Today is the last day to submit Hajj applications under the government scheme to the branches of designated banks.
Balloting of successful applicants will be held on Friday as per the schedule announced by the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony.
Successful applicants will be informed through letters and text messages. Results of the balloting for successful candidates will also be available at the official sites.
One hundred, seven thousand five hundred and twenty-six pilgrims will perform Hajj under the government scheme this year, while seventy-one thousand under through private tour operators.
The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony started receiving Hajj applications under the government scheme through designated branches of select banks from April 17.
