The Ramzan Nigehban Card 2026 is a targeted relief initiative by the Punjab government designed to provide Rs. 10,000 cash assistance and essential ration to approximately 6.5 million deserving families in the province.
Eligibility is determined automatically through integrated government databases, including the Punjab Socio-Economic Registry (PSER) and BISP.
Who is Eligible for the Nigehban Card?
To qualify for the 2026 package, households generally must meet the following criteria:
- Income Limit: Monthly household income must be below Rs. 60,000 (though priority is often given to those earning less than Rs. 32,000).
- Poverty Score (PMT): Your poverty score in the government database should be 32 or below.
- Residency: You must be a permanent resident of Punjab with a valid 13-digit CNIC.
- Database Registration: Priority is given to families already registered in BISP, Ehsaas, or the PSER database.
- Vulnerable Groups: The program specifically targets widows, persons with disabilities, daily wage earners, and the unemployed.
Who is NOT Eligible?
You will likely be excluded from the program if:
- You or a family member is a government employee (Grade 17 or above).
- You own a registered car or more than 2 acres of agricultural land.
- A family member has a history of frequent international travel.
- Your household is already receiving multiple overlapping high-value federal benefits.
How to Check Your Eligibility Instantly
If you are unsure of your status, you can check it using your CNIC through these official channels:
| Method | Instructions |
| SMS Check | Send your CNIC number (no spaces/dashes) to 8070. |
| Web Portal | Visit pser.punjab.gov.pk or the 8171 Portal. |
| Helpline | Dial 1000 (Maryam Ko Batain) to register a complaint or verify your status. |
Important for 2026
The registration deadline for the 2026 cycle was February 23, 2026, to ensure timely distribution before Ramadan. However, if you are eligible but did not receive your card or ration, you can still call the 1000 helpline to file a grievance and have a team verify your household manually.