Frequently Asked Questions

Pakistani students with financial need can apply. You must:

• Be in school, college, or university
• Have demonstrated financial hardship
• Be ready to commit to your education
• Have valid documents (CNIC/B-Form, school admission letter, income certificate)

Prepare these documents before applying:

• Your CNIC or B-Form (birth certificate)
• School or college admission letter
• Income certificate (from local government office)
• Guardian's CNIC (parent or guardian)
• Recent school transcript or grades

If you don't have all documents when applying, you can submit them later.

The scholarship amount varies based on:

• Your financial need (family income)
• Your grades and academic performance
• Available funding from sponsors
• Type of school (government vs. private)

Scholarships typically cover partial to full tuition fees. You'll be informed of the exact amount after approval.

The review process typically takes 2-4 weeks, including:

• 1 week: Initial application review
• 1 week: Document verification
• 1-2 weeks: Sponsor matching

You can check your status anytime using your Application ID on the Status page. We'll also email you with updates.

Be honest and specific. Explain:

• Your family's financial situation (income, expenses)
• Why school fees are difficult for your family
• What education means to you
• How the scholarship would help you continue studying

Example: "My father is a laborer earning PKR 20,000/month. My school fees are PKR 8,000/month, leaving little for food and transport. This scholarship would let me stay in school and graduate."

Tip: Use Ask AI to get help writing this section better.

Share your dreams and future plans:

• What do you want to study or become?
• Why is this important to you?
• How will education help your family?
• What challenges will you overcome?

Example: "I want to become an engineer. My family has never had someone go to university. I will work hard to graduate and get a job that supports them."

Yes! Your form automatically saves as you type. If you close the browser and come back:

• Sign in with the same Google account
• Go to Apply page
• Your saved form data will appear

Note: Saved forms are stored in your browser. Use the same computer and browser to see your saved data.

You can submit a new application, but:

• The system will warn you that you already submitted
• Your old application will be replaced
• Only your latest application will be reviewed

If you need to update your application, use the same account and submit a new form with corrected information.

Use the Status page:

• Go to the Status page
• Enter your Application ID (starts with SF2026 or SC2026)
• See real-time updates
• You can print or save your status

You should have received your Application ID in the confirmation email after applying.

You have two options:

• Check your email: Search for "Application Received" or "Sahulat Family" in your email inbox (check spam folder too)
• Use the Status page: Go to Status, enter a wrong ID, and use the "Send me my Application ID" form to resend it to your email
• Contact us: Email sahulatfamilypk@gmail.com with your full name and the email you used to apply

Yes! We'll email you:

• Confirmation email: Right after you submit (with your Application ID)
• Status updates: When we review your application or need more documents
• Final decision: Whether approved, rejected, or pending
• Auto-reply: Immediate auto-reply if you email us with questions

Check your email regularly, including spam folder. Make sure we have the correct email address when you apply.

Ask AI can help with your application:

• Sign in to your account
• Go to Ask AI page
• Type your question (e.g., "How do I write my need statement?")
• AI will suggest answers to help you

You get 150 free messages per day. AI can help with form writing, eligibility questions, and general advice.

You can reach us through:

• Email: sahulatfamilypk@gmail.com (we reply within 24 hours)
• Contact form: Go to Contact Us page and send a message
• Status page: Use the contact link on your status result

When emailing, include your Application ID to help us assist you faster.

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