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PHC Orders PU to Pay Student Scholarships 2026

The Peshawar High Court PHC has issued a landmark judgment ordering the University of Peshawar UOP to immediately release withheld funds for the Need-Based Scholarship Programme NBSP. In a decisive ruling delivered on Monday, April 27, 2026, the court rejected the university’s excuse of financial constraints, mandating that entitled students receive their stipends and fee exemptions without further delay. This order brings much-needed relief to dozens of students who have been struggling to continue their education due to frozen payments.

This judicial intervention is a massive win for student rights in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. For months, the PU Scholarship Payment issue has left many underprivileged scholars in a state of academic limbo. As an investigative journalist, I see this as a stern warning to public sector universities: internal budget deficits cannot be balanced on the backs of the most vulnerable students. By prioritizing the HEC Need-Based Scholarship, the court has reaffirmed that educational support is a commitment, not a discretionary luxury that can be diverted for other administrative expenses.

Court Mandate on Scholarship Fund Disbursement

A two-member bench consisting of Justice Mohammad Naeem Anwar and Justice Wiqar Ahmad accepted the petitions filed by Gohar Ali and other affected students. The seven-page detailed judgment clarifies that the university has no legal authority to retain funds already released by the Higher Education Commission HEC for specific student welfare programs. The bench observed that the eligibility of these students was never in doubt, yet their financial support was unfairly stalled.

Key Directives	Responsible Body	Action Required
Fund Release	HEC	Arrange and release remaining NBSP funds
Immediate Payout	University of Peshawar	Disburse all received funds to students
Fee Exemptions	PU Administration	Honor all approved fee waivers immediately

The courts ruling emphasized that the NBSP is designed to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Holding back these funds directly sabotages their future prospects. The universitys argument that it faced a severe financial shortfall was deemed insufficient to justify withholding money that was legally earmarked for student stipends.

HEC Clarification and University Accountability

During the proceedings, the HEC informed the court that it had already transferred significant portions of the scholarship budget to the UoP scholarship accounts. The commission stated that once funds are moved to the university, the responsibility for timely distribution lies solely with the campus administration. This revelation highlighted a management failure at the university level, where student funds were allegedly being diverted to meet other operational costs.

According to the established NBSP eligibility criteria, students are entitled to a monthly stipend of Rs 6,000 along with a full tuition fee waiver for the entire duration of their degree. The PHC has now made it clear that this financial package must be honored in full. This ruling sets a powerful precedent for other universities across Pakistan that may be tempted to use student aid to plug their own fiscal holes.

WHAT’S NEXT

How can I verify Peshawar University scholarship status?

Affected students should visit the PU Financial Aid office or the Institutional Scholarship Award Committee ISAC to confirm their names on the approved list. Following the PHC order, the university is required to update its disbursement schedule immediately. You can also check the HEC online portal to see if your specific scholarship grant has been marked as "released" to the university.

When will the PU Scholarship Payment be released?

The court has ordered the university to disburse the funds "immediately." This typically means the administration must begin the payout process within the next few business days. Students are advised to keep their bank account details updated with the university treasurers office to avoid any further technical delays in receiving their monthly stipends.

What are the latest NBSP eligibility criteria at PU?

The Need-Based Scholarship Programme remains open to financially deserving students who maintain a satisfactory academic record. As per the PU Scholarship 2026 guidelines, candidates must provide proof of income and undergo an interview by the ISAC. Once selected, the HEC policy ensures that funding continues for the entire duration of the academic program, provided the students performance does not fall below the required GPA.

PHC Orders PU to Pay Student Scholarships 2026

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