KARACHI – Update for thousands of Karachi students dreaming of digital future, as Karachi education board unveiled PM Youth Chromebook Scheme 2026 merit list, bringing high-achieving Class 9 students one step closer to receiving free Chromebooks.
Class 9 ChromeBook Merit List 2026
High-achieving Class 9 students at government schools in Karachi can now check their eligibility for free Chromebooks after the Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) released the merit list for the Prime Minister’s Youth Chromebook Scheme 2026.
The announcement brings an opportunity for students who secured outstanding marks in the 2026 annual examinations, with the government initiative aimed at improving access to digital education among talented youngsters.
The Karachi board has uploaded the list of selected candidates to its official website, allowing students to check their names online without visiting the board’s offices.
The scheme covers students enrolled in government schools affiliated with BSEK, including candidates from both the Science and General groups. Selection is based on academic achievement in the ninth-grade annual examinations.
How to Check PM Youth Chromebook Scheme Merit List
Students can verify their selection status through the Karachi board’s dedicated online portal.
To access the merit list, candidates should visit the BSEK official Chromebook Scheme webpage and review the published selection details.
Those whose names appear on the list will be required to complete another important step before their applications can proceed.
Online Registration Mandatory for Selected Students
BSEK has advised shortlisted students to complete the required registration through the official Prime Minister’s Youth Chromebook Scheme website.
The board has made it clear that inclusion in the merit list does not automatically guarantee a Chromebook. Students must complete the online registration formalities to fulfil the scheme’s requirements.
Eligible candidates have been encouraged to submit their information promptly to prevent unnecessary delays or complications.
Who Is Eligible for the Chromebook Scheme?
The programme is intended for academically outstanding students who meet the following conditions:
- They attended government schools affiliated with BSEK.
- They appeared in the Class 9 annual examinations in 2026.
- They belong to either the Science or General group.
- Their academic performance qualifies them for inclusion in the merit list.
- They complete the required online registration after being shortlisted.
Government Initiative to Expand Digital Learning
The PM Youth Chromebook Scheme is part of efforts to make technology more accessible to deserving students, particularly those studying in public-sector schools.
The provision of Chromebooks is intended to support online learning, academic research, digital literacy and independent study, helping students develop skills increasingly important in modern education.
Students and parents have been advised to use the official BSEK and Chromebook Scheme portals to verify selection details and complete the necessary application requirements.
