It is given in honor of an actress who has delivered an outstanding performance in a supporting role while working within the television industry.
The 1st Hum Awards (for 2012) was held in 2013, occurring a tie Shagufta Ejaz and Samina Peerzada were awarded for their roles in Mere Qatil Mere Dildar and Roshan Sitara respectively.
As of 2016 ceremony, Sarah Khan is the most recent winner in this category for her role in Mohabbat Aag Si.
For the first ceremony, the eligibility period spanned full calendar years.
For example, the 1st Hum Awards presented on 28 April 2013, to recognized supporting actresses of dramas that were released between January, 2012, and December, 2012, the period of eligibility is the full previous calendar year from 1 January to 31 December.