Government of Punjab has launched Nawaz Sharif Schools of Eminence Phase 2 program. This program is a landmark initiative by the Government of Punjab designed to provide international-standard education to every child in the province. This latest Nawaz. Sharif Schools of Eminence Phase 2 program advertisement is published today ( 8 May 2026) in different national newspapers. Application are invited from Individuals, Young Entrepreneur Group, Ed Tech, Education Chains, and NGOs/ CSOs. The last date to submit the online applications is June 15, 2026.

If you are interested to apply for Nawaz. Sharif Schools of Eminence Phase 2, this post will help you to understand each and everything about program. We have shared all information regarding, eligibility criteria, eligibility conditions, TORs, Manual User Guide, List of the Schools, Processing fee, Marks Criteria, Preference Order and how to apply.

Overview: Nawaz Sharif Schools of Eminence Phase 2

Eligibility Criteria

To maintain the high standards of these “Schools of Eminence,” the government has set specific requirements for those wishing to manage these institutions. Understanding the Nawaz Sharif School of Eminence eligibility criteria is the first step for any prospective applicant.

The program is looking for individuals and organizations with:

1. A strong background in educational management.

2. The financial stability to maintain school operations.

3. A commitment to the government’s vision of “Quality Education for All.”

4. The ability to integrate technology (Ed-Tech) into the classroom environment.

Who Can Apply? (Eligible Applicants)

The government has opened the doors for a wide variety of stakeholders to participate in this public-private partnership. The following groups are eligible to apply:

• Individuals / Educationists: Subject matter experts and veteran teachers with management experience.

• Young Entrepreneur Groups: Innovative young leaders who can bring fresh, modern business perspectives to the education sector.

• Education Chains: Established private school systems looking to expand their reach through government partnership.

• Ed-Tech Organizations: Companies that specialize in digital learning tools and smart classroom solutions.

• NGOs / CSOs: Non-Governmental Organizations and Civil Society Organizations with a proven track record in social development.

1. Young Entrepreneur Group

Major Requirements

• Group of 3 persons (friends/family)
• Maximum age: 40 years
• All members must have minimum 16 years education
• Lead applicant must have minimum 3 years post-qualification experience
• Only one application per person/group
• Government employees are not eligible
• PSRP Phase-I & II licensees cannot apply again

Important Conditions

• Police character certificates mandatory for all members
• Fake documents will lead to disqualification and criminal proceedings
• Entire group rejected if any member has criminal record

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2. Individual Applicant

Major Requirements

• Minimum 16 years education
• Minimum 7 years post-qualification experience
• Maximum age: 65 years
• Government employees not eligible
• Previous PSRP Phase-I & II licensees not eligible

Important Conditions

• Valid police character certificate mandatory
• Fake documents may lead to criminal proceedings

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3. Ed-Tech Firm

Major Requirements

• Registered with Punjab/Federal Government or SECP
• Minimum 3 years experience in Ed-Tech sector
• Must have worked with at least 5 educational institutions
• Must apply for minimum cluster of 10 schools in a district
• Audited reports of last 2 years required

Additional Conditions

• Detailed presentation required after scrutiny
• Board/CEO approval mandatory
• Affidavit against blacklisting required

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4. Educational Chain

Major Requirements

• Registered educational organization
• Minimum 5 years experience
• Must operate at least 10 schools/colleges
• Minimum cluster application: 10 schools
• Audited reports of last 3 years required

Additional Conditions

• Presentation mandatory
• Board approval required
• Blacklisting affidavit mandatory

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5. NGO / CSO

Major Requirements

• Registered NGO/CSO
• Non-commercial organization
• Minimum 5 years experience in education/social sector
• Must apply for minimum 10 schools
• Audited reports of last 3 years required

Additional Conditions

• Presentation mandatory
• Blacklisting affidavit required
• Board approval mandatory

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Application Processing Fee

Important Note

• All fees are non-refundable.

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Important Evaluation Criteria

Young Entrepreneur & Individual

Total Marks = 100

Important Scoring Factors

• Higher qualifications receive more marks
• B.Ed./M.Ed. carry additional marks
• More experience gives higher score
• Applicants from same tehsil get maximum proximity marks

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Ed-Tech Firm Evaluation

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Educational Chain Evaluation

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NGO / CSO Evaluation

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Match-Making & School Allocation

Preference Order

Tie-Breaking

Preference given on:

• Higher qualification
• Senior age
• Years of operations
• Geographic spread
• International footprint (where applicable)

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Grievance Redressal

• Applicants can appeal against decisions
• Appeal fee: Rs. 20,000
• Complaint must be submitted within 10 days
• Decision of Grievance Redressal Committee (GRC) will be final

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Agreement & School Handover

• Successful applicants must sign License Agreement with PEF
• Failure to sign within timeline will cancel candidature
• Schools will be handed over in coordination with DEAs

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Baseline QAT (Quality Assurance Test)

• QAT may be conducted within 60 days of school handover
• PEF may conduct multiple QATs annually
• Quality targets will be assigned yearly

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Important Documents Required

Young Entrepreneur / Individual

• Fee deposit slip
• CNIC copies
• Educational documents
• Experience certificates
• Police character certificate

Organizations (Ed-Tech / Educational Chain / NGO)

• Registration certificate
• NTN certificate
• Audited reports
• Organization profile
• School/project details
• Authority letter for focal person
• MoUs and agreements (where applicable)

Nawaz Sharif School of Eminence Apply Online 2026

The application process has been designed to be 100% digital to ensure transparency and merit-based selection. For the Nawaz Sharif School of Eminence apply online 2026 cycle, applicants are not required to submit physical hard copies. Everything must be handled through the official online portal.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide

If you meet the eligibility criteria, follow these steps to submit your application:

(1) Visit the Official Portal: Go to https://nsse.pefsis.edu.pk/ to begin the registration process.

(2) When you click on the given link, the following page will appear.

(3) Click on the ‘Register New Account’ Button on the Top Right of the Screen. The registration page will appear as shown in the below image. Select your relevant category such Individual, Young Entrepreneur, Ed Tech Firm, Education Chain, and NGOs  by clicking one of the radio button, Now fill out the registration form with CNIC, Email and Mobile Number. You can also read Eligibility Criteria before applying on this page.

Note: An applicant is not allowed to Register in more than one Type / Category, so choose your type carefully. Read TORs, User Manual and Advertisement Details before registration. *Note: All the fields of Registration from are mandatory

(4) Upon Successful Registration, Go to Login Page again and Enter your Credentials. Username/password and click on “Sign in”

(5) Download the “Step by Step Registration Process Manual Guide” of each categories.

(6) Submit Before the Deadline: The last date to apply is June 15, 2026. Ensure your submission is completed well before the deadline to avoid technical delays.

Important Links:

• Application Portal: https://nsse.pefsis.edu.pk/

• General Information: www.pef.edu.pk

• Helpline: 111-003-004

Deadline for Application: June 15, 2026.