Everything students, government employees, and teachers need to check before applying for the Punjab Government's Electric Bike Scheme — plus a free 60-second eligibility checker.
Last reviewed: July 2026The Punjab E‑Bike Scheme is an initiative of the Government of Punjab, launched under Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, that distributes electric bikes to eligible students, teachers, and government employees across the province. Applications are accepted only through the official portal at bikes.punjab.gov.pk. Below is a complete breakdown of who qualifies.
Answer 5 quick questions to see if you're likely to qualify for the Punjab E‑Bike Scheme.
Based on your answers, you meet the core eligibility requirements of the Punjab E‑Bike Scheme. Head to the official portal to complete your application and required documents.
Apply on Official Portal →Based on your answers, you may not meet one or more core requirements. Review the eligibility criteria above — rules are updated between phases, so it's worth checking the official portal too.
Generally no. The scheme requires "regular" enrollment, defined as physical, on-campus attendance. Distance-learning programs like VU and AIOU have been excluded in past phases, though policy can change — check the official portal for updates.
Yes. Under the current phase, female students receive electric bikes free of cost, while male students are offered the bike through an interest-free (zero markup) installment plan.
No. Only one person per family is eligible to receive a bike under the scheme, even if multiple siblings individually meet the criteria.
Yes. Every applicant, regardless of gender, must hold a valid motorcycle driving licence or at minimum a Learner's Driving Permit issued by Punjab Traffic Police. Applications without one are automatically rejected.
Where the number of applications exceeds available bikes, selection is made through a transparent computerized e-balloting process after document verification.
Applications are accepted only through the official Punjab Government portal at bikes.punjab.gov.pk. Authorities advise avoiding agents or unofficial websites claiming to guarantee approval.
Sources: Official Punjab Government portal (bikes.punjab.gov.pk) and public reporting on the Punjab E-Bike Scheme 2026. Eligibility criteria, phases, and deadlines are updated periodically — always verify current requirements on the official portal before applying. This page is for informational purposes and is not an official government publication.