Pakistan’s youth should wait as laptops delay due to floods and merit announcements
Last updated: September 1, 2025
Floods Postpone PM Youth Laptop Scheme Nationwide
The much-anticipated Prime Minister’s Youth Laptop Scheme Phase IV (2025) has been postponed due to the massive floods sweeping across key regions of Pakistan—including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir. Originally scheduled for July 25 at Jinnah Convention Centre, distribution efforts were halted as relief operations became the government’s top priority. Authorities announced a two-week delay, with a revised date to be communicated once conditions stabilize.
Students Report: “Wait Until Floods End & Merit List Is Live”
Many students took to Messenger and social media, stating:
“Please wait until the floods settle; the merit list is already up on HEC and university portals.”
Indeed, the HEC portal now displays full status updates—showing whether applicants are selected, not selected, eligible, or ineligible.
Several universities have published provisional merit lists, including categories such as selected, waiting, and disapproved. Notably, GC University Lahore uploaded its lists on July 4, with fields for corrections until June 10.
What You Need to Know
| Aspect | Current Status |
|---|---|
| Flood Impact | Severe floods in KPK, GB, and AJK have forced a temporary halt to the laptop distribution drive. |
| Rescheduled Timeline | Postponement by approximately two weeks; new date to be announced soon. |
| Merit List | Live on HEC portal showing selected, not selected, eligible/ineligible statuses. Students advised to check. |
| University Lists | All universities—including GCU Lahore—have published provisional lists. Corrections accepted through early June. |
| Student Feedback | Communication from students confirms status visibility and urges patience until flood recovery. |
Lessons & Next Steps for Students
- Check your status now on the official HEC Student Service Portal.Laptop Program
- University merit lists may also be live—visit your institution’s portal or contact focal persons for details.
- Be ready for new distribution dates—likely after flood recovery efforts ease. Monitor official channels for announcements.
What the Government Is Saying
The Prime Minister Youth Programme (PMYP) has confirmed:
- The scheme’s roll-out is in “wait mode” until flood-affected areas regain stability.
- Despite delays, 100,000 laptops remain earmarked for distribution to eligible youths nationwide.
