Lahore: The Punjab government has launched the Electric Bike Scheme 2026, enabling male students across the province to own a personal electric motorcycle through affordable, interest-free installments of just Rs2,000 per month.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced the initiative during a ceremony in Arifwala, where she also elevated 10 government schools to the status of Nawaz Sharif Schools of Eminence.
Addressing the gathering, the chief minister unveiled a series of education reforms, including the establishment of Nawaz Sharif Schools of Eminence in every tehsil, modernization of public schools, and the introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) laboratories across Punjab.
Under the electric bike scheme, students will be offered an affordable repayment plan designed to minimize financial burden. The financing structure includes a Rs15,000 down payment followed by monthly installments of approximately Rs2,000, with no interest charged.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the scheme, applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years of age (with relaxation up to 35 years for certain categories).
- Be enrolled as a regular student in a degree college or university.
- Study at an institution recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
- Possess a valid Punjab domicile.
- Hold a valid motorcycle driving licence or learner’s permit.
- Not own any registered motor vehicle.
The government has also clarified that only one electric bike will be allotted per family, even if more than one sibling meets the eligibility criteria.
Application Procedure
Applications will be accepted exclusively through the Punjab government’s online portal. Applicants are required to:
- Register or log in using their CNIC and personal details.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Submit the application online.
- Wait for verification and computerized balloting.
- Track the application status through the online portal.
Required Documents
Applicants will generally need to submit:
- CNIC or B-Form.
- Bonafide student certificate (if required).
- Punjab domicile certificate.
- Motorcycle driving licence or learner’s permit.
- Passport-sized photographs.
- Additional family details or an affidavit, if requested.
The Punjab government has advised students to avoid unofficial websites or agents, emphasizing that successful applicants will be selected through a transparent computerized balloting process.
For assistance, applicants can visit the official portal at https://bikes.punjab.gov.pk/, call the helpline (042-111-333-267), or email support@bikes.punjab.gov.pk.
The provincial government has also announced that female students across Punjab will receive electric bikes free of cost under the scheme.
