Hunarmand Pakistan gives free vocational and technical training to youth, often with a stipend during the course. This guide explains what it is, the courses, who is eligible, and how to apply online, in simple words.
Also known as the “Skills for All” program, it helps young people learn a trade or a digital skill so they can find work or earn online. Training and applying are free.
What is Hunarmand Pakistan?
Hunarmand Pakistan is a federal skills program run through NAVTTC, the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission, and partner institutes across the country. It offers free training in many trades, and many courses include a stipend for trainees. The goal is to turn youth into skilled workers who can get jobs or freelance. You can find official information at navttc.gov.pk.
Hunarmand Pakistan eligibility
Based on the usual criteria, you generally need to:
- Be a Pakistani with a valid CNIC
- Be within the program’s age range
- Meet any minimum education requirement for the course you choose
The exact age range and course requirements can change each cycle, so always confirm the current criteria on the official NAVTTC portal.
The courses
The program offers a wide range of trades, including:
- IT and freelancing skills (such as web, design, and digital work)
- Technical and industrial skills
- Other in-demand trades
The exact list of courses changes each cycle and by institute, so check the current course list on the official portal to see what is available near you.
Is there a stipend?
Many courses include a monthly stipend for trainees during the course, along with free training. The exact stipend and which courses include it can change each cycle, so confirm the current details on the official NAVTTC portal.
How to apply online, step by step
- Open the official NAVTTC portal at navttc.gov.pk and register with your CNIC.
- Choose a course and a training institute near you.
- Fill your personal and education details and submit.
- Wait to be contacted by the institute with the next steps.
Stay safe from fraud
- Apply only on the official portal navttc.gov.pk.
- Training and applying are free. Never pay a fee to enroll.
- Never share your OTP or password, and ignore anyone who asks for money to “confirm your seat.”
For help, use the official NAVTTC portal. GoPunjab is an independent information website; we cannot enroll you or run the training. We only explain how the process works so you can apply correctly.
To see what else may fit you, try our free eligibility checker. Young people should also read about the CM Punjab Internship Program and the Kamyab Jawan loan.