Introduction
The Prime Minister’s Youth Program (also called PM Youth Programme or Kamyab Jawan) is Pakistan’s flagship youth empowerment initiative that bundles training, internships, laptops, entrepreneurship loans, and other opportunities into one government-led platform. Its goal is to help young Pakistanis gain skills, start businesses, find jobs, and take part in Pakistan’s digital and economic transformation.
Below you’ll find a clear breakdown of the program’s main components, who can apply, what benefits are offered, and step-by-step application instructions for the most popular schemes.
Main components (what the program offers)
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Skill development & technical training
Short and long courses aligned with market demand (TVET, digital skills, AI, coding).
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Internships and job placements
Paid/unpaid internships with public and private partners to boost employability.
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Laptop / device scheme
Distribution or subsidized access to laptops for eligible university students to support digital learning.
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Business & agriculture loans
Concessionary financing tiers to help youth start or scale businesses, including women-targeted allocations. Major banks process applications through the PMYP portal.
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Special initiatives
AI/PhD training, entrepreneurship support, youth councils, and seed funding announced via PMYP press releases.
Who is eligible (general rules)
- Must be a Pakistani citizen with a valid CNIC.
- Typical age window: 18–45 years (specific schemes may vary).
- Education requirements differ by scheme: some training programs accept matriculated candidates or even non-degree applicants; other benefits (like laptop schemes) target enrolled university students. Always check the scheme page for exact criteria.
Key benefits — quick view
- Free or subsidized training that matches job-market needs (digital, technical, soft skills).
- Stipends or paid internships that build work experience and networks.
- Access to concessionary finance to start micro, small or medium businesses — often with special terms for women and agriculture projects.
- Devices (laptop phases) that remove barriers to online learning.
How to apply — step-by-step (general process across schemes)
Always start at the official PMYP portal: https://pmyp.gov.pk — this portal links to forms, eligibility checkers and official announcement
For training courses & internships
- Visit the PMYP portal or partner training body (NAVTTC, HEC, provincial skill boards).
- Find the active program (search “training”, “internship”, or the program name).
- Create an account on the PMYP portal (CNIC, mobile number, email).
- Complete the online application form — upload required documents (CNIC, education certificates, CV, passport-size photo).
- Wait for selection/shortlisting notices by email/SMS or portal dashboard. If selected, follow arrival and orientation instructions.
For laptop / device schemes (student-targeted)
- Check eligibility (usually HEC-registered public university students or applicants listed in the portal).
- Apply through the PMYP portal or the specific university link provided.
- Provide student status proof, CNIC, and contact details.
- Follow the verification steps (university verification, portal confirmation). Collection or delivery instructions are sent once approved.
For business & agriculture loans (PM Youth Business & Agriculture Loan Scheme)
- Visit the PMYP loan portal or participating bank’s PM loan page (e.g., HBL, UBL, Bank Alfalah, ZTBL)
- Register on the PMYP loan application form (online).
- Choose the loan tier (micro, small, larger tiers) based on your business plan and requirement.
- Upload documents: CNIC, business plan/feasibility, bank statements (if any), educational/skill certificates, and any collateral details (depending on ti
- Submit and track application via the portal. Banks generally have an internal evaluation and a set processing time (TAT varies — e.g., ~30–45 days).
Documents you typically need
- Valid CNIC (front & back)
- Recent passport-size photo
- Educational certificates / proof of enrollment (for laptops & some trainings)
- CV / resume (for internships & jobs)
- Business plan and bank statements (for loans)
- Any license or trade registration if available
Tips to improve your chances
- Prepare a concise, real business plan for loan applications — bank assessability improves approvals.
- Use official channels only (pmyp.gov.pk and partner bank/HEC/NAVTTC pages). Beware of social posts promising guaranteed approvals.
- Keep scanned documents ready and ensure CNIC details match across all forms.
- For trainings, highlight any prior experience or portfolio (GitHub for developers, design work for creatives).
Where to get help or verify updates
- Official PMYP portal: pmyp.gov.pk (primary, authoritative).
- NAVTTC for skills & TVET offerings.
- HEC pages for laptop and university student schemes.
- Participating bank portals (HBL, UBL, Bank Alfalah, ZTBL) for loan processing details.
Final note
The Prime Minister’s Youth Program is broad and evolving — new training rounds, loan windows, laptop phases, and special initiatives (AI training, PhD/MPhil tracks) are announced periodically. Always confirm deadlines, eligibility, and the exact application method on the official PMYP portal or partner pages before applying.