Prime Minister’s Youth Chromebook Scheme 2026: Eligibility Criteria

The Prime Minister’s Youth Chromebook Scheme 2026 aims to support top-performing students studying in Government and Public Schools across Pakistan. Under the announced eligibility criteria, Grade 9 students from Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan will be considered, while Grade 9 and Grade 10 students from AJK, Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) will be considered, based on their Annual Examinations 2026 performance.

Only students enrolled in Government or Public Schools are eligible for consideration. Students and parents should check the criteria for their respective educational boards before relying on any announcement about selection, registration, or Chromebook distribution.

Prime Minister’s Youth Chromebook Scheme 2026: Key Details

DetailInformation
Scheme namePrime Minister’s Youth Chromebook Scheme
Academic year2026
Eligible institutionsGovernment/Public Schools only
Punjab, Sindh, KP and BalochistanTop-performing Grade 9 students
AJK, ICT and Gilgit-BaltistanTop-performing Grade 9 and Grade 10 students
Academic performanceAnnual Examinations 2026
Selection basisTop-performing students, according to the applicable criteria
Application and distribution datesConfirm through official announcements

The eligibility rules differ by region, so students should first identify the education board under which they appeared in their annual examinations.

Region-Wise Eligibility Criteria for the Chromebook Scheme

The eligibility criteria for the Prime Minister’s Youth Chromebook Scheme 2026 depend on the student’s region and educational board.

RegionEligible classRequired institution
PunjabGrade 9 (SSC-I)Government/Public School
SindhGrade 9 (SSC-I)Government/Public School
Khyber PakhtunkhwaGrade 9 (SSC-I)Government/Public School
BalochistanGrade 9 (SSC-I)Government/Public School
Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK)Grade 9 and Grade 10Government/Public School
Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT)Grade 9 and Grade 10Government/Public School
Gilgit-Baltistan (GB)Grade 9 and Grade 10Government/Public School

Students must have appeared in the relevant Annual Examinations 2026 and meet the top-performance criteria applicable to their region.

1. Punjab Board Students

Students studying in Government or Public Schools under Punjab’s educational boards can be considered if they are among the top-performing Grade 9 candidates in the Annual Examinations 2026.

The eligibility criteria cover students associated with boards such as Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Gujranwala, Sargodha, Bahawalpur, Dera Ghazi Khan and Sahiwal.

Important: Under the stated criteria, Grade 10 students from Punjab are not included in this scheme’s eligible class group.

2. Sindh Board Students

For Sindh, the scheme considers top-performing Grade 9 students enrolled in Government or Public Schools. Students should follow announcements from their relevant educational board and the official scheme authorities for details about selection and distribution.

3. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Board Students

Top-performing Grade 9 students from Government or Public Schools in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa may be considered based on their Annual Examinations 2026 performance. Students should keep their roll number, result details and school information available for verification if required.

4. Balochistan Board Students

Government or Public School students in Balochistan who meet the Grade 9 and academic performance requirements may be considered. Students should wait for official instructions about the final selection process.

5. AJK, Islamabad and Gilgit-Baltistan Students

Students in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Islamabad Capital Territory and Gilgit-Baltistan have a different eligibility scope.

For these regions, top-performing students from both Grade 9 (SSC-I) and Grade 10 (SSC-II) in Government or Public Schools will be considered based on the Annual Examinations 2026.

Students should confirm their eligibility through the relevant board or official scheme announcement before submitting any information.

Who Is Eligible for the Prime Minister’s Youth Chromebook Scheme?

To determine whether you qualify for consideration, review these conditions:

  • You must be enrolled in a Government or Public School.
  • You must belong to one of the regions covered by the scheme.
  • You must have taken the relevant Annual Examinations 2026.
  • You must fall within the eligible class group for your region.
  • Your academic performance must meet the applicable top-performing student criteria.

Meeting these conditions makes a student eligible for consideration, but it does not guarantee selection or receipt of a Chromebook. The final outcome depends on the official selection criteria and any additional requirements announced by the authorities.

Are Private School Students Eligible?

No. According to the stated eligibility criteria, only students enrolled in Government or Public Schools are eligible for consideration. Students attending private schools do not qualify under these rules.

How to Check Your Result and Prepare for Selection

Students can use their relevant educational board’s official result platform to review their Annual Examinations 2026 results.

Follow these steps:

  1. Visit the official website of your educational board.
  2. Open the relevant Grade 9 or Grade 10 result section.
  3. Enter your roll number or other required examination details.
  4. View your result and check your marks or grades.
  5. Keep a copy of your result card for reference.

You can also visit ResultChecker.com.pk to find educational result updates, board announcements and student guidance.

If a board website becomes slow or temporarily unavailable because of heavy traffic, try again after a few minutes, use the board’s alternative result service if available, or check its official gazette.

Please note: Checking your examination result is different from applying for the Chromebook Scheme. The eligibility information provided here does not establish an application portal, registration deadline, SMS code, selection list or distribution date. These details should only be followed when confirmed by the relevant official authority.

What Documents Should Students Keep Ready?

Although the final document requirements must be confirmed through official instructions, eligible students can keep the following information accessible:

  • Grade 9 or Grade 10 roll number, as applicable.
  • Annual Examinations 2026 result card.
  • School name and relevant enrollment details.
  • Student identification or registration details, if required by the official process.

Do not share passwords, banking details or unnecessary personal information with unofficial websites or social media accounts claiming to offer guaranteed Chromebook selection.

When Will the Chromebook Scheme Selection List Be Announced?

The eligibility criteria provided for this article do not specify an official selection list announcement date, application deadline or Chromebook distribution schedule.

Students and parents should rely on announcements from the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, the relevant education authorities and their school or educational board. Avoid treating an unofficial social media post as confirmation of selection.

Once an official announcement becomes available, students should carefully check the eligibility conditions, required documents, application procedure (if applicable) and deadlines.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Grade 10 students from Punjab receive a Chromebook under this scheme?

Under the eligibility criteria stated here, Punjab students are considered from Grade 9 only. Grade 10 students are included in the eligible class groups for AJK, ICT and Gilgit-Baltistan.

Can a private school student apply?

No. The stated criteria restrict eligibility to students enrolled in Government or Public Schools.

Are all Grade 9 students guaranteed a Chromebook?

No. Only top-performing students are considered. Meeting the basic eligibility conditions does not guarantee selection.

Will the scheme consider Annual Examinations 2025 results?

The criteria described here refer to the Annual Examinations 2026. Students should follow the relevant official announcement for the examination session applicable to the scheme.

Where can I find updates about the scheme?

Visit ResultChecker.com.pk for educational updates and student guidance. Confirm final eligibility, selection lists and distribution instructions through official sources.

Conclusion

The Prime Minister’s Youth Chromebook Scheme 2026 provides an opportunity for top-performing students in Government and Public Schools to be considered for Chromebook support. Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan are covered for Grade 9, while AJK, ICT and Gilgit-Baltistan include Grade 9 and Grade 10 students.

Students should check their examination results, keep their school and academic records ready, and wait for official instructions about the selection process.

Bookmark ResultChecker.com.pk for the latest educational news, examination results and updates for Pakistani students.

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