CM Punjab SEHR Program 2026 offers free home-based training for women in Punjab. Apply online for Digital Skills, Beautician, and Hospitality courses. Learn eligibility, stipend details, and districts covered.
The CM Punjab SEHR Program (Skill Enhancement Through Home Reach) is a women-focused vocational training initiative launched under CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif. Managed by the Women Development Department (WDD), the program delivers free training at home to empower women with practical, income-generating skills.
It removes mobility barriers by offering online and local short-batch training, ensuring women can balance household responsibilities while building careers.
Objectives of the Program
- Increase women’s participation in the workforce
- Provide free training in high-demand fields
- Support freelancing, self-employment, and small businesses
- Connect graduates with job placement opportunities
- Reduce financial and mobility barriers
- CM Punjab SEHR Program 2026
Training Tracks Offered
Digital Skills (Mein Digital)
- Duration: 6 months, fully online
- Covers: English proficiency, digital skills, e-commerce, content creation, freelancing soft skills
- Support: Laptop, internet device, PKR 5,000 monthly stipend
- Eligibility: Minimum 16 years education, Punjab domicile, priority for rural women
Beautician Training
- Covers: Skin care, hair styling, bridal makeup, nail art, salon operations
- Support: Starter beauty kit, professional certificate
- Eligibility: Punjab domicile, widows/divorced women, low-income households (no formal education required)
Hospitality Training
- Duration: 3 months, in partnership with ITHM/TDCP
- Covers: Culinary basics, front desk, housekeeping, customer service
- Eligibility: Matric pass, age 18–45, Punjab domicile
- Career paths: Hotel/restaurant jobs, catering, tourism sector
Districts Currently Covered
| District | Tracks Available |
|---|---|
| Lahore | Digital Skills, Beautician, Hospitality |
| Faisalabad | Digital Skills, Beautician, Hospitality |
| Rawalpindi | Digital Skills, Beautician, Hospitality |
| Multan | Digital Skills, Beautician, Hospitality |
| Gujranwala | Digital Skills, Beautician, Hospitality |
| Other Punjab | Upcoming (phased expansion) |
Eligibility Criteria
- Valid CNIC or Punjab domicile
- Track-specific education requirements:
- Digital Skills: 16 years education
- Beautician: No formal requirement
- Hospitality: Matric pass, age 18–45
- Priority for rural women, widows, divorced women, and low-income households
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Required Documents
- CNIC or NADRA Form-B
- Proof of domicile
- Educational certificates (if required)
- Passport-size photograph
- Active mobile number & email
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official WDD SEHR portal
- Select your course (Digital Skills, Beautician, Hospitality)
- Register with mobile number (OTP verification)
- Enter CNIC, domicile, education details
- Upload scanned documents
- Submit application and save reference number
- Wait for eligibility verification and shortlisting
Selection Process
- Application submission
- Eligibility verification
- Shortlisting based on seats
- Interview/test (if applicable)
- Final selection notification via SMS/email
- Training start date
- Certificate awarded after completion
Conclusion
The CM Punjab SEHR Program 2026 is a groundbreaking initiative to empower women across Punjab with free, home-based vocational training. Whether through digital freelancing, beauty services, or hospitality jobs, the program equips women with practical skills, financial independence, and career opportunities.
👉 Eligible women should apply directly via the official WDD SEHR portal and prepare their documents in advance to secure a seat.
