Syed Muhammad Yaseen
Islamabad : The federal government has announced the distribution of 500,000 Chromebooks and internet connectivity devices among students across Pakistan under the Prime Minister’s Youth Chromebook Scheme, aiming to promote digital education and improve access to online learning opportunities.
The initiative was formally launched by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on October 25, 2026. The scheme aims to support talented students by providing access to digital educational resources and technology-based learning.
According to the official registration portal managed by the Inter Boards Coordination Commission (IBCC), eligibility is linked to academic performance in the 2026 annual examinations and enrolment in government schools.
Who Is Eligible for the Chromebook Scheme?
Students from government or public-sector schools may qualify under the following criteria:
– Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan: Top-performing Grade 9 (SSC-I) students based on the 2026 annual examinations.
– Islamabad Capital Territory, Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan: Top-performing Grade 9 and Grade 10 students based on the 2026 annual examinations.
Selection will depend on the applicable eligibility criteria and merit-based allocation process. The official portal does not specify a universal minimum percentage of marks for all applicants.
How to Apply for the PM Chromebook Scheme 2026
Eligible students can check their records and follow the registration instructions through the official portal:
Registration link: https://pmychromebooks.ibcc.edu.pk/
Applicants should select their relevant educational board and search for their examination record using the required details. Students must verify their information, upload the requested documents and submit their application according to the portal’s instructions.
Documents Required
Students should prepare the following documents before registration:
– Recent colour photograph with a plain background.
– Relevant examination marksheet.
– Student’s B-Form or CNIC.
– Father’s or guardian’s CNIC.
Applicants should ensure that all documents are clear and that personal information matches official educational records.
Important Information for Balochistan Students
Students studying in government schools across Balochistan are included in the scheme’s eligibility framework. According to the portal, eligible candidates in the province will be considered from among high-performing Grade 9 students in the 2026 annual examinations.
Students should regularly check the official portal and announcements from their respective educational boards for registration deadlines and further instructions.
The government aims to distribute 500,000 devices over two years. However, submitting an application does not guarantee selection, as distribution will depend on eligibility, merit and available allocations.
Students are advised to use only official registration channels and avoid unofficial links or individuals promising guaranteed selection.
Daily Quetta Voice will continue to report verified updates regarding the scheme and its implementation in Balochistan.
