C2C Program
The Candle to Candle (C2C) Program empowers students in high-employability fields to build promising careers, and eventually sponsor the next generation of scholars.
Funded by individual donors, C2C is more than a scholarship. PRF provides academic, personal, and career support, welcoming each student as part of the PRF family. Full sponsorship for the duration of study is prioritized, covering academic and living expenses where possible.
Eligibility & Requirements
To qualify for the Candle to Candle (C2C) PRF Scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
1. Academic Performance
- Matriculation (SSC): minimum 70% marks or 3.0 CGPA
- Intermediate (FSc / FA / ICS / I.Com): minimum 70% marks or 3.0 CGPA
- Undergraduate (BS / BSc / BA / B.Com or other): minimum 60% marks or 2.5 CGPA (70% / 3.0 CGPA or higher for selected programs)
- Professional degrees (e.g. MBBS, Engineering): minimum 80% marks or 3.5 CGPA in FSc or Matriculation
2. Financial Status
- Combined family monthly income must not exceed Rs. 50,000
- Priority may be given to:
- Orphans
- Other similarly vulnerable applicants
3. Institution Requirements
- Applicant must be enrolled in, or seeking admission to:
- A government institution, or
- An HEC-recognized private institution
- Students at high-cost private universities are not eligible, unless covered under a special PRF partnership
4. Other Conditions
- Must not receive funding from another scholarship or sponsorship program at the same time
- Must demonstrate good moral character and have no disciplinary record
- Must be a Pakistani national
5. Admissible Fields & Programs
Admission preference: students who have secured, or are seeking, admission to public universities for medical, allied health, and diploma programs.
6. Required Documents
Applicants must submit attested photocopies of the following:
- Student identification
- CNIC or B-Form
- Parent / guardian identification and income proof
- CNIC of father, mother, or guardian
- Income proof: salary slip or affidavit
- Academic certificates & mark sheets
- SSC (Matriculation) certificate / mark sheet
- FSc / FA / ICS / I.Com (Intermediate) certificate / mark sheet, if applicable
- BSc / BS / BA / B.Com or other undergraduate degree certificate / transcript, if applicable
- Other relevant degree certificates (diploma, professional, etc.), if applicable
- Admission letter or proof of enrollment from the current institution
- Proof of residence
- Recent utility bills (electricity or gas)
- Photographs
- Two passport-sized photographs
Application Timeline: Deadlines are announced each year, typically in June or July for the upcoming academic session.
Renewal: Continuing scholars may be required to re-apply annually, subject to satisfactory academic performance.
Questions? contact@theprf.net · +051 6107427
Selection Process
Application
Complete the C2C form with academic and financial details and required documents.
Initial Screening
Document verification by the PRF team.
Shortlisting
Short list developed for interview (~2× available scholarships).
Review & Interview
3-member committee reviews and interviews shortlisted candidates.
Final Selection & Award
Recipients determined by committee; funds via bank or institution.
Program Commitment
Selected students sign a formal agreement with PRF and maintain a minimum 65% marks or 3.25 CGPA with quarterly/semester progress reports. Withdrawal requires reimbursement of funds received. Graduates stay connected with PRF and support the next sponsored student.
Funding Disbursement
Major expenses (tuition, books) are paid to institutions or the student’s bank account with receipts. Pocket money and minor expenses may not require receipts.
Paying It Forward
Graduates support future students at the same level they once received, continuing the cycle of assistance.
Contribution details are set mutually between PRF and each graduate, including amount, start date, and completion date. This commitment ensures the lasting impact of the Candle to Candle Program.