Ehsaas Naujawan Programme 2025 is a revolutionary project of the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), that was designed to address the issue of unemployment among the youth in
Ehsaas Naujawan Programme 2025 is a revolutionary project of the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), that was designed to address the issue of unemployment among the youth in Pakistan. This program enables the Pakistani youth to turn their dreams into viable careers and business by offering free skill training, interest-free loans, and job placement services.
What Is Ehsaas Naujawan Programme?
Started in 2024-2025 with the vision of the Chief Minister of KP, Ehsaas Naujawan Programme will:
Empower young people with professional and entrepreneurial skills required in the market.
Provide startups and small business with interest-free loans.
Offer an efficient access to employment and business mentoring.
Enhance economic development through the mobilization of youth talents and skills.
Who Is Eligible?
To be eligible, one has to meet:
Age group: 18 35 years.
Settlement in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (including Merged Districts).
No late government loans record or criminal record.
Possible business idea or desire to retrain to be able to work in the modern world.
Applicants are welcomed to apply, both men and women, particularly those who belong to the marginalized groups.
Major Features and Advantage
Free Skill Development
The programme provides free comprehensive skill training in such areas as:
Online marketing, Amazon VA, web developers, graphic designer, video editing.
IT and new technology: AI, machine learning, Python, data analytics.
Vocational skills: tailoring, hospitality, electrical and plumbing.
Entrepreneurship and management of business.
The courses are provided on-site in large cities, which is convenient and allows learning the industry professionals.
Business Loans with no Interest
Two tiers of interest-free loans:
Category
Loan Range
Provider
Individuals & Small Startups
PKR 100,000 – 500,000
Akhuwat Islamic Microfinance Institute
Startups/Group Businesses (3–5)
PKR 1 million – 5 million
Bank of Khyber
Loans up to PKR 500,000 do not need any collateral.
Business start up loans; perfect to start up and grow business.
Easy online or branch based application.
All-Rounded Job Placement Assistance
Partnership with the local job portals and government departments to offer job opportunities and placement once the training is completed.
Entry to career fairs and professional networks.
Targeted support of disadvantaged and unprotected population groups among young people.
Business Mentoring and Business Support
Advice on how to develop workable business plans.
Financial literacy and market education.
Continuous coaching to make the business sustainable and be job-ready.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide
Check Eligibility: Make sure that you are eligible in terms of age, residency and documents.
Get Your Papers: A valid CNIC, educational certificates and in the case of loans above PKR 500,000–a simple business plan.
Select Pathway:
In case of loans: Please go to the Bank of Khyber portal (in case of bigger loans) or the nearest Akhuwat branch (in case of individual/small loans).
To train: Fill in an online application or use official training partners in your city.
Application Review: The application is reviewed and the funds/training admissions are sent to the qualified applicants in 4-6 weeks.
Training or Start Business: Start courses or get disbursement and mentoring to start your business adventure.
Empowering Women and Marginalized Population
Gender and social inclusion are the priorities of the program:
Loans, training and placement are given priority to women, minorities and differently abled youth.
Special quotas and specific outreach guarantee equal opportunity to everyone.
The group business model through cluster-based business promotes community support and shared responsibility.
What is the Reason to Join Ehsaas Naujawan Programme?
Participants Gain:
Market-Ready Skills: Digital, IT and technical skills in accordance to the demands of the job market in Pakistan.
Financial Support: No-interest, shariah-compliant loans and flexible payback.
Business and job placement: Systematic assistance through training to work or self-employment.
Mentoring: Constant advice despite the first funding or training.
The Economic Development in Pakistan
The Ehsaas Naujawan Programme helps to bridge the gap between education and employment and thus, it helps in:
Reduced unemployment among the youths.
Increment in entrepreneurship and small- to medium-sized businesses.
Empowerment of the future business leaders and skilled professionals.
Better rural and urban economies with inclusive training and finances.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can university students apply? A: Yes, any young citizen between 18-35 years having a valid CNIC can avail training or business support.
Q: Is there any fee? A: All training programs and lending activities are interest and charge-free to the qualified youth.
Q: Is my city included? A: The program is inclusive of all the districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, merged as well as remote.
Conclusion
Ehsaas Naujawan Programme 2025 is not just a financial aid package but an empowerment tool of the Pakistani youth. Whether you aspire to work in a company, a trade or start your own technology company, this government-sponsored program will give you the tools, funds and mentorship to achieve your future success. Apply now and become the leader, entrepreneur, or professional of tomorrow and drive the economy of Pakistan ahead.
