.

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